Anywhere, Anytime at Any Moment.
By Ebony Berry
Many people today rely on public transportation to commute to and from work, to run errands and to take part in various activities. Taking public transportation is often stressful due to overcrowding, the hustle and bustle, seating inconveniences, and an array other things. However you can use this time wisely. Use this time to practice yoga!That in fact, is a wonderful thing about yoga... is it can be practiced literally anywhere, anytime at any moment. I ride public transportation as much as four times a day, five times a week, it can be very exhausting, but it doesn’t have to be. Try this simple, proven method that can be utilized standing or sitting (even with your children, my children practice and enjoy this pranayama/mantra all the time). Start with your breath and try to relate to your surroundings. Regardless of whether you are sitting or standing, began to center the breath feeling the oxygen flow up and down the sushumna channel ( your spine). This is helpful for stability and grounding. Once you are feeling centered, began to engage the So-Ham mantra. This mantra simply translates to, “I am that, that I am” and is an easy mantra to practice at any time. Once your breathing becomes steady concentrate the flow of energy onto fellow passengers. Begin taking in the inhale silently breathing in “So” and on the exhale silently flowing out “Ham” Repeat as many times as necessary ( I like to go for at least eight). Also, remember sitting or standing allows your spine to stand straight and tall. This mantra helps to release anxiety, promotes concentration, and overall well-being. A simple and lovely way to connect with the world and create metta (loving-kindness) all around. Namaste and Happy Travels.
By Ebony Berry
Many people today rely on public transportation to commute to and from work, to run errands and to take part in various activities. Taking public transportation is often stressful due to overcrowding, the hustle and bustle, seating inconveniences, and an array other things. However you can use this time wisely. Use this time to practice yoga!That in fact, is a wonderful thing about yoga... is it can be practiced literally anywhere, anytime at any moment. I ride public transportation as much as four times a day, five times a week, it can be very exhausting, but it doesn’t have to be. Try this simple, proven method that can be utilized standing or sitting (even with your children, my children practice and enjoy this pranayama/mantra all the time). Start with your breath and try to relate to your surroundings. Regardless of whether you are sitting or standing, began to center the breath feeling the oxygen flow up and down the sushumna channel ( your spine). This is helpful for stability and grounding. Once you are feeling centered, began to engage the So-Ham mantra. This mantra simply translates to, “I am that, that I am” and is an easy mantra to practice at any time. Once your breathing becomes steady concentrate the flow of energy onto fellow passengers. Begin taking in the inhale silently breathing in “So” and on the exhale silently flowing out “Ham” Repeat as many times as necessary ( I like to go for at least eight). Also, remember sitting or standing allows your spine to stand straight and tall. This mantra helps to release anxiety, promotes concentration, and overall well-being. A simple and lovely way to connect with the world and create metta (loving-kindness) all around. Namaste and Happy Travels.
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