October 31, 2009
Going UNDERGROUND - In this Issue
-- Moon Days for November
-- Reminders, News & Events
-- Updates from the Living Breathing Yoga Blog
-- Health & Nutrition Tips
-- Inspiration from the Masters
Moon Days: (6:30am to 7:30am Sangha)
Monday November 2
Monday November 16
Classes will include: Introduction to the practice of Pranayama and Yoga Philosophy: A look at the First Limb of Ashtanga Yoga.
On Monday November 16 class: Learning Neti Learn to practice Neti with water & with the sutra (rubber string).
Reminders & News:
1. Remember to TURN BACK TIME on November 1st.
Clocks go back 1 hour very early Sunday morning.
2. Special Kriya Class:
November 16th (Moon Day): 6:30 am - 7:30 am
We will teach Sutra Neti and Jala Neti. Cleansing the nostrils with water and the rubber sting.
A short pranayama practice will follow.
We have Neti pots and Sutra Neti Strings available for those who do not already have their own.
Neti Pots: $15
Sutra Neti Strings: $5
3. Keep up with Ashtanga Yoga Victoria on
Facebook
&
Twitter.
Updates from the Living Breathing Yoga Blog:
Last month's articles: The Beauty We Love
If you missed reading Harmony's latest thoughts posted on the Living Breathing Yoga Blog, you can get caught up by following the link below:
Let the Beauty that we love, be what we do...
Health Tip for the Month:
One of the best ways to fend off the flu is frequent and thorough hand washing.
Another Yogic method for sustaining and creating health is to regularly clean and wash your nasal passages to clear out excess mucus.
Neti is one of the Shat Kriyas (six cleansing practices). It is used for cleaning the nasal passages, and can be done with both water and a 'string'.
Regular use of the Neti Pot as well as salt water gargling will help you reduce the risk of coming down with some winter cold or flu.
We have Neti Pots & Neti Sutras for sale - $20 for a package of both.
Did you know that sugar depresses the immune system?
(Something to keep in mind as we move past Halloween and towards all those yummy Christmas cookies!)
Sugar raises insulin levels and upsets the body's blood-sugar balance, which inhibits the release of growth hormones, promotes the storage of fat, and ultimately depresses the immune system. This is not something you want to happen if you are trying to avoid coming down with a nasty little bug!
Sugar contains no protein, no vitamins, no minerals, no fat or fiber. It is a "stripped" carbohydrate and consists essentially of "empty" calories. When we eat sugar, we cause a "nutritional debt" in ourselves.
The majority of sugar we consume is hidden in our food - so be wise - read those labels, and try to eat as much fresh and natural food as possible.
Let's all stay healthy and strong this season!
Inspiration from the Masters:
The Prayer of St. Theresa:
“May today there be peace within.
May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be.
May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others.
May you use the gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you.
May you be content with yourself just the way you are.
Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul
the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love.
It is there for each and every one of us.”
Have a great month & we'll see you in class!