Asanas

Demonstrated by
David Life and Sharon Gannon

Photographs by Martin Brading

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Yoga Facts
Guide to Postures
Mudras
cowboy and cowgirl

Dvandva Gorakasana
(cowboy and cowgirl)
The Sanskrit word, asana means "seat". A seat is a connection to the earth. Earth means all beings and things. The perfection of asana means the perfection of our relationship to all beings and things.

crow

Bakasana
(crow)
Balance is never achieved by holding it. If you try to hold your balance you will lose it. Instead reach out for it and receive it. Allow your body to become an open conduit for energy to pass through.

dancing Siva
Natarajasana
(dancing Siva)
Lord Siva is the cosmic dancer dancing time into space. The immortal Self taps out the vibration that is continuously becoming and being.

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Sharon Talks About Prana: http://www.onlyreal.com/health_breathingroom.asp

 


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