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Yoga
The practices
of Yoga help one to control the mind and senses so the
ego can be transcended and the true self (atman) experienced,
leading to moksha or liberation. According to Pantanjali's Ashtanga
yoga practice includes ethical discipline (Yamas), rules
(Niyamas), physical
postures (Asanas), breath
control (Pranayama), withdrawal from the senses (Pratyahara),
one-pointedness of mind (Dharana), meditation
(Dhyana), and eventually Samadhi,
which is often described as the union of the Self (Atman) with
the omnipresent (Brahman), and is the ultimate goal of all Hindu
Yogis.
There are may branches of yoga that are said to help with the
development of meditational skills;
Mantra
yoga where a mantra is recited constantly and can be
either a combination of core letters or words on deity or
themes.
Kundalini
Yoga where the practitioner focuses on moving energy
around the body
Tantric
yoga where the practitioner will use the control of sexual
energy to help with meditation and manifestation
Yantra
yoga where the practitioner will focus on geometrical
designs much like those used to represent the chakra
Zen
yoga has developed from new age tradition and a
combination of eastern philosophies. It advocates that becoming
more aware of your self and realizing your spiritual nature is
something that transcends religion
More
explanations can be found by clicking on each link ; Kriya
Yoga, Nidra
Yoga, Prasara
Yoga, Athletes
Breath Yoga
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