Seated Meditation Postures

April 2, 2008

How to Sit for Meditation Using the Best Seated Meditation Posture
A seated meditation posture is an essential foundation for a healthy meditation practice. Chances are, you’ve probably seen someone sitting cross-legged and looking peaceful in some magazine. But what’s the best way for you to sit for meditation?
There’s a short answer and a long answer…
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What is Yoga?

March 25, 2008

The word Yoga comes from a Sanskrit word Yuj, which means ‘to join.’ Thus, Yoga is often translated as ‘union.’ Union of what? Union of body, mind and spirit is one interpretation. Another interpretation is union of the individual self with the great Self.
Yoga is often thought of as the series of physical poses and [...]

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