The yoga
postures (Asana) allow
us to meditate on the body and gain a profound understanding and knowledge
of its nature. Intellectual growth in the mind and strengthening and expansion
of neurological connections serve us in the spiritual quest of unity and illumination. Yoga Asana can also be destructive when done without proper guidance.
It is
easy to hurt the spine and inflammation caused by over stretching over a prolonged
period of time can lead to all kinds of problems including physiological imbalance,
autoimmune responses, anxiety and much more. Practice light and gently when
performing Asana to prevent a negative response. Seek out a good teacher that
pushes you harder in meditation than in Asanas and your practice will lead
to health and illumination.
