Inner Engineering

Inner Engineering
Author: Sadhguru
Publisher: Harmony
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2016-09-20
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0812997794

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Thought leader, visionary, philanthropist, mystic, and yogi Sadhguru presents Western readers with a time-tested path to achieving absolute well-being: the classical science of yoga. “A loving invitation to live our best lives and a profound reassurance of why and how we can.”—Sir Ken Robinson, author of The Element, Finding Your Element, and Out of Our Minds: Learning to Be Creative NAMED ONE OF THE TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY SPIRITUALITY & HEALTH The practice of hatha yoga, as we commonly know it, is but one of eight branches of the body of knowledge that is yoga. In fact, yoga is a sophisticated system of self-empowerment that is capable of harnessing and activating inner energies in such a way that your body and mind function at their optimal capacity. It is a means to create inner situations exactly the way you want them, turning you into the architect of your own joy. A yogi lives life in this expansive state, and in this transformative book Sadhguru tells the story of his own awakening, from a boy with an unusual affinity for the natural world to a young daredevil who crossed the Indian continent on his motorcycle. He relates the moment of his enlightenment on a mountaintop in southern India, where time stood still and he emerged radically changed. Today, as the founder of Isha, an organization devoted to humanitarian causes, he lights the path for millions. The term guru, he notes, means “dispeller of darkness, someone who opens the door for you. . . . As a guru, I have no doctrine to teach, no philosophy to impart, no belief to propagate. And that is because the only solution for all the ills that plague humanity is self-transformation. Self-transformation means that nothing of the old remains. It is a dimensional shift in the way you perceive and experience life.” The wisdom distilled in this accessible, profound, and engaging book offers readers time-tested tools that are fresh, alive, and radiantly new. Inner Engineering presents a revolutionary way of thinking about our agency and our humanity and the opportunity to achieve nothing less than a life of joy.

Yogi's Joy

Yogi's Joy
Author: Sangharakshita
Publisher: Windhorse Publications
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2012-03-31
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 190731458X

Milarepa was a much-loved Tibetan yogi, poet, and teacher. His 'hundred thousand songs' have inspired and guided Buddhist practitioners for centuries, yet examinations of them are few. The Yogi's Joy explores some of these songs to help show how their lessons are relevant to us today. In these songs we find such themes as fear, honesty, self-respect, practising with others, the student-teacher relationship, and how we can make teachings our own..

Karma

Karma
Author: Sadhguru
Publisher: Harmony
Total Pages: 227
Release: 2021-04-27
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 059323202X

NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY, and PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BESTSELLER “Full of valuable insights to guide you.”—WILL SMITH “Thoughtful and life-affirming . . . a must-read.”—TONY ROBBINS “This book will put you back in charge of your own life.”—TOM BRADY A new perspective on the overused and misunderstood concept of “karma” that offers the key to happiness and enlightenment, from the world-renowned spiritual master Sadhguru. What is karma? Most people understand karma as a balance sheet of good and bad deeds, virtues and sins. The mechanism that decrees that we cannot evade the consequences of our own actions. In reality, karma has nothing to do with reward and punishment. Karma simply means action: your action, your responsibility. It isn’t some external system of crime and punishment, but an internal cycle generated by you. Accumulation of karma is determined only by your intention and the way you respond to what is happening to you. Over time, it’s possible to become ensnared by your own unconscious patterns of behavior. In Karma, Sadhguru seeks to put you back in the driver’s seat, turning you from a terror-struck passenger to a confident driver navigating the course of your own destiny. By living consciously and fully inhabiting each moment, you can free yourself from the cycle. Karma is an exploration and a manual, restoring our understanding of karma to its original potential for freedom and empowerment instead of a source of entanglement. Through Sadhguru’s teachings, you will learn how to live intelligently and joyfully in a challenging world.

Sinister Yogis

Sinister Yogis
Author: David Gordon White
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Total Pages: 376
Release: 2010-07-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0226895157

Since the 1960s, yoga has become a billion-dollar industry in the West, attracting housewives and hipsters, New Agers and the old-aged. But our modern conception of yoga derives much from nineteenth-century European spirituality, and the true story of yoga’s origins in South Asia is far richer, stranger, and more entertaining than most of us realize. To uncover this history, David Gordon White focuses on yoga’s practitioners. Combing through millennia of South Asia’s vast and diverse literature, he discovers that yogis are usually portrayed as wonder-workers or sorcerers who use their dangerous supernatural abilities—which can include raising the dead, possession, and levitation—to acquire power, wealth, and sexual gratification. As White shows, even those yogis who aren’t downright villainous bear little resemblance to Western assumptions about them. At turns rollicking and sophisticated, Sinister Yogis tears down the image of yogis as detached, contemplative teachers, finally placing them in their proper context.

The Awakening Storm: A Graphic Novel (City of Dragons #1)

The Awakening Storm: A Graphic Novel (City of Dragons #1)
Author: Jaimal Yogis
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2021-09-21
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1338660446

Grace and her friends must protect a newly hatched dragon from mysterious evildoers. When Grace moves to Hong Kong with her mom and new stepdad, her biggest concern is making friends at her fancy new boarding school. But when a mysterious old woman gifts her a dragon egg during a field trip, Grace discovers that the wonderful stories of dragons she heard when she was a young girl might actually be real--especially when the egg hatches overnight. The dragon has immense powers that Grace has yet to understand. And that puts them both in danger from mysterious forces intent on abusing the dragon's power. And now it's up to Grace and her school friends to uncover the sinister plot threatening the entire city!

Mop Rides the Waves of Life

Mop Rides the Waves of Life
Author: Jaimal Yogis
Publisher: Parallax Press
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2020-06-30
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1946764612

If only life could be like surfing! Having "funny" hair and being embarrassed in school is hard, but when little surfer Mop studies the lessons of the waves—breathing, letting the bad waves go by, and riding the good ones—he learns how to bring the mindfulness and joy of surfing into his whole life. Celebrated San Francisco surfer-journalist-dad Jaimal Yogis teaches 4-8 year olds timeless beach wisdom with the story of Mop, a sensitive and fun-loving kid who just wants to be in the ocean. Going to school and navigating classmates can be hard—but all that goes away when little surfer Mop paddles out in the waves. With a few tips from his clever mom, Mop studies the wisdom of the water and learns to bring it into his life on land: taking deep breaths, letting the tough waves pass, and riding the good ones all the way. With newfound awareness and courage, Mop heads back to land—and school—to surf the waves of life. With stylish full-color beachy illustrations from cover to cover.

Joy

Joy
Author: Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi
Publisher: Divine Cool Breeze Books
Total Pages: 65
Release: 2018-10-14
Genre: Religion
ISBN:

The words of Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi on the nature and value of joy.

55 Laughter Yogis

55 Laughter Yogis
Author: Keyem Thomez
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-07-16
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN:

"55 Laughter Yogis: Inspiring Stories of Joy and Transformation." This book is a treasure trove of wisdom, laughter, and transformative experiences shared by laughter yogis from around the globe. For years, I have nurtured the dream of compiling their stories. I consider myself fortunate to be connected with some of the most active laughter yogis from around the globe. These individuals have dedicated their lives to spreading laughter and bringing joy to others. Each of them has a unique story to tell, and it is my privilege to share their stories with the world. And now, I am thrilled to present this collection that will warm your heart, uplift your spirit, and ignite the laughter within you. Within the pages of "55 Laughter Yogis: Inspiring Stories of Joy and Transformation," you will embark on an extraordinary journey through the lives of 55 laughter yogis, extraordinary individuals who have dedicated themselves to spreading laughter and creating positive change in the world. As you delve into the stories of these laughter yogis, you will be captivated by the diversity of their experiences, backgrounds, and cultures. Each laughter yogi possesses a unique tale, a personal narrative that will touch your heart and leave an indelible mark on your soul. Their stories have the power to inspire, evoke emotions, and ignite a profound yearning within you to embrace the transformative power of laughter. Prepare to be moved to tears as you witness the challenges and hardships these laughter yogis have faced along their journeys. Their stories will reveal the depth of human resilience and the unwavering spirit that laughter can awaken in the face of adversity. You will be taken on an emotional rollercoaster as you experience their triumphs, their moments of vulnerability, and the profound joy that laughter has brought into their lives. Through the laughter yogis' tales, you will discover the incredible capacity of laughter to heal, transform, and uplift. Their stories will ignite a spark of inspiration within you, compelling you to see laughter as more than just a fleeting moment of amusement. It is a catalyst for personal growth, a source of strength during challenging times, and a pathway to unlocking the boundless joy that resides within each and every one of us. Through their accounts, you will uncover the transformative practices that laughter yogis embrace and share with the world. Learn how to infuse laughter into your daily life, release inhibitions, and tap into the wellspring of joy and childlike playfulness that resides within you. Explore the art of laughter meditation, mindfulness, and the incredible ability to find humor even in the face of life's challenges. This is a guidebook for anyone seeking to bring more laughter, joy, and transformation into their own lives. Discover the services and laughter events these yogis offer, and read testimonials from those who have experienced their infectious laughter firsthand. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Dr. Madan Kataria, the Founder of Laughter Yoga, and Happy Madhuri, the co-founder. Thanks to laughter yoga, I have been able to connect with incredible individuals from all walks of life across the globe. It has provided me with a unique and invaluable opportunity to get to know them on a deeper level. Prepare to be inspired, uplifted, and transformed by the stories of these laughter yogis. As you turn the pages, let their laughter resonate within you and awaken the dormant joy that resides in your own being. May the stories of these laughter yogis ignite a spark within you, and may you find the courage to embrace laughter, joy, and transformation in your own life. Welcome to the world of "55 Laughter Yogis: Inspiring Stories of Joy and Transformation." Let their laughter be your guide, and may this book be a catalyst for your own laughter-filled journey

Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga
Author: Kassandra Reinhardt
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 453
Release: 2017-12-12
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1465472371

Return to balance with this calming, healing approach. Yin yoga offer remedies to the stresses of your busy yang life. Each restorative pose targets your deeper fascia and connective tissues, helping you experience increased flexibility and improved joint health. Yin yoga also focuses on deep breathing and longer hold times, allowing you the time and space to clear your mind and enhance your mental acuity. These meditative poses will help you attain a renewed sense of mindfulness and physical well-being, making them the perfect complement to an active yang lifestyle and helping bring you back into balance. Yin Yoga includes these features: • More than 50 step-by-step poses that focus on specific areas of the body • 20 sequences linking the poses, designed to help you reach specific physical, mental, or emotional goals • Expert information on techniques and philosophies, including correct breathing techniques, chakras and meridians, and how best to practice yin yoga If you’ve been looking for something to settle your mind and body, look no further than yin yoga the practice and Yin Yoga the book.

Saltwater Buddha

Saltwater Buddha
Author: Jaimal Yogis
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2009-04-10
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0861719980

Fed up with teenage life in the suburbs, Jaimal Yogis ran off to Hawaii with little more than a copy of Hermann Hesse's Siddhartha and enough cash for a surfboard. His journey is a coming-of-age saga that takes him from communes to monasteries, from the warm Pacific to the icy New York shore. Equal parts spiritual memoir and surfer's tale, this is a chronicle of finding meditative focus in the barrel of a wave and eternal truth in the great salty blue.