... ranch-style building of wood and stone. Flowering trees and gardens surround the area. The setting is lovely. A statue of the Buddha posed in full lotus sits quietly near the door, welcoming you with a gentle smile. I usually opt to walk the rock path that winds down and around to the ... that plays quietly in the background. She guides us to focus on our breath in preparation for the first asana. Collectively we sit in full lotus to begin the succession of asanas, taking several minutes to relax and synchronize our breathing. We move gradually with Jan's guidance from one pose ... 1920...

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... of Yoga: meditation. You obviously don't have to practice Yoga to meditate, but it is a vital part of yogic tradition. The most traditional view of meditating is sitting in the lotus position, and just quieting your mind, slowing your breath and think of pretty much nothing. But for us who have a hard time with this, there are so many ways of meditation ... ...

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