Author(s): Sagel Urlacher; Norman Blair (Foreword by)

Yoga & Excercise

Equal parts science and spirit, Yin Yoga & Meditation is a practice of presence and wellbeing for the whole self. Whether you are brand new to the yoga mat or are a seasoned practitioner or teacher looking for fresh inspiration, Yin Yoga & Meditation invites you to embark on an experiential journey of this transformative practice and into yourself with the Mandala Map as your guide. Rooted in the Taoist, Buddhist, and Yoga Nidra wisdom traditions, this book uniquely threads together the core elements of a safe, effective, and empowering Yin Yoga & Meditation practice including: philosophical backgrounds, central practice principles, Yin Yoga poses and their related Yinpressions, jewels of encouragement, the yin and yang wings of natural presence, and associated scientific benefits. It will equip you with in-depth and easy-to-follow pose instruction and sample sequences, compelling inquiry, and an expansive collection of step-by-step meditative techniques to enjoy on and off the mat.You'll encounter limitless pathways as you select and blend these core elements to synthesize your internal exploration and personalize your practice and teaching. Yin Yoga & Meditation shines a light on the many possibilities for nurturing our happiness and wholeness and using the skills we cultivate on the mat to illuminate every moment of our day.