Nadi Shodana is a breathing practice with many benefits.  This particular pranayama practice increases mental acuity and is helpful to do before tests or studying.  It is named Nadi Shodana for it's ability to cleanse the energy centers through out the body, or nadis.

To begin, fold the first two fingers of your right hand into your palm.  Use your thumb to close off the right nostril, as you breath into the left. When you start, take an inhalation to the count of five. If that makes you dizzy, reduce your count. (The longer you practice the more accustomed your body will become to deep breathing.)  As soon as you reach the top of the inhalation, close the left nostril with your right ring finger, removing your thumb from the right nostril at the same time, and begin a slow, rhythmic, exhalation through this nostril. Do this to the count of five also. Inhale through the right nostril to the count of five. Close the right nostril with your right thumb. Exhale through the left nostril to the count of five.  This is one round. 

Practice 5 to 15 rounds and sit quietly for a moment soaking in the effects of your practice.




 


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    Amber Gurr

     I was first introduced to yoga in 2001 and quickly fell in love.  In 2004, I completed my 500 hour teacher training with D'ana Baptiste and have done annual trainings since that time with notable teachers such as Mark Whitwell, David Williams, Baron Baptiste and Rolf Gates.  I love teaching and I love seeing yoga bless both the physical and spiritual aspects of people's lives.

    I have a husband and 4 little boys, ages 9, 3, 2 and 0 that keep me busy and playing.  I decided that now is the time for me to be home with my family so now I just sub a yoga class here and there.    I also am a nutritional herbalist, herbalist, doula, have an Associates degree in music,  teach piano and do some energy readings and healing here and there. 

    I am excited to share some of the tid bits of truth that I have come across that have shaped my life thus far and hope that this sharing  will assist many others in their journey.

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