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N E W S L E T T E R.. A R C H I V E
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O G A L I C I O U S #5
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October
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Namaste
Yogis and Yoginis, Welcome to the 5th issue of YOGALICIOUS, a newsletter
inspired by your questions and comments regarding deepening your
yoga experience. Don’t miss the bonus at the bottom of this
newsletter; a coupon for a FREE class with Yogi Lois Nesbitt at
Power Pilates. Shanti! Jillian
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| “When we are swimming in a river and cannot see the bank, it is difficult to notice the current. We are moving so much with the river that we may scarcely see its flow. But if we go to the bank where we have firm ground it is much easier to see how the river is flowing. The practice of yoga encourages this unhampered seeing to simply happen.” — T.K.V. Desikachar |
| CHANGE |
| While I personally ALWAYS wish summer lasted year round, this fall has been quite beautiful so far! As the seasons change and grow colder, your practice may start to feel different. You may start to feel different. You may find you are not as light or open as you were with the warmer weather of summer. Pay attention to the way you feel, instead of ‘expecting’ your practice to be any particular way. Allow your practice, on and off the mat, to change and explore where you are now. (PS. Try taking a whole day - or better yet, a whole weekend - and curl up on the couch and watch movies! I did this past weekend and it was great.) back to top |
| THE HEART OF YOGA |
| I just returned from a spectacular 5-day workshop with T.K.V Desikachar. He is the son of Krishnamacharya, one of the greatest yogis of the century, and teacher of B.K.S Iyengar and Pattabhi Jois (Ashtanga Yoga). Being with Mr. Desikachar was not only an honor but also very uplifting. Even with 180 yogis in the room, he was able to make the experience feel intimate and powerful. He is gentle and very effective in communicating his teachings. Desikachar teaches a method called Viniyoga, based on the fundamental principle that yoga must be continually adapted to the individuals changing needs; respecting each individual’s physical, emotional and mental conditions. In addition, each stage of life requires a different approach. As children our yoga practice should support balanced growth and development of body and mind. As adults it should enhance health and promote the ability to be productive in the world. As seniors, our practice should help us maintain health and inspire the deeper quest for self-realization. His Book, THE HEART OF YOGA: Developing A Personal Practice (Inner Traditions International) discusses all the elements of yoga and is helpful for exploring your own home practice. back to top |
| HOME PRACTICE HELP ON THE WEB |
| Check out: http://www2.gdi.net/~mjm/practice.html back to top |
| YOGA IN PARADISE WITH JILLIAN |
| Imagine a tropical vacation with 7 days of Yoga, twice a day, in an open-air studio, with the ocean breeze caressing your skin as you flow through your practice to the sound of the surf. Join us, March 17 - 24, 2001 in Isla Mujeres, Mexico. An email is coming this week with more DELICIOUS DETAILS. Come alone or bring a friend. Friends not practicing yoga are invited and yoga fee will be waved. back to top |
| INSIGHT TO RELAXATION |
| Many eye problems in later life are due to a loss of tone in the eye muscles. As muscles become rigid and less supple, the ability of the lens of the eye to focus at different distances is reduced. In addition, due to the eye’s connection to the brain via the optic nerve, any eye tension present tends to create tension in the mind (which creates tension in the body). Performing yoga eye exercises helps reduce tension in the eye muscles and mind, and may improve your eyesight. For detailed yoga eye exercises visit: http://www.holistic-online.com/yoga/hol_yoga_pos_eyeex.htm back to top |
| E-SUTRA NEWSGROUP |
| E-sutra is an e-mail newsgroup dedicated to discussing various Yoga Topics in depth such as yoga therapy, vegetarianism, the sutras, etc. To sign up send an e-mail to /ym/Compose?To=ESutra@aol.com&YY=14827&order=down&sort=date&pos=0ESutra@aol.com with the word SUBSCRIBE in the subject field. back to top |
| MINDFULNESS PROGRAM IN NYC |
| Starting in November, The Insight Meditation Center and The New York Open Center are running a 9- month program: Mindfulness, The key to Insight and Compassion. Nov - May, teachers include Sharon Salzberg and Christopher Titmus. For more information and registration, call 212-219-2527. back to top |
| BONES OF THE EARTH: YOGA INSPIRED DANCE |
| A group of dancing yoginis (and notable choreographers) have created an evening of Yoga Inspired Dances along with performances of original music and poetry. This should be a wonderful show. November 17 and 18th. 8pm. At Om Yoga, 135 West 14th Street. 212 229 0267 ext. 14. Fee: $12. back to top |
| YOGA AND PREGNANCY YES! |
| YOGA will bring endless benefits throughout the childbearing year. Prenatal Yoga will help to open and restore the pelvic floor, relieve back and neck strain, maintain strength and flexibility, improve postural alignment, develop mental clarity and stability. For the greatest benefit, it is best to begin your yoga program early in your pregnancy, or before you conceive. Always let your teacher know you are pregnant and ensure that they are skilled in prenatal yoga. If you are relatively new to yoga, it is best to work with a teacher in private sessions to learn how to modify poses throughout your pregnancy. GOOD BOOKS: 1. Preparing for Birth with YOGA. By Janet Balaskas. 2. Yoga for Pregnancy: Safe and Gentle Stretches by Sandra Jordan (breaks down poses by trimester.) (Both available through Amazon.com. Amazon also has prenatal videos - but I have not found one I love yet. If you know of one, email me!) back to top |
| RESTORATIVE YOGA WORKSHOP |
| HOBOKEN, YMCA Monday October 16. 8:30 - 9:45 pm. Bring a towel or yoga blanket, A firm pillow and an eye cover. Register at the YMCA or call 201-963-4100 or E-mail me for more info. $10 for members, $20 for non-members. back to top |
| MY CURRENT GROUP CLASS TEACHING SCHEDULE |
| HOBOKEN YMCA 13th Street: M 7:15 pm; T & Th 9:00 am; Sat 9:00 am and 10:15 am NYC POWER PILATES 49 23rd Street. 10th Floor: M & F 12:30 pm; T & Th 7:15 pm NOTE: I will be away October 27 - November 5 for Thai Yoga Healing training. This healing art combines traditional techniques of thai massage and therapeutic yoga. Be sure to come to class when I get home for some good hands on! back to top |
| SOOTHING RECOMMENDATIONS FROM YOUR FELLOW YOGIS |
| (To share your recommendations, e-mail me therapist’s name, number, and any comments) 1. Lin Sister Herb Shop, Herbalist Specialist. Contact: 212-962-5417. 4 Bowery. NYC 2. Joy Carter. Body Worker. Swedish, Shiatsu and Thai Contact: 212-713-5330. NY & Brooklyn 3. Susanne Zeigler. Body Worker. Medical, Neuromuscular, Craniosacral, Reflexology. Contact: 201-795-3310. Hoboken, NJ 4. Dr. Christine Benner. Chiropractor. Advanced SOT chiropractic, Certified Craniopathy. Contaact: 212-929-2424. Oasis Healing Arts 34 W 17th St. back to top |
| Thanks for reading everyone! Please e-mail me your comments and submissions, I love to hear from you. To add a friend to this mailing, simply have them send in their e-mail address. If you no longer want to receive this or have an e-mail address change please let me know. Lastly, I had trouble sending out emails last month, if you didn’t receive YOGALICIOUS 4, and want it, let me know. Much Joy, Jillian |