Hatha Yoga.docx

2nd Jan 2019 Guru Aradhna

Hatha Yoga Synonym – Force Founder - Shri Matsyendranath Meaning – A system of physical exercises and breathing control used in yoga. OR A synergy of two opp energy.

Hatha Yoga Pradipika Written by – Rishi Swatmarama, he comes from the Nath tradition. In order to make our yoga practice stronger and become a successful sadhaka, one need to learn 6 facilitating and 6 obstructing factors in Hatha Yoga. 

BADHAKA TATTVA – FAIL – BAD habits that hurt your yoga. a) Atyahara : Overeating Overeating can lead to feeling sluggish mentally and physically. As yoga prepares the mind and body, overeating will literally weigh you down. b) Prayas / Pravas : Over Exertion / Over Travelling Exerting yourself can lead to physical injury and mental exhaustion. Focus on balance and give yourself rest, s you can really go for it when the time matters! c) Prajalpa : Overtalking Chatter gets out of control, you never have time for silence and reflection. Remember, balance is key. d) Niyam Agraha : Adhering to Rules- too much Rules exist to organize, protect and direct. Adhering to rules too much can lead to you not thinking with your own mind. Rules are there fore a reason, but should also be questioned. e) Jansangh : Excessive public contact It is great to be social, but like all tings, you need some balance. Spending time with others is great, but spend time with yourself, too! f) Laulyam : Fickle mind A mind that is always changing is distracting, and often doesn’t lead you very far. Help control the stream of thought and try to cultivate focus.

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SADHAKA TATTVA – SUCCESS - habits that promote success in yoga. a) Enthusiasm When is enthusiasm not good? Being passionate and excited about something is great. It makes a task fun, and gives you’re a positive, and often more grateful, perspective. b) Courage Starting anything new takes some guts. The ebb and flow of life can also challenge you- stay strong. c) Patience Results do not often happen quickly. It takes good old time and consistency. Stay patient and enjoy the process. d) Determination Life gets in the way sometimes, but you decide to stop or to keep going. Don’t be deterred- be determined! e) Faith Sometimes, you just need to have faith that it will work out. Believing in something you can’t see can be tough, but it can also give you hope. f) Avoid hanging out with jerks Sometimes, we hang with jerks because we think we have to. But here is the thingyou don’t. Investing time in people that don’t deserve your time, or that aren’t very good people, bring you down. Honor yourself and stay away from them