Looking for a still mind?

Try brahmari, an advanced pranayama that simulates the drone of a bumblebee.

According to the yoga tradition, if one concentrates on the drone produced in his/her nasal cavity during brahmari, random thoughts fade away, the nervous system gets soothed and the mind becomes calm.

Everyone knows that the most profound experience in life cause us to be lost for words.

The deepest experiences are always accompanied by silence. Thus, when we choose to observe silence as a practice, the result is that we become more observant and consciously aware. We are able to experience the world in a more direct way – the simplest things begin to yield a taste of the sacred – whether bathing, eating, going for a walk, doing yoga or meditating.

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Yoga is good for athletes. It helps them to relax and achieve a peaceful state of mind.

How yoga helps

• Correction of muscle imbalances: Stretching muscles prevents injuries
• Better postural alignment and biomechanics: Joints are aligned to prevent muscle strain
• Improved strength and flexibility: Yoga challenges the upper body
• Improved stamina: Yoga conditions the body, tones the muscles and helps improve cardiovascular functions
• Better balance, faster recovery: Yoga relaxes muscle tension and improves circulation in connective tissues
• Improved breathing and concentration: Breath work and concentration exercises improve focus and confidence in sport
• Increased body awareness: Yoga teaches you how to stretch the muscles, thereby improving your intuition on pain and potential injuries

Naukasana (Supine boat pose)

Vertigo is a specific type of dizziness, a major symptom of a balance disorder. It gives a spinning sensation – a feeling that you may have if you sit on a rollercoaster.

Body balance is achieved with proper functioning of the nervous system. Any harm to the brain or the spinal cord may cause dizziness or vertigo and the patient may become inactive.

The best time to practise yoga is before breakfast in the morning. Upon waking, empty your bowels, shower if you wish, then commence the day with yoga.

The second most conducive time is early evening, around sunset. It is of course far better to do it at that time of the day which suits one, rather than being too rigid or idealistic. As such, the asanas – yoga postures – can be practised at any time of day, except within two-three hours after meals.

One can do postures when the body feels stiff, tense or tired. Do not do too many over-stimulating postures before bedtime. Asanas are best practised in the proper yoga routine, followed by breathing (pranayama) and then meditation.