Yoga has many methods to keep your mind occupied. Anxiety often stems from leaving the mind unsupervised, while letting negative energy, within the mind, "take the helm." We all have dark thoughts, which can rise to the surface in the form of worry, anxiety, stress, or a panic attack. Now, let's take a closer look at Pranayama methods to prevent anxiety in everyday life.
Pranayama or Pranayam: These are Yogic breathing techniques for cultivation of life energy. Pranayama improves your mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
For people in good health: Take the time to learn at least seven different forms of Pranayama. There are many more, but seven will give you plenty of alternatives to work with.
Learn Pranayama from a competent Yoga teacher, or Ayurvedic doctor, and continue your practice at home. As a general suggestion, Kapalabhati Pranayama, Bhastrika Pranayama, Ujjayi Pranayama, Nadi Shodhana Pranayama, Brahmari Pranayama, Bahaya Pranayama, and Udgeeth Pranayama are a good start.
If you have a medical condition, you need to let your physician know exactly which Pranayama techniques you are practicing. If you have a pre-existing medical condition, please do not self-prescribe Pranayama techniques without a professional opinion. Your doctor will likely refer you to a competent Yoga teacher for Pranayama instruction. If not, you can still seek out a Yoga teacher, or Ayurvedic doctor, for advice.
Never practice Pranayama to the point of feeling faint. If you feel any dizziness, slow down and resume later. Listen to, and follow, the specific instructions your Yoga teacher, or Ayurvedic doctor, recommends for each specific Pranayama technique.
© Copyright 2007 - Paul Jerard / Aura Publications
Paul Jerard, E-RYT 500, has written many books on the subject of Yoga. He is a co-owner and the Director of Yoga Teacher Training at: Aura Wellness Center, in Attleboro, MA. riyoga.com riyoga.com
He has been a certified Master Yoga Teacher since 1995. To receive a Free Yoga e-Book: "Yoga in Practice," and a Free Yoga Newsletter, please visit: yoga-teacher-training.org/index.html yoga-teacher-training.org/index.html
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