Light on Life, published 2005, contains the wisdom of 70 years of Guru BKS Iyengar’s practice of Yoga. This practice for emotional stability, is the only asana-specific segment in this book. The position sketches, with very brief notes, comes at the end of the book. In Mr. Iyengar’s words, “The following asanas will help you to develop emotional stability. When the given sequence is followed, they relax a person totally. The arrows show the right direction to extend and expand in the asana. ..”
The recorded sessions in this Short Course do not attempt to teach the basic asanas from where these supported positions have been derived (you will find those asanas explained in other recorded sessions). The positions are shown with prop-arrangements almost identical to those in the published sequence, and we go into the details of the prop arrangements. We also suggest adaptations for a home practice where all the props might not be available. The verbal cues direct the practioner’s focus to the ‘line of extension and expansion” mentioned earlier by Mr Iyengar, to derive maximum benefit from this practice.
The entire sequence has been broken down into 3 three parts. We have created a consolidated a follow-along session as a 4th part. A simpler suggested sequence for experienced beginners, for a shorter practice, and with fewer props comes FREE with this Series. We recommend that you do the sessions in the order in which they have been listed.
- “Asanas 1 to 3 completed in sequence of asanas calms the mind and cools the brain
- Asanas 4 to 10 balance the intelligence of the head (intellectual center) and the intelligence of the heart ( emotional center)
- Asanas 11 and 12 stimulate the brain for positive thinking
- Asana 13 brings quietness in the body
- Asana 14 allows you to experience inner silence
- If you do not have enough time, skip asana 14 and go to 15. If time allows, do for 5 to 10 mins.”
– Light on Life, pg. 270
Part1: Semi-inverted (heart below the head) and supported inverted positions
Part2: Supported backward extensions and inversions
Part5: A Shorter Practice for Emotional Stability – Adapted from original Sequence
Tagwords: Emotional Stability, Stress, Quiet, Restorative, Prescriptive
Emotional Stability Practice from Light on Life Pt1 of 3
The first segment of this Series comprises semi-inverted (heart below the head) and supported inverted positions. Contains details of prop arrangement, adaptations, brief descriptions of getting into and releasing the positions. Cues to on maintain focus on ‘the lines of extension and expansion’ as detailed in the publishes sequence.
This session is part of the Short Course Emotional Stability Practice from Light on Life. Avail of discounted pricing by buying the entire Course
Tag Words: Emotional Stability, Stress, Quiet, Restorative, Prescriptive Practice, props, supported, all asana categories, 75min
Emotional stability practice from Light on Life; pt2of3
The second segment of this Short Course is a combination of supported backward extensions and inversions. Contains details of prop arrangement, adaptations, brief descriptions of getting into and releasing the positions. Cues to on maintain focus on ‘the lines of extension and expansion’ as detailed in the publishes sequence.
This session is part of the Short Course Emotional Stability Practice from Light on Life. Avail of discounted pricing by buying the entire Course
Tag Words: Emotional Stability, Stress, Quiet, Restorative, Prescriptive, props, supported, backward extensions, inversions, 90min
Emotional Stability Practice from Light on Life Pt 3of3
The final segment of this series comprises specific supine and seated positions that bring about a sense of deep quietness, mental and emotional equipoise. Contains details of prop arrangement, adaptations, brief descriptions of getting into and releasing the positions.
This session is part of the Short Course Emotional Stability Practice from Light on Life. Avail of discounted pricing by buying the entire Course.
Tag Words: Emotional Stability, Stress, Quiet, Restorative, Prescriptive Practice, props, supported, seated, 60min
Emotional Stability practice from Light on Life – consolidated
This is a consolidated session that has been put together by editing the recordings previous three sessions (this is NOT a separate recording). This is meant as a follow-along session without too many instructions about prop arrangement, getting in, and out of the position. We recommend that you try the previous three sessions before practicing along with this one.
This session is part of the Series Emotional Stability Practice from Light on Life. Avail of discounted pricing by buying the entire Series.
Tag Words: Emotional Stability, Stress, Quiet, Restorative, Prescriptive Practice, props, supported, all asana categories 105min
A Shorter Practice for Emotional Stability – Adapted from Sequence in Light on Life
A shorter adaption of the Practice for Emotional Stability from the book Light on Life.
Duration: 60min; Levels: Experienced Beginners, Intermediate, Gentle
Tag Words: Emotional Stability, Stress, props, supported, all asana categories, Quiet, Restorative, Prescriptive Practice, 60min