Yoga Practice: Week 13

    In most spiritual practices, the body is seen as a vessel that gives the soul a place to manifest itself into an individual. Some argue that this individual, is an already "connected" being with the higher power that gave their vessel life, some think that, the vessels need to learn how to become connected. Yoga introduces powerful movements, that allow people to connect more with their bodies, ultimately, improving their connection with the higher power. These movements provide the vessel with the ultimate divine experience, that makes one feel as if, they are the universe. 

    Most practices treat the mind, body and soul, as three different components. Meditation is used to connect mind with soul. MPY is used to connect mind to body. When the mind is connected to the body and soul, the practitioner will experience total bliss and divinity. This experience is determined, solely on the practitioners will power to follow through with the practice. The person must also have a solid frame of mind to allow the body to feel the sensation of "embodiment".  

     The body can be used in man ways to manipulate energies, in order to get the experience you want. For example, mudras and bandas can be introduced into yoga routines, to make the experience more enjoyable for some users. In scientific terms, a mudra is a gesture, or subtle movement, that ultimately alters the flow of energy in the body in order to bring about changes in mood and perception, deepening awareness and concentration. A Bandhas, is a movement that tightens certain muscles, to enhance its strength and blood flow, which boosts energy levels.

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