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YOGA--------THE ART OF LIVING

2008.03.27
Shiva performing Yogic meditation





Yoga focuses on harmony between mind and body. Yoga derives its philosophy from Indian metaphysical beliefs. The word yoga comes from Sanskrit language and means union or merger. The ultimate aim of this philosophy is to strike a balance between mind and body and attain self-enlightenment. To achieve this, yoga uses movement, breath, posture, relaxation and meditation in order to establish a healthy, lively and balanced approach to life.

Though the exact origins of Yoga are unknown but Yoga is considered to be the oldest physical discipline in existence. Yoga, thus symbolizes balance in every area of life. In the earlier times, the rationale of the Yoga postures and breathing exercises was to bring stability and relaxation so practitioners could prepare for the rigors of meditation, sitting still and alert for long periods of time. In modern context also Yoga can play an important role in maintaining a fine balance between work and healthy mind.
35 Comments
oakley Very nice Meghna! I do Yoga sometimes. it is very relaxing.

Take care!

Mike:)
oakley · 2008-03-27: 00:15
Peche Lovely shots. I value yoga and it's healing and unifying strengths and it was great to read more about its origins. Thank you for sharing :)
Peche · 2008-03-27: 00:22
BlueLady Very interesting post and very nice shots!
BlueLady · 2008-03-27: 02:59
snappy I should practice Yoga more!
Nice set
snappy · 2008-03-27: 04:05
focussed another informative post..im learning so much by visiting you each night :)
focussed · 2008-03-27: 05:48
oldbabe I have some "yoga tapes". I have been meaning to get started on learning this. Your pictures make it look oh so easy, but for me to even get up and down off the ground is a chore.

Thanks for your informative post!
oldbabe · 2008-03-27: 05:57
peregol :-)) Beautiful set
peregol · 2008-03-27: 07:28
Cabecilha YES! I've been a yogi for a few years now and although lately I've been practicing less I cheerish every moment dedicated to it!

Namaste! :)
Cabecilha · 2008-03-27: 08:01
aimeric good postures !!
thanks for sharing
aimeric · 2008-03-27: 08:52
leocheung Nice series. Like the way the photos are processed, the color and tone fits in perfectly.
leocheung · 2008-03-27: 11:12
gotcha Very nice! I love yoga!
gotcha · 2008-03-27: 11:19
prasadnlv Nice set. You are right that in modern days Yoga has a role in everyone's life. It is important to understand and adopt. Is the Shiva statue from Kemp Fort, Bangalore? Are you a student/master of Art of Living?
prasadnlv · 2008-03-27: 12:08
flipado #2 we like alternate nostril breathing techniques! and pranayama in general! :)

Namaste!
flipado · 2008-03-27: 12:24
marikos Very interesting post.
marikos · 2008-03-27: 13:48
lorenzovie cool serie Zen attitude .. so good !
lorenzovie · 2008-03-27: 17:56
caroq Yoga, nice
caroq · 2008-03-27: 22:10
noptek Nice set.
noptek · 2008-03-28: 00:48
GoInMe Interesting shots, magnificiend actions!
For me its unusual...
Thank YOU very much for your all photos, and kind...
I want to add that you look very silen in your profile pic and it is very nice...
:)
keep smiling!
GoInMe · 2008-03-28: 04:16
GoInMe Interesting shots, magnificiend actions!
For me its unusual...
Thank YOU very much for your all photos, and kind...
I want to add that you look very silen in your profile pic and it is very nice...
:)
keep smiling!
GoInMe · 2008-03-28: 04:16
GoInMe Interesting shots, magnificiend actions!
For me its unusual...
Thank YOU very much for your all photos, and kind...
I want to add that you look very silen in your profile pic and it is very nice...
:)
keep smiling!
GoInMe · 2008-03-28: 04:16
Nayah Wonderful!
Nayah · 2008-03-28: 18:23
ironswallow Cool! Yoga seems really interesting.. i'd like to practice it someday :)

Love 1st pic!
ironswallow · 2008-03-28: 21:31
agandia Lovely set
agandia · 2008-03-28: 23:08
LotoFoto Namaste.
I do yoga also.
It's a beautiful practice.
Thank you for your informative post.
The photos are intriguing.
LotoFoto · 2008-03-29: 00:56
BreezyOnTheEyes i need to get into yoga. i have been looking into it recently. very interesting post! thank you for sharing.
BreezyOnTheEyes · 2008-03-29: 14:42
miclaud I never practiced and I have to try... I think it would be nice for me, beacause my life is really crazy :)))
miclaud · 2008-03-29: 21:05
Gwadannie Wonderful !!!!!!!!!!!
Gwadannie · 2008-03-29: 22:16
camilleauteuil very interesting, thank you
camilleauteuil · 2008-03-30: 11:56
RangofRaag I am did not start my day with Yoga, but the pictures give the same reviving effect as yoga does. Very good idea along with great information & no need to mention the pictures are superb as always:) Have a great day.
RangofRaag · 2008-03-30: 21:28
gillas3 Hi . Calm and relax pictures .
gillas3 · 2008-04-02: 10:30
gillas3 Hi . Calm and relax pictures .
gillas3 · 2008-04-02: 10:30
davidcardona Superb! I added first one into my favorites. Thanks for sharing!
davidcardona · 2008-04-06: 05:58
tcalbaz beautiful capture of the statue. nice bit of portraiture for your models.
tcalbaz · 2008-04-09: 11:20
Jausmil Pranayama #2
Jausmil · 2008-05-14: 14:44
JumiElla Yoga is the source of calmness and rest for me. Thanks for this post!
JumiElla · 2008-06-30: 13:01
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