The ujjayi breath taught in the above short meditation is the breath traditionally practiced through out a yoga asana practice.  The ujjayi breath can also be used as a meditation in itself.  I use the ujjayi breath when I bike or jog  and I find it helps keep my heart rate down.  I have also used it during parts of labor, after being stung by a jellyfish, and when doing energy work.


If you are not confident with your ujjayi breath after this short lesson and meditation please let me know and I will be happy to answer any questions you may have.


Some of the BENEFITS of the ujjayi breath are:  it lowers blood pressure, slows the heart rate, is calming to the nervous system, helps with insomnia when done before bed, it is relaxing on the psychic level, and it helps alleviate fluid retention in the body. 
 


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    About Me
    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.

    Namaste!
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