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O G A L I C I O U S #20
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Namaste Yogis and Yoginis, Welcome to Yogalicious #20. Last month I spent two weeks in Paradise teaching and vacationing with 50 beach-loving yogis. As you will read below, it was an incredible and enriching experience! Now, with only a trace of the Mexican Sun left on my skin, I am back in the swing of things and transitioning into Spring. However, with all of this year's challenges and funky seasonal changes our bodies, mind, and environment may need some extra help adjusting; some deep cleaning is in order to make room for renewal and rebirth. Therefore, this issue focuses on detoxification and rejuvenating ideas for our bodies, spirit, and environment. In addition, to get you even more in the mood, I've attached a coupon for FREE class at the NEW Upper East Side Yoga Zone/Be Yoga Studio. Enjoy, Jillian |
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| LINKS TO HOME PRACTICE RESOURCES |
| YOGA FOR DUMMIES |
| ACTIVELY CREATING PEACE |
| BLUE VINYL |
| DATES AWAY TEACHING AND TRAINING |
| SPECIAL EVENTS |
| FREE YOGA CLASS |
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| WORDS OF WISDOM |
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“We people of the world need to find ways to get to know one another -- for then we will recognize that our likenesses are so much greater than our differences, however great our differences may seem. Every cell, every human being, is of equal importance and has work to do in the world.” — Peace Pilgrim |
| YOGALICIOUS UPDATE |
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Since the last newsletter sent early March, I have had to find a new Internet Provider for Yogalicious. This will be the last issue of Yogalicious coming to you from jillian_love@yahoo.com. The next issue will be mailed from Topica.com with the return address from yogajillian. If you don't receive another newsletter from me in late May, please email me to make sure your name wasn't lost in the transition to the new provider. In addition, you may want to check that YOGALICIOUS is not sent to your bulk mailbox. back to top |
| SPRING CLEANING - DETOX |
| Suggestions for revving-up the detox systems of the body. http://altmedicine.about.com/library/weekly/aa061001a.htm back to top |
| RITUALS FOR CHANGING SEASONS |
| Our bodies are far more sensitive to changes of season than we think. Check out wellspring media's site for was to put more spring in your step and welcome warmer weather. http://www.wellmedia.com/news/week40/spring.html back to top |
| YOGA IN PARADISE 2002 |
| March 9-16 and 16-23 I took two consecutive groups of yogis to the Caribbean Paradise of Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Leading weeklong retreats is one of my most gratifying teaching experiences. I love to work with the same people, twice a day for a week, and witness the changes that can occur in such a short time. In only a few days, the busy city melts off to unmask more relaxed bodies and minds. In a retreat environment, your body has more time to open, change, purify, and cleanse because you don't have to run back out from your practice into your busy daily life. Next year's retreat is March 15-22. You can reserve a spot by sending me an e-mail with your name and telephone number and can confirm your spot with a deposit in Oct 2003. (Keep your eyes open for photos from the trip that will be up on my web site next month.) back to top |
| IN THE NEWS |
| Journalist and Yogini Sherry Roberts, came to Mexico to do an article on Yoga In Paradise for Yoga Movement and US Airways In-Flight Magazine. Read what she and other yogis had to say about the trip http://www.yogamovement.com/resources/yoga_retreat.html back to top |
| TALK ABOUT THE WEATHER |
| "Everybody talks about the weather, but nobody ever does anything about it." -- Mark Twain. For years, we have been hearing so much about the causes of climate change. These excellent sites are dedicated to the simple facts, practical EASY solutions that can slow this growing problem. http://www.ucsusa.org/index.html http://www.environmentaldefense.org/ANenergy.cfm?theme=ANWR back to top |
| YES! WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE |
| I often feel overwhelmed; as if it won't matter what I do because I cannot really make a difference in the health of environment. Until I read these 20 Simple Steps. It is really EASY to truly make a difference. Send this one to ALL your friends! Hang it in your office. http://www.environmentaldefense.org/documents/392_20%20Simple%20Steps.htm back to top |
| HOME PRACTICE |
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get to class to do your Yoga Practice. Moreover, you may find that
a home practice will meet your daily renewal needs in profound ways.
Nevertheless, everyone asks, "How do I develop a home practice?
Here are some guidelines: 1. WHY? First, begin by establishing your goals and intentions. Ask yourself, "What is my intention?" "What do I hope to cultivate through a yoga practice?" 2. WHEN? Establish how many days and how long you can practice. Be realistic. (Its better to practice 15 minutes each day than once a week for two hours.) 3. WHERE? Create a sacred space for your self. Choose a quiet, clean, warm place that is free of distractions. 4. WHAT? Assess your needs and the current state your body and mind. Ask yourself What are my strengths, weaknesses, limitations? What do I need to focus on? 5. RESEARCH. Find out what poses will be good for you based on your strengths, limitations, and overall needs. Remember a routine should strive for balance; eventually you should include asana, breathing, meditation and relaxation. (Note resources listed below). 6. PRACTICE. In the beginning, it‚s helpful to develop an exact routine. Over time, try just an outline with ideas of what direction you want to go in. If you find it too hard to start-up. I vote for using a video or audiotape - then simply start to wean yourself off the tape a little at a time. (I.e.: do 3/4's of your practice with the tape, and 1/4 of your own practice. Eventually, drop the tape all together.) 7. ALLOW FOR CHANGE. The purpose of your practice will change as your life changes. Practice should never be habitual. Constantly adapt your routine to meet your changing needs. back to top |
| LINKS TO HOME PRACTICE RESOURCES |
| • Asana
descriptions and moving illustrations: http://www.hathayogalesson.com/ • Instructions for asanas: http://www.santosha.com/asanas/asana.html • Resource for sequencing: http://www2.gdi.net/~mjm/sequence.html • Resource for balancing your practice with meditation, breathing, and relaxation. http://www.sivananda.org/teachings/index.html • Basic sequencing for BRAND NEW beginners (and the very stiff) http://www.holisticonline.com/yoga/hol_yoga_pos_step.htm back to top |
| YOGA FOR DUMMIES |
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This fun book by Georg Feurerstein is filled with lots of interesting and useful information - especially on developing a home program. back to top |
| ACTIVELY CREATING PEACE |
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"When we are training in the art of peace, we are not given any promises that, because of our noble intentions, everything will be okay. In fact, there are no promises of fruition at all. Instead, we are encouraged to simply look deeply at joy and sorrow, at laughing and crying, at hoping and fearing, at all that lives and dies. We learn that what truly heals is gratitude and tenderness. .." Read more of this article by Pema Chodron: http://www.innerself.com/Meditation/Actively_Creating_Peace.htm back to top |
| BLUE VINYAL |
| Don't miss the premier of Blue Vinyal on HBO - Sunday May 5, at 10pm. My friend and Yogi Dan Gold won at Sundance with this facinating (and dare I say entertaining?) documentary filled with humor and hope. http://www.hbo.com/americaundercover/bluevinyl/synopsis.html |
| DATES AWAY TEACHING AND TRAINING |
| May 6-8 and
June 29-July 7 I'll be away training with John Friend May 9-11 and August 17-19 I'll be teaching at the Omega Campus in Rhinebeck, NY |
| SPECIAL EVENTS |
| This is a Great
one! SARAH POWERS is back in NYC. Don't miss her Yoga & Meditation
Workshop. Sunday, May 5 (1:00 - 5:00 PM)at Yoga Zone, 138 W. 5th Ave
Call:212-647-9642 COST: $75 Pre-registration required. Moving Into
Meditation. Yin & Yang Yoga and Mindfulness Meditation.This workshop
is suitable for anyone interested in taking their practice to an increased
level of awareness and stillness, both inside and out. KRISHNA DAS A chant concert May 18, 8:00 PM at the Church of St. Paul and St. Andrew 263 West 86th Street (entrance on West End Avenue) NY NY. Tickets $15 in advance $20 day of show. Order tickets at (212) 929-0586 ext. 0 |
| Thanks for reading everyone! I‚d love to hear your comments. Please email me if you have friends whom would like to be added to this distribution, address changes, receive double mailings, or need to remove your address. And don't forget to take some time to enjoy the emergence of the flowers and trees in this burgeoning and fragrant time of year! (Don't forget to clip the coupon below and send it to friends!) |
| May all beings everywhere, and our earth, be at peace, Jillian |
| FREE YOGA
CLASS
At the NEW UPPER EAST SIDE YOGA ZONE Come take your first FREE class at the New Yoga Zone 1319 3rd Avenue, 2nd floor (76th st.) Help spread the healing and pass this coupon on to all your friends! Visit www.beyoga.com or call 212-650-9642 for the full schedule of new classes. |