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...It was master Lahiri Mahasaya who introduced Kriya yoga to the modern world during his lifetime in the nineteenth century, yet Kriya yoga is, according to some scriptures, much older than that. It would appear that the Bhagavad-Gita mentions a Kriya Yogi technique in a stanza that states:

"That meditation expert becomes eternally free who, seeking the Supreme Goal (Samahdi), is able to withdraw from external phenomena by fixing his gaze within the mid-spot of the eyebrows and by neutralizing the event currents of prana and apana within the nostrils and lungs; and to control his sensory mind and intellect; and to banish desire, fear and anger."

The Bhagaved-Gita is rumored to have been written more than 3...more

Five Relaxation Techniques for Fibromyalgia

...ation. This meditation involves the repetition of a sound or word, or focusing on breathing to clear the mind.

To begin, sit on the floor or chair and close your eyes. Focus on repeating a positive word you like, or breathing (inhaling/exhaling). Do your best to remain as still as possible as you concentrate, and remain in the meditative state for 20 minutes.

3.Progressive Muscle Relaxation Progressive muscle relaxation is an easy technique that works on every major muscle group in the body. It aids in decreasing tension in your muscles while it strengthens them. It can be done while sitting down or lying in bed.

Begin by tensing the muscles in your feet and hold it for a count of 8. Release the contraction and relax your muscles. Continue this same contraction method for all your major muscle groups in your body all the way to your head. When you have finished, your entire body with be totally relaxed.

4.Yoga Yoga is a popula...more

four Easy Ways To Learn Yoga

...o go. You have the advantage of verbal and visual instruction. You can move at your own pace, schedule your exercise at your convenience and it can be a relaxing way to perfect your yoga practice.

TV: This will work like a video except these lessons are usually free. You can usually find a yoga program on specialty ethnic channels, cable and public TV. Check your local listings for times and program.

Books: It is always advisable to get a few good books about anything you are involved with. The more knowledge you have abou...more

Insights into the Benefits of yoga

...actitioners. It facilitates flexibility, and assists in the lubrication of joints, tendons, and ligaments. Many of the poses and positions work to massage the organs, thus stimulating the body's detoxification process. The physical benefits of Yoga are often considered secondary to the spiritual development. Yoga has the incredible ability to bring into harmony the physical and the spiritual elements of the individual experience.

Meditation also plays a significant role in yoga. By combining intense meditation with specialized physical exercise, practitioners are able to achieve a unity of body, min...more