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Less is More
Submitted by Danny on Thu, 11/27/2008 - 02:32.

Nov
27

Early November 2008, I have attended an Intensive Yin/Yang Taoist Yoga Training with the Founder of Yin Yoga Paulie Zink (www.pauliezink.com). In order to earn a 12-hr Teacher Training Certification, everyone has to complete a written assignment self-reflecting on Tao Te Ching. Here is what I wrote:

Stop and Smell the roses
Submitted by Danny on Sat, 08/23/2008 - 23:59.

Aug
23

It has been a few times now. When I take my dog out for a walk, he would always make numerous stops and sniff around. Often I go ahead of him and I would say "Gio, come on!

How are you feeling today?
Submitted by Danny on Mon, 07/14/2008 - 21:07.

Jul
14

As well, how is your body feeling today? Even during the day, our feelings change periodically. These feelings range from negative to low to neutral to postive to high. Feelings can also be considered physically and emotionally. Are we aware of our feelings? Are we also aware of how our bodies are feeling?
You wake up in the morning, you feel groggy because your body didnt have a restful night. Your BODY feels tired. You go to work happy but sitting in front of the computer for too long makes your shoulder feel sore. YOU feel tired.

Mindfulness
Submitted by Danny on Sun, 05/11/2008 - 01:28.

May
11

At a recent workshop with Yin Yoga Master Sarah Power, she has been emphasizing the importance of being mindful in yoga practice. I agree totally with that approach.

Yoga Is...
Submitted by Danny on Mon, 02/25/2008 - 06:27.

Feb
25

Yoga is... Yoga is awareness. From practicing yoga, one becomes more aware of one’s body, one’s being, and one’s presence. The person would also become more aware of the physical surroundings, the air, the senses, and the presence of others. Yoga is the union of achieving mind-body-soul connections. These 3 aspects are focused and being present when practicing yoga. The emphasis on these 3 aspects brings out the awareness of the practitioner. Yoga is a non-judgmental practice. Every individual incorporates his/her own physical limits, own values and own personal experiences.

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