Yoga and Ayurveda

Camden, Maine

Background of Yoga and Ayurveda

part 1 of Yoga and Ayurveda series

 "Yoga is one of the most extraordinary spiritual sciences that mankind has ever discovered.  Yoga covers physical, sensory, emotional, mental and spiritual to the highest self-realization. " (Farwley, David, Yoga&Ayurveda, 1999)

  "Ayurveda is one of the most remarkable holistic medical systems in the world.  It covers all aspects of health and well-being, physical, emotional, mental and spiritual.  It includes all methods of healing from diet, herbs, exercise and lifestyle." (Farwley, David, Yoga&Ayurveda, 1999)

Both yoga and ayurveda have a  long history with many layers to the science of each.  I believe that people will benefit from both.  As I look at both yoga and ayurveda, the two look at the person individually, bringing total awareness to the forefront.  Heal yourself through wholeness, sometimes this incudes therapists or doctors.  

The combination of studying yoga and ayurveda helps us understand our whole life.  Balancing our lives through the mind, body and spirit. 

If you are interested in learning more about ayurveda and your individual constitution take a simple test on line to find your dosha, (your unique mind-body type) and continue to follow this series on ayureda.  I hope to make it simple, fun and educational.  Journey with me and learn to balance your life.
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Janine is a Yoga Instructor and Life Coach practicing from her home studio. She invites students to her studio for personal sessions, as well as traveling to your home. She is teaching in a couple studios right now in the Wells/Ogunquit area.
If you are looking for gentle yoga to increase flexibility, strength, increase energy and decrease stress, this is the style of yoga that you want for your practice. As a life coach, she leads educational coaching series along with personal one on one life coaching using the Co-Active Coaching techniques and Ayurveda Science. You can reach her at 207-251-9577

Just for me...my yoga practice

Ogunquit footbridge

Yoga...Finding your way

A home yoga practice is as important as that first cup of coffee in the morning.  It starts your day off right.  Ahh, morning java. 

Q:  How long is a good morning yoga practice?
A:  How long do you have?  3 minutes, 30 minutes, 60?  your choice.  Isn't that fantastic.  You get to choose.  You set the timer.  Begin with your breath work, and move on from there.

Q:  Do I need a lot of space?
A:  No, If you can fit your mat on the floor you can fit in a practice.  Ideally, you want a little arm space, so stretch out your arms forward and back and you are golden. 

Q:  What are the benefits for starting a home practice?
A:  Time, location, and alignment.  You can begin a practice in minutes, the location can't be beat, and you can work on just one pose or several.  Work on your structure or just breath.  Another great reason to start a home practice is that you practice what is right for you on any given day.  You may try sun salutations on Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays, Tuesdays are all about restorative and Thursdays you work on a pose that you are finding difficult.  Again, You choose!!!

Q:  OK, I am ready.  How do I start?
A:  Find a quiet place in your home, shut off the phone, TV and computer.  Plan your practice (breath work only, some poses you want to try, sun salutations or work on one pose to make changes)....Put on some quiet music and sit quietly and breathe.  Concentrate on your breath.   From breath work move into a 10 minute sequence and always end in Savasana.  Find what works for you.  Ask for guidance from your yoga instructor. 

Relax, breathe and enjoy your practice
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Janine is a Yoga Instructor and Life Coach practicing from her home studio. She invites students to her studio for personal sessions, as well as traveling to the home for small groups. She is teaching in a couple studios right now as well in the Wells/Ogunquit area. 
 If you are looking for gentle yoga to increase flexibility, strength, increase energy and decrease stress, this is the style of yoga that you want for your practice.  As a life coach, she leads educational coaching series along with personal one on one life coaching using the Co-Active Coaching techniques. You can reach her at 207-251-9577

July's message

July sunrise in Ogunquit

Very exciting July numerology message

Don't be afraid to forge ahead this month.  Look at areas that you want to grow, change and transform and go for it.  The sky is the limit.  Dream, inspire and set goals high this month, it will be worth it. 

What are looking at, that is new and different? What new healthy habits, wellness, business adventures are you thinking of at this time?....

Pursue, charge, find those new adventures that you have on the back burner..

This month is a great month to connect with others.  July's number (7) and the year (2012) add up to 12.  Twelve is the number for community.  Use this month to connect with others, attend a yoga class (using others to move you toward balance), maybe join a support group (start a support group), a family gathering perhaps, or a retreat to meet others of similar interests. 

Remember there is strength in numbers.
Use the numerology for guidance and fun, never let it rule your life.

Enjoy the warm sun, cold water, and sunscreen
Janine
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Janine is a Yoga Instructor and Life Coach practicing from her home studio. She invites students to her studio for personal sessions, as well as traveling to the home for small groups. If you are looking for gentle yoga to increase flexibility, strength, increase energy and decrease stress, this is the style of yoga that you want for your practice. As a life coach, she leads educational coaching series along with personal one on one life coaching using the Co-Active Coaching techniques. You can reach her at 207-251-9577