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To go a bit deeper: Are we worried about
being late or do we just get anxiety in crowds and traffic jams? Once we
know the answer, we can work toward a solution.
Depending upon the exact
source of our
anger, there could be a Yoga
technique to solve it. If the problem is anxiety, while in a crowd or
traffic jam, we can work on Yoga breathing techniques. In some cases, we
may want to work on our Yoga breathing (Pranayama) - before we get into
the car.
Attending Yoga classes will bring your mental, physical, and spiritual
well-being into focus. You will learn Yogic relaxation techniques at the
end of most Yoga classes.
You will also become much more aware of being short of breath, chest
pains, feeling over anxious, heart palpitations, and any other unhealthy
side effects that can be associated with fits of anger.
Due to your new-found awareness from Yoga practice, you may start to
realize that an extra cup of coffee could be "digging an early grave"
for you. Yoga practitioners are much more aware of their blood pressure
than people who do not practice Yoga.
Hatha Yoga practice will allow your body to vent anger. Whether you
practice a Restorative Yoga style that holds postures, or you practice a
flowing Vinyasa Yoga style - the unhealthy negative feelings of anger,
and its side effects, can be released from your body within a Yoga
class.
Anger is similar to a mental toxin, which must be purged from your body
on a daily basis. Pranayama, meditation, relaxation techniques, Yoga
postures, and Yoga philosophy, may also help you with the power of
forgiveness.
Forgiveness allows you to let past issues go. You must let anger go,
with your past, for your own heath and well-being. It is extremely
unhealthy to hold onto hate and anger.
In cases of extreme anger, a Yoga class might not be enough to help you
rid your body, and mind, of your angry feelings. In such a case, you
should seek professional counseling. Some psychologists, and
psychiatrists, recommend Yoga and counseling to their patients. Only you
will truly know which method, or combination of methods, gives you the
best results.
by : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
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