PRANAYAMA PANORAMA

The workshop explores:

• the psycho-physical and psycho-spiritual benefits of the science of life control (pranayama), and its ability to induce sensory withdrawal (pratyahara); the necessary stage of awareness, that makes higher spiritual practices, such as meditation (dhyanam), possible.

• introductory-level anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system, and how pranayama is made possible through the correct practice of asana, internal locks (bandhas), and psycho-energetic seals/gestures (mudras).

• right adjustments for safe pranayama practices,

• basic Ayurveda herbology for the remedy of common respiratory-related ailments, and how these can be used to benefit both the respiratory and nervous systems, respectively.

• guided conscious sleep (yoga nidra) for the integration of body, mind and soul; through conscious relaxation, and to soothe the nervous system.

Healthy refreshments will be served.