Pranayama: Ultimate Breathing Techniques to Calm Your Mind (A Practical Guide to Mastering Your Emotions and Thoughts Through Breath)

Kriya yoga is an ancient system of meditation and yoga techniques that was first brought to the west in the late 1800s by paramahansa yogananda, a spiritual teacher from india. Kriya yoga is often referred to as the “yoga of action” or “the path of karma yoga” because it is based on the principle that spiritual growth can only be achieved through selfless service and action.This easy-to-follow guide will teach you everything you need to know about kriya yoga, from the basic principles and history of the practice to the different techniques you can use to get the most out of this powerful spiritual tool.In this book, you’ll:•Explore the science behind kriya yoga and how it can benefit your health•Learn about the different chakras and how to balance them using kriya yoga techniques•Discover how to use kriya yoga to still your mind, connect with your higher self, and experience true inner peace•Find out how to put together your own personal kriya yoga practice•Understand the art of breathing and how you can use it to your benefit•Learn more about mudras and mantrasDiscover both the modern scientific perspectives and the traditional wisdom around the effects of pranayama on the body and mind. Learn the building blocks of the techniques and find out how to sequence them to address your specific needs. You can use the short practices during a brief quiet moment in your day—or expand your yoga and meditation routines with longer combinations.