26 Dec 2019 HYN Himalayan Yoga Academy
Yin Yoga – Yoga of Mindful Stretch
Yoga is the science of life with spiritual exploration. There are different schools of yoga for the same purpose. “Yogah Samadhi” means yoga is Samadhi, equilibrium, the awakening of Kundalini, expansion of consciousness and isolation so on. The harmony between the Sun (Pingala) and Moon (Ida) is Hatha Yoga, then it starts Raja Yoga. The union of Hatha and Raja Yoga is Ashtanga Yoga or Classical Yoga. Yoga is itself feminine energy. Its final tool or device is Dhyana (Meditation). Dhyana is commonly applied in every form of yoga, even while performing asanas. So, it means performing asana is its-self a practice of Meditation. If something is done on SMS theory, S – stands for Straight body, M – stands for Mindfulness, and S – stands for Smiling, which is the realistic Yoga Science.
Yoga is the spiritual science obtained from Kundalini awakening, which is feminine power or Yin energy or lunar (Moon) power or Ida Nadi. So yoga is Yin Yoga by nature. You should combine physical movements, breathing techniques, awareness, duration, and the experience of their effects. Finally, we reach in state of spirituality through the yin or moon power. Traditional yoga and Yin yoga concepts are the same. Yin yoga is a new brand based on classical yoga ethics which offers focus, toleration, endurance, stillness, and deeper stretch into the core.
Principles of Yin Yoga
- Be calm
- Be stillness
- Retain the energy
- Get the position
- Hold the posture
- Feel the sensation
- Gain the effect in depth
During the long hold times of the yin asanas, teachers usually give “dharma talks,”. Informal monologues often explain the physiology and anatomy of poses, including the affected meridian lines. They may tell traditional Buddhist stories, recite poetry, sing songs, or reflect on their own experience.