A Woman's Book of YogaInterest in yoga is at an all-time high, especially among women. Whether readers wish to begin the practice or are already involved in yoga, this innovative book will help them understand the unique benefits yoga provides for a woman's health and mental well-being. The authors lead women of all ages through the health and life cycles specific to females by illustrating the spiritual and physical advantages of Kundalini yoga, as taught by yoga master Yogi Bhajan. Hari Khalsa applies ancient wisdom to explain how to determine and enhance one's own special relationship with the mind, body, and soul. Using his expertise on women's health issues, Dr. Siebel reveals the scientific basis for yoga's positive effects on the brain. Together, Dr. Siebel and Hari Khalsa create a dialogue of spiritualism and science, elucidating how every woman can reap the rewards of yoga for a lifetime. |
Contents
Preparing to Practice | 22 |
A Beginning Kundalini Yoga Session | 36 |
Caring for Your Body | 68 |
Sexuality Intimacy | 103 |
APPENDIX A Natural Remedies for Common Complaints | 254 |
Other editions - View all
A Woman's Book of Yoga: Embracing Our Natural Life Cycles Machelle M. Seibel,Hari Kaur Khalsa Limited preview - 2002 |
A Woman's Book of Yoga: Embracing Our Natural Life Cycles Machelle M. Seibel,Hari Kaur Khalsa Limited preview - 2002 |
A Woman's Book of Yoga: Embracing Our Natural Life Cycles Machelle M. Seibel,Hari Kaur Khalsa No preview available - 2002 |
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