001. Yoga of the Way of Life. Yoga in the modern era. Yoga lifestyle.

YOGA-ARTICLE: JEALOUSY MANAGEMENT

For many centuries relationships between a man and a woman have been a topic of great concern. There are always a lot of disputes, discussions and theories around it. Various teachings try to explain the “sacred conflict” of a man and a woman from their side. Today we’ll talk about jealousy. This is the side …

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How to find our destiny in life

Each of us is wondering what is our destiny. Some find the answer to this question in early childhood, while for others the decision comes not at once, but after years and years of searching. What does yoga say about the choices of life journey? In Indian philosophy there is a term “dharma”. The direct …

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Yoga. Myths and Reality

Yoga has always been surrounded by a lot of mysteries. Nowadays there are not so many people who have a holistic view of this ancient teaching. In this article we tried to highlight the most common myths about yoga and people practicing it. Myth 1. Yoga is an Indian gymnastics First, a lot of scientists …

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Caste system in modern life

All of us have certain qualities that correspond with our perception of the world. Some like to work with their hands and make some useful things for other people. Others are capable of bringing a group of people together to achieve a common goal. They make excellent managers. Some of us are very good at …

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Who to blame for our failures?

At least once in our life each one of us has been in a situation, which was dissatisfying or unpleasant for us, and caused suffering and pain. Someone did not get the desired job or did not achieve the goal. Someone had a serious illness or could not build a relationship. When something negative happens …

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The secret to fullness of life

Most of us, tired of a drab existence, strive to change our place and surroundings to experience novelty and diversity. But at some point, we realize that we have already explored a lot of things in the outside world and we surrender to a feeling of monotony. Wherever we go, sameness follows us everywhere. Even …

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Effective time management

Where does our time fly? What do we spend time on? Why do we have only 24 hours in a day? Why do some events last forever and others rush by us in a blink? We ask these questions from time to time, but it does not seem easy to get the answers.    Time is …

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Live and let live

The reference to the above principle can be found in Vedas and in the Fundamentals of Hinduism Philosophy. It means non-aggressive, nonviolent interaction with the world around. It seems that nothing could be easier than living and letting live. Although, whether we realize it or not, very often we fail to follow this principle. Sometimes, …

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A good habit of practicing yoga

Ancient treatise “The Narrative of Hatha yoga” states that the habit to practice yoga every day is the main criteria of success on the way to understanding yoga. But what do they mean by the word “habit”? “A habit is a set of behaviour patterns that are repeated regularly and in certain circumstances become the …

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The paths of yoga lead to the heights of self-knowledge

“The Veda of hymns” Hymn of Munificence (book 10) People have always been attracted by road and journey. Going on a road opens so many things up. “Following the paths” – is the ancient practice of self-exploration, which was a part of tradition all over the world over many generations. Travelling pilgrims, wanderers, wayfarers, travellers …

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A good habit of practicing yoga

Ancient treatise “The Narrative of Hatha yoga” states that the habit to practice yoga every day is the main criteria of success on the way to understanding yoga. But what do they mean by the word “habit”? “A habit is a set of behaviour patterns that are repeated regularly and in certain circumstances become the …

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A sound mind in a sound body!

Using physical exercises yoga helps to keep the body in harmony and to reach the next level in self-knowledge. Yoga teachers passed the tradition of leading a healthy lifestyle through the ages. Men and women trained hard their bodies to feel their physical and inner strength and to bear and bring up healthy posterity. The …

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Working with a voice is a way to self-transformation

People who are proficient in their language have a very strong power of thought. They can influence other people and generally succeed in life. Beautiful, clear and harmonious mellow voice, literate and competent speech  is fascinating  by its expression. However, regretfully, not every person can speak perfectly. Is it possible to improve the world and …

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Vitamins from Yoga

Sometimes people think of yoga-supporters as wanderers, beggars, or people who have mastered the ability to sleep on nails. But what does yoga really give us? How can it be useful? Let’s look at some of its aspects that have a positive effect on our daily lives. Yoga as an opportunity to relax The modern …

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The tale of the Higher Self

Once upon a time there was a Higher Self. It was good, bright, and kind. It didn’t need anyone else. Once, unexpectedly, Egoism came to the Higher Self with a thick blanket of Maya and whispered in its ear: “My dear, my beloved, get under the blanket, I will protect you and warm you up!” …

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Modern technology at the service of ancient knowledge

Studying at International Open Yoga University (IOYU) gives us the opportunity to receive an additional profession as a teacher of yoga in English and Russian, as well as to acquire additional competencies. This opens broad prospects and significantly expands the degree of our freedom. Let’s see what innovations are being introduced at IOYU and what …

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Yoga And the Force of Habit

Watch the video Success in yoga is defined by the habit to practice regularly. Let’s see why a habit to practice is of key importance. “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” Aristotle Forming the associative links The theory of yoga includes the concept of associative links. …

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Get to grips with yoga

Watch the video Regular practice is an indicator of success in yoga. But practicing yoga everyday can be difficult. At the beginning the practitioner enthusiastically practices yoga in a group or alone at home. After a few months most practitioners stop practicing regularly. Changing your lifestyle is rather difficult. The new lifestyle seems unusual and …

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Phobias – Memories From the Past

We all face manifestations of certain fears, apprehensions, anxieties in life. A part of them lends itself to a logical explanation — we ourselves can find their cause and, therefore, overcome them; some fears are justified and appropriate because they warn against dangers. Others, on the contrary, have long lost their relevance, but continue to …

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Pay your debts and expand your freedom

Each of us strives for freedom, but not everyone succeeds in achieving this state. The concept of freedom cannot be explained logically. Everyone understands it in their own way. Let’s think about freedom from the yoga perspective. Is there Freedom in this Universe? There are two opposite opinions on this subject. According to one opinion …

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Dancing Through Life

“What brings  happiness to our  lives that makes the soul sing so that any deed turns into a bright moment and takes us straight to freedom?  Or what is that sometimes oppresses us and we can’t take a step forward, when every new day is a disaster and makes us believe that the world is …

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The Paradox of Yoga in the West

What are the peculiarities of the way yoga spread in the cultural environment of the West? Why is it often impossible in the Western culture  to reproduce the spirit of yoga by blindly copying techniques and practices? Why  some followers give up yoga so quickly? What is the paradox of yoga in the West? What …

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