New Lungs and Circulation!! Breathe Easier!

Sat Nam,

We all knew the weather would return to a more appropriate temperature for this time of year, didn't we? What a gift we had of warmth and sunshine and color. No problem with energy or vitality for me last week? What about you? I felt great and had tons of energy. Now with the change in temperature I can feel myself already wanting to retreat and hibernate again. UGH!! 

This Sunday we hosted the monthly Sunday Sadhana at our house; it was a lovely morning mediation and yoga time shared with friends who felt called to come out at 4am to join in.  Abhai Raj led us in a great set that I had forgotten about called, "New Lungs and Circulation". This very energizing set "retools  the lungs and improves circulation throughout the body." It is challenging and invigorating!! I will be teaching this kriya in class this week.  I urge you to come and keep your own energy alive despite the change in weather. We cannot count on the weather to always be optimal but we can count on the moving of our bodies and the use of our breath to feel energized, warm and alive. I hope to see you this week.

Please remember to let any girls ages 9-13 know about Smart Girl Yoga. This class rocks!!  My intention with this class is to offer tools and techniques for help girls cope with today's challenges.  There is still space, so spread the word. See the attachment above and feel free to pass it along.

Love to all,

Jai Hari

760-5386

Kundalini Yoga Classes for Health, Vitality and Wellness

Monday 7:30-9pm, Fine Spirit Studio, 201 Dey St, Ithaca

Wednesday 6:45-8:15pm, Pure and Simple Yoga, 75 E Court St, Cortland

Thursday 10-11:30am, Fine Spirit Studio

Also, Smart Girl Yoga, Tuesday 3:45-5pm, Fine Spirit Studio

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Lighthouse

Sat Nam,

I took a long overdue walk with my 12 year old daughter, Sat Ardas today. It has been customary for me to take each of my children on a walk to the lighthouse on their 11th birthday. The lighthouse is a symbol for the number 11 and it represents integrity, inspiration and the highest consciousness. Being that Sat Ardas was born in February, it has been more challenging to take that walk with her; weather, busy schedules, etc....So one year and a few weeks late, today was the day, especially with this incredible weather we have been having. 

As we walked, we talked about what it means to be a conscious human being. And while I am still striving to understand this myself, I did say to her that I believe it means we think about who we want to be in the world, and in particular in any situation that may arise in our day to day life. She understood that. She said, "I want to be a person that brings happiness, joy and love into the world" (Mom smiles quietly). Now, I believe she already does do that in the world. However, I can see there is a new consciousness and awareness that she wants to integrate into this process. She is a light, yet wants to do that consciously. It becomes a choice. 

Think about the lighthouse for a moment. It's job is to light the way; to keep the sailors from smashing into the rocks. If you ever stand next to a lighthouse you can see it has a very solid structure; it can withstand most weather. Then at it's top, windows to allow the light to shine. To tell you the truth, I don't even know if the lighthouse at the base of our Lake, Cayuga even works. But the image is a powerful one for me. It helps me to remember to be solid and shine the light; a choice I make. But that takes work and intention and practice and more practice. It is so incredibly easy to get thrown off balance by life. So, I do my yoga and meditate and learn and grow and do my best to be a person living from the highest consciousness.

Which brings me to this week's class....we will do "Kriya for Pelvic Balance".  "To walk with grace and strength is to feel connected to the world and ready to act. This is not only a matter of mindset but also of physical balance. When the pelvis and its muscles are out of balance, many systems begin to show stress. Exhaustion, low endurance, and lower back pain are common symptoms. This kriya is helpful for staying energetic and balanced. It helps to maintain potency if practiced regularly."  Yogi Bhajan

I hope to see you in class this week to balance your pelvis and create a stable foundation for yourself so that you can be solid, walk with grace and strength and shine your light in the world.

Also, please come to early morning sadhana this Sunday, March 25th at 5am. Last month a few of us joined together to pray, practice and meditate. It set a beautiful tone for us for the week and was a special time to come together and raise our spirits. Afterward we will share tea. If you feel like bringing a snack to share you are welcome to. The address is: 28 Michigan Hollow Rd.

Directions: Follow 96B up past Ithaca College, go through Danby.

                    Pass the Fire Hall, the Town Hall and Danby Church (on Left)

                    Next road on your right after the church is Michigan Hollow, take a right.

                    We are the 2nd house on the right, orange with red trim, #28.

                    Please park far over to the side of the road.

One more announcement: Smart Girl Yoga will be starting up again on Tuesday, April 3 from 3:45-5pm at Fine Spirit Studio. Please let any family know about this fun and strengthening class. 

Hope to see you very soon.

Love to all,

Jai Hari

760-5386

Kundalini Yoga Classes for Health, Vitality and Wellness

Monday 7:30-9pm, Fine Spirit Studio, 201 Dey St, Ithaca

Wednesday 6:45-8:15pm, Pure and Simple Yoga, 75 E Court St, Cortland

Thursday 10-11:30am, Fine Spirit Studio

Also, Smart Girl Yoga, Tuesday 3:45-5pm, Fine Spirit Studio

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Simple, Breathing

 Sat Nam,

I am continually re inspired by the technology of Kundalini Yoga. There are so many simple (and not so simple) techniques that we can tap into to rejuvenate ourselves. 

For example, BREATHING.....

How many times today have you stopped for a moment and tuned in to your breath? Can you stop right now? Stop. Close your eyes. Take a deep breath in. Exhale. Now notice how you feel. 

Are you tired? Do you need more energy? If so, take your right hand, close the left nostril with the right index finger and breathe in and out through your right nostril....Continue for 1-3 minutes.

Are you anxious? Do you need to calm down? If so, take your right hand, close the right nostril with the right thumb and breathe in and out through your left nostril...Continue for 1-3 minutes.

That's it, that's all there is to it. Simple techniques at your fingertips to help you regain your balance. 

Please join me this week in yoga. We will do a set called, "Achieving Equilibrium".  "This set of exercises is to activate the ha-tha (sun-moon or the Pingala and Ida) and the Shushmana through a pure physical force. It is the best set because you are moving all the airs of the body and bringing an equilibrium to the entire glandular system. If you just practice this one set alone, you will be surprised how much control on your mind, body and soul, and how much combination you can achieve." Yogi Bhajan

OK? It's time. Don't wait till next week or till you are in shape or you get your taxes done, or.........Now. 

Your health and well being are NOW.

See you soon. Until then, many blessings.

-- 

Love to all,

Jai Hari

760-5386

Kundalini Yoga Classes for Health, Vitality and Wellness

Monday 7:30-9pm, Fine Spirit Studio, 201 Dey St, Ithaca

Wednesday 6:45-8:15pm, Pure and Simple Yoga, 75 E Court St, Cortland

Thursday 10-11:30am, Fine Spirit Studio

Also, Smart Girl Yoga, Tuesday 3:45-5pm, Fine Spirit Studio