http://www.artipot.com/authors/12/paul-m-jerard-jr/ Latest articles by Paul M. Jerard Jr. from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/240166/yoga-of-maharishi-patanjali-the-joy-of-brahmacharya.htm The literal definition of the root words, brahma and acarya, is "brahmic behavior." In fact, Bramacharya is also the first Asrama (stage of life for a Brahman), when a student lives a life of celibacy and purity, while studying the Vedas. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:23:05 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/240166/yoga-of-maharishi-patanjali-the-joy-of-brahmacharya.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/240165/methods-of-meditation-meditating-on-a-function.htm Some common examples of meditating on a function are - breath awareness meditation and walking meditation. There are other lesser know examples, such as meditating while painting, drawing, drumming, writing, dancing, and many more creative pursuits. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:19:37 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/240165/methods-of-meditation-meditating-on-a-function.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/240164/yoga-of-maharishi-patanjali-the-challenge-of-asteya.htm There is an internal conflict about giving, but the Law of Karma and the Law of Attraction, agree about the end results of giving. When we give time, service, or material toward a person, or a cause, the rewards of giving always come back to us. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:15:40 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/240164/yoga-of-maharishi-patanjali-the-challenge-of-asteya.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/240159/yoga-of-maharishi-patanjali-the-promise-of-satya.htm Satya is honesty. If you want to see a controversy, bring up the subject of honesty applied to law, politics, or business ethics. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:07:57 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/240159/yoga-of-maharishi-patanjali-the-promise-of-satya.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/240156/yoga-of-maharishi-patanjali-the-vow-of-ahimsa.htm What is ahimsa? If the believers of all the world's religions practiced this, there would hardly be any conflicts. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:05:33 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/240156/yoga-of-maharishi-patanjali-the-vow-of-ahimsa.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/238292/yoga-teacher-training-exam-stress.htm Can you imagine a Yoga teacher intern stressed out over his or her exams? It happens more frequently than you think. Sun, 23 Nov 2008 06:33:21 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/238292/yoga-teacher-training-exam-stress.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/238276/relaxing-your-senses-for-meditation.htm There are methods that help your body unwind before a meditation session. A bath, shower, massage, and asana practice have one thing in common. Sun, 23 Nov 2008 06:07:41 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/238276/relaxing-your-senses-for-meditation.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/238267/the-value-of-the-yoga-teacher-certification-process.htm Should you take new students who are late for class? Who would the legal system "point its finger" at, if a student is injured because he or she skipped the warm-up? These issues should be brought up during the Yoga certification process. Sun, 23 Nov 2008 05:49:47 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/238267/the-value-of-the-yoga-teacher-certification-process.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/238249/creating-your-meditation-space-at-home.htm Each of us will approach this issue differently. For some of us, the particular place where we mediate daily is very important. Some people decorate the place where they meditate to resemble a special place, a holy place, or a retreat. Sun, 23 Nov 2008 05:08:33 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/238249/creating-your-meditation-space-at-home.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/238220/spinal-alignment-during-meditation.htm Much attention should be paid to spinal alignment, at the beginning, and during, your meditation sessions. In some Yoga classes, you may be instructed to sit in Padmasana (lotus posture). As you will learn, this is not entirely correct for every student. Sun, 23 Nov 2008 04:23:02 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/238220/spinal-alignment-during-meditation.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/237015/starting-your-personal-meditation-practice-at-home.htm If you participate in a meditation group, or a Yoga class, there is always a desire to practice at home. Sometimes, meditation groups meet for a session and slowly disband. Now, you have decided to continue where your group left off. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 20:35:43 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/237015/starting-your-personal-meditation-practice-at-home.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/236990/teaching-yoga-as-a-profession-consultants-and-mentors.htm Does the coach in question have any experience with teaching Yoga or running a studio in a tough economy? Where would a Yoga instructor start to search for a trainer of teachers? Fri, 21 Nov 2008 20:08:24 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/236990/teaching-yoga-as-a-profession-consultants-and-mentors.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/234749/teaching-hatha-yoga-for-injury-prevention.htm Yoga is often thought of as a method for preventing injury. How could injuries occur during Yoga classes? How are the postures and pranayama presented during a class? Are postures thoroughly explained or strung together in a sequence and presented "on the fly." Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:34:22 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/234749/teaching-hatha-yoga-for-injury-prevention.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/234714/teaching-hatha-yoga-student-safety-in-yoga-classes.htm Although the general public might see many different styles of Yoga, in a variety of locations, Yoga is often categorized as a form of physical fitness. Some might go a bit further by classifying Yoga as a form of wellness or a mind and body exercise. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:44:31 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/234714/teaching-hatha-yoga-student-safety-in-yoga-classes.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/234698/is-practicing-yoga-selfish.htm Some of my best memories are of listening to people talk about the benefits of Yoga; but recently, I had a chance to overhear a conversation about how self-centered Yogis are. This person's point of view is an interesting one, even if you do not agree with it. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:18:13 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/234698/is-practicing-yoga-selfish.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/234695/teaching-hatha-yoga-postures-with-mindfulness-and-safety.htm How much attention, to proper alignment, do you see in Yoga classes? How fast is the pace of the class? Are students being asked about pre-existing injuries before participating in a Yoga session? Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:11:39 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/234695/teaching-hatha-yoga-postures-with-mindfulness-and-safety.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/234686/can-yoga-really-prevent-anger-flare-ups.htm Yoga is said to cure almost every ailment known to humankind, but how do we define anger? Some of us feel anger the minute we wake up, while others never seem to let anything bother them. Anger is hard to place on the emotional spectrum, as it arises from a combination of thoughts, emotions, feelings, and circumstances. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:54:00 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/234686/can-yoga-really-prevent-anger-flare-ups.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/234545/living-yoga-to-calm-your-mind.htm For decades, the public has been aware that Yoga brings about a tranquil state of mind. Yoga principles can be applied toward every aspect of improving daily life. Yoga is much more than pictures of people performing postures - it is a complete lifestyle. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:44:57 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/234545/living-yoga-to-calm-your-mind.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/234519/teaching-hatha-yoga-silent-observation-and-student-abilities.htm When teaching Yoga to new students, there are a variety of challenges for both teachers and students. Yoga can be a learning curve for a new student. At the same time, the methodology of teaching can be a challenge for a Yoga instructor. Below is a question and answer session, in relation to silent observation and student abilities, in a Yoga class. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:02:07 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/234519/teaching-hatha-yoga-silent-observation-and-student-abilities.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/221690/teaching-methodology-for-yoga-instructor-training-courses.htm Yoga teaching methodology is learned by instructing classes. Interns should have a firm grasp of the principles, practices, and procedures involved in teaching Yoga classes. Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:13:02 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/221690/teaching-methodology-for-yoga-instructor-training-courses.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/221633/teaching-hatha-yoga-students-with-pre-existing-conditions-and-yoga-teacher-continuing-education.htm Yoga teachers should be cautious and give gentle guidance, when a student has any form of a pre-existing health condition or injury. In some cases, Yoga teachers should refer their students to a Yoga therapist or specialist. Mon, 20 Oct 2008 15:40:08 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/221633/teaching-hatha-yoga-students-with-pre-existing-conditions-and-yoga-teacher-continuing-education.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/221623/how-should-the-topic-of-philosophy-be-approached-in-a-yoga-teacher-certification-course.htm The philosophy component is not what most Yoga teacher interns want to learn. Most people, in general, feel that Asana (Yoga posture) is the heart and soul of our practice. If life were measured only on the physical plane of existence, this might be true, but humans are also connected by mental, emotional, and spiritual growth. Mon, 20 Oct 2008 15:26:56 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/221623/how-should-the-topic-of-philosophy-be-approached-in-a-yoga-teacher-certification-course.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/221603/yoga-in-practice-how-to-find-peace-of-mind.htm Many Yoga practitioners are familiar with the value of a silent retreat to an Ashram or another sacred place. An extended silence turns the mind inward, which makes us more mindful during Yoga and meditation practice. Mon, 20 Oct 2008 14:40:57 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/221603/yoga-in-practice-how-to-find-peace-of-mind.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/221034/how-should-meditation-be-covered-during-a-yoga-teacher-certification-course.htm Most students, of Yoga, become proficient at asana and pranayama with practice, but struggle with the ability to meditate. Yoga teachers often mention the importance of practicing meditation at home, but students often "put it off." Sun, 19 Oct 2008 02:17:53 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/221034/how-should-meditation-be-covered-during-a-yoga-teacher-certification-course.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/184207/how-should-the-topic-of-pranayama-be-covered-in-a-yoga-teacher-certification-course.htm When teaching Pranayama (Yogic Breathing Techniques), to a student who is new to Yoga, you realize that beginners take their breathing for granted. It is natural to take breath and life for granted. Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:12:25 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/184207/how-should-the-topic-of-pranayama-be-covered-in-a-yoga-teacher-certification-course.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/184196/teaching-hatha-yoga-essentials-for-beginners.htm The beginning of September is a busy time for Yoga teachers and Yoga studios in North America. This is the time of year when children go back to school and parents make decisions about activities for the next nine months. Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:50:24 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/184196/teaching-hatha-yoga-essentials-for-beginners.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/179015/how-should-the-topic-of-asana-be-covered-in-a-yoga-teacher-certification-course.htm If you are going to teach Hatha Yoga classes, there are many subjects to cover, but asana (posture) is often the starting point of most Yoga teacher training courses. It could be debated that we should follow the Eight Limbed Path, as explained by Maharishi Patanjali, by reviewing the first two limbs (Yama and Niyama) before asana. Tue, 05 Aug 2008 13:05:01 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/179015/how-should-the-topic-of-asana-be-covered-in-a-yoga-teacher-certification-course.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/179004/hatha-yoga-solutions-for-your-hips.htm When we consider Yoga solutions for our hips, we often think in terms of physical tightness, which occurs over time. Our hips are largely ignored until we feel pain in them from excessive sitting, trauma, arthritis, or gradual joint wear. Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:50:14 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/179004/hatha-yoga-solutions-for-your-hips.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/178992/yoga-in-practice-the-yogic-path-to-a-trained-mind.htm If a student is not made aware of the true value of mental attention during Yoga practice, the mind-training benefits will still trickle through. Let's look at daily steps you can take to train, balance, and get the most, out of your mind. Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:32:32 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/178992/yoga-in-practice-the-yogic-path-to-a-trained-mind.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/178959/restorative-yoga-a-low-impact-solution-for-middle-aged-spread.htm Does Yoga have solutions for middle-aged spread? Are your knees, back, hips and shoulders begging for mercy? Restorative Yoga is a complete health maintenance system, and a low impact form of cross training, that will not cause premature wear in your joints. Tue, 05 Aug 2008 11:46:17 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/178959/restorative-yoga-a-low-impact-solution-for-middle-aged-spread.htm