Meaning and Practice of Yoga
The idea of ‘doing something’ dominates our lives. Standing still and allowing life to happen seems opposite to the tasks and necessities we daily encounter. However, the high level of stress and anxiety that colours our modern society indicates that ‘doing’ requires an attitude that is rooted in what we are. Without this affirmation we feel disconnected.
Meditation means: doing nothing. During your stay it is possible to participate in the rhythm of three Asha meditations a day. In these meditations the actual period of silence is prepared with ancient shamanic techniques that are known to have a beneficial effect on calming the brain and bio-rhythm.
There are two forms of the Asha meditation. In the first one a regular rhythm is maintained with a rattle, followed by silence. Prior to this, you will be given an introduction and a rattle to join in if you wish. In the second form we use a drum to bring you into a meditative state. In this meditation, the drum is also followed by silence. During the drumming you will not participate actively, but only listen.
Yoga in combination with silence and meditation is a wonderful way to quieten down and to connect in full attention. It offers the opportunity to fully relax and experience a beneficial space in body and mind. If you long for inner peace and want to return with more clarity, this yoga retreat is for you.
The first yoga class is always the morning after the day of arrival in order for you to arrive in a calm manner. The program ends on the last day with the Asha Meditation at 10 am.
Patanjali Yoga is the original and complete Yoga. Patanjali Yoga consists of Raja Yoga (meditation) and Hatha Yoga (asana’s, shavasana, mantra, pranayama & tratak). Physical exercise, relaxation, emptying the mind, breathing and cleansing are all aspects of Yoga practise and part of the daily routine.
During the Yoga events you are invited to be in silence and to explore what ‘being connected’ means. After arrival, checking-in and settling down there will be a clear and interactive introduction to the program.
The daily pattern of meditations:
07.30 Yoga ~ Asana’s, Pranayama & Shavasana
09.00 Breakfast
10.00 Asha Meditation ~ Rattle
11.00 Sewa ~ Kitchen, garden, cleaning
14.00 Asha Meditation ~ Rattle
14.30 Dinner
15.30 Siesta ~ Free time
16.30 Yoga ~ Mantra Chanting, Asana’s, Pranayama & Shavasana
18.00 Asha Meditation ~ Drum
19.00 Supper
20.00 Free Time
Note: There are 3 periods of practicing silence: from waking up till morning meditation (yoga lesson excluded), from 14:00 until end of dinner and from 18:00 till after supper.
The Garden of Nâm Living is a place of natural beauty and harmony. The environment breathes an openness and peace that invites you to become silent on all levels of your being. The guest rooms are designed in the traditional Andalusian style. The kitchen provides for 3 delicious meals a day (vegan/veg/fish) and the garden, rich with herbs, fruits and vegetables embraces its visitors in tranquillity and beauty.
Introduction into yoga and all its aspects:
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Deepening the aspects of yoga (connection):
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Diving into the 8 fold Path and the aspects of yoga:
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