『This poster is truly an ashtanga practice chart. Sized to just 12"x17" so it will fit at the top of your yoga mat and laminated for durability and easy cleaning this item is just right for easy reference while practicing. While it is no substitute for learning the sequence with a qualified instructor, this poster does give instruction for practice and where to place the attention and is a great reminder and inspiration to practice. The 112 elegant poses of Vicki Picone and the professional full color photography and design of Marc Gerritsen make this a lovely little wall decor item as well.This poster comes laminated only.』
『This Chakra poster is a lovely and fantastic resource for discovering and exploring the chakras and creating balance and harmony in our bodies and our lives. Artist Amina Re has brought together her visual representation of the our chakra energies with excellent, concise and helpful information that can aid each of us to work with these forces. Information included for each of the seven chakras are: Location, Energetics and Imbalances, Ways to Create Balance, Affirmations and a series of Correspondences including elements, glands, incenses and oils and positive and negative archetypes.It is printed on high quality, acid free, 100# cover stock. The size is 24"x36".
Example of text for the first chakra from The Chakra System Poster:
Root Chakra
Location: Bones, Feet, Knees, Legs, Perineum, Coccyx
Energetics and Imbalances: Our bones are the densest manifestation of our spirit, the last part of our body to solidify and the last part to decompose. It is in the bones where blood is produced. This is the blood of our ancestors, our tribe, and our future children. Bones provide structure, safety and security for our home, our temple called the body, while we reside on Mother Earth.This home requires a caretaker to occupy it, to notice how it feels and what it needs. If we don't take up residence in all the rooms, we may appear spacey, aloof-not really here. As a result, we may develop aches and pains in our feet, knees and legs. Often times, severe neglect or traumas such as assault, rape, life-threatening illnesses or accidents can cause us to leave our bodies because it feels too scary to be in them. This can be the start of a cycle of violations to the body, be they emotional, energetic or physical. Other manifestations can show up as anxieties, phobias, insomnia, substance abuse, impoverishment or victimization. These symptoms can also show up if we sever, lose, or have shame around our connection to our family and roots.Chakra Balancing: Exercises ...』
IPhone 3G used's review (Mosko Spruce Wood Frame Table Lamp) 『Excellent product! The lamps arrive quickly and in great shape. We love them!』
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(Beautiful, sturdy lamps) 『These lamps are great! I love them. The only things you may not notice from the picture is that there's a seam on 2 of the 4 vertical edges of the lampshades where the fabric pieces are stitched together (very well done but you still see it when the lamp is on) and there's a skinny cylinder going down the center of the lamp in the middle of the 4 vertical wood structures, it's not a completely empty square in the middle as you might assume.』
(Wonderful Lamps, Wonderful Company) 『I have received so many compliments on these lamps since they arrived last month. They are beautiful and arrived very quickly. When they arrived, the shades were slightly damaged; at the first mention of this, a representative called me to apologize and to rectify things at my earliest convenience. I would certainly recommend these lamps and will look forward to working with this company again.』 『Unique modern 100% kiln dried Scandinavian Spruce wood architectural style table lamp, 27" tall, choose from black, honey, or walnut finish, with attractive hard fiber reinforced pyramid shaped shade, UL approved wiring, socket, and switch for up to a 75 Watt standard bulb, or up to 100 CF bulb, ships professionally packed fully insured in 48 hours from our Massachusetts warehouse via FedEx - expedited delivery available. Click on the Oriental Furniture link above to view our 500+ unique Asian design lamps&lanterns, as well as 1500+ Asian style room dividers, wood furnishings, and unique gift ideas!』
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White Swan
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (For what it is...) 『For what it is, a meditation CD, this is a perfect offering. The lady's voice is incredibly beautiful, the melodies are haunting and uplifting, and the significance behind the words is both meaningful and calming. Though it is definitely repetitious, mantras sung over and over, I have listened to it probably 50 times so far, know the words by heart, can sing the harmonies to her tracks, all levels, and find it lends to repeated hearing. I first heard it played very softly at my yoga class, and it caught my attention enough that I asked about the artist, then ordered the CD for myself. I love it. I come back to it again and again, for stress relief, for the energy boost that comes from the music but also upon consideration of the meanings. It's lovely, a blessing. The production values are superb, the musicianship lush and complementary. Wish I could sing with her live. Get this CD if you value your sanity.』
(yoga music) 『this cd has been out for a whilenow and i finally broke down and bought my own copy. the first three tracks,and the last one, are the best in my opinion. I am glad I added this to my collection. Her voice is beautiful and I can use this in my yoga classes.』
(just what I hoped for) 『Great sound for Massage...I am a massage therapist. Also great for yoga or meditation. Nothing to abrupt or intrusive. Such a hypnotic sound!! The chanting is much more condusive to relaxation as opposed to some of her stuff with mitten, which is wonderful, but more for easy listening rather than meditative. The non-englsh (Is that a word?) allows you to not attach to the images evoked by our language.』
(CD) 『The music is great, I'd previously heard it in a Yoga class, and knew I wanted it. However the CD that Amazon sent me skips and stalls on the second to last song which interrupts the Yogic flow and spoils the karma.
Perhaps Amazon should send me a better CD. Bonita O'Dacre』
(Essence) 『I received my order in record timing. The CD is in perfect condition and I am very satisfied with the ordering process.』 『This top selling New Age/World beat CD is smooth, silky, calming and peaceful. Featuring Deva Premal's transcendant voice, ambient grooves, keyboard and hand percussion, THE ESSENCE invokes the heart healing power of ancient chants and mantras. The Gayatri Mantra, the oldest known to mankind, is the centerpiece of this truly meditative CD. Ideal for yoga, healing work, meditation and dancing.
"This is the music of Earth Angels, listen with your 3rd ear!" Gabrielle Roth』
『2001 release from the soothing ethnic fusion vocalist. Includes the bonus track 'Gayatri Mantra'. White Swan.』
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Tranquility Productions
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (AWSOME-Great for those of us who have difficulty relaxing.) 『Bought it last week. I must say I am very impressed with this DVD. I am one who has great difficulty in taking time for myself and relaxing. I have a lot of stress which has caused much heartache. My counselor has suggested I try meditation so I got this DVD. That night I used it and was very impressed with the instuctors smooth clear voice. It is a very guided meditation that concentrates on body and breathing. When ever my mind started to wander, it helped a great deal in helping me to concentrate on me and breath. I was able be concious but be in a deep relaxed state. It helped me to release thoughts and stressers in a concious manner yet I was able to remain in deep relaxed state. I felt it also brought clairty to things that were causing the stress.』
(Great Assist) 『On the recommendation of a friend I ordered and began immediately using this CD. There are a number of reasons why I have recommended this CD to all my friends. The primary reason is that though I am still a fairly new practitioner of this particular kriya I'm already seeing numerous positive effects including a pervasive calmness post-listening which continues on into the next day (I listen to the CD every evening all the way through and then go to sleep). In addition, while I used to have occasional unpleasant vivid dreams...so far, those have stopped completely. The voice that guides you through to the yoga nidra state is one I find soothing and pleasant to listen to. The practice of bringing attention to various points of the body also appears to be assisting me in my daily meditative practice as well as helping me during the day keep bringing attention back to any changes of mood or mental states.
I highly recommend others try this CD for themselves and see how the practice and entering into Yoga Nidra assists the practitioner.』
(Help Put Me To Sleep) 『As in everyone this is something that either touches you deeply or helps in other ways.』
(Great Meditation Experience) 『I'm saddened by the "1 star" review on this item. As someone who does a lot of meditation, and a variety of meditations, I enjoy this CD very much. Could I have done it myself? Yes, but that's true of almost every spoken meditation CD. But I didn't.
As someone who meditates frequently, I enjoy this audio CD because it has a variety of meditations, which I can mix up into various length "programs" of different lengths. It's not just the short version, the medium version, and the long version. 』
(Good for guided relaxation) 『As some other reviewers have complained, the voice rather drones, but that isn't the worst thing in the world: who needs an excited guide when looking to relax? Anyway, the guided, point by point relaxation is just what I was looking for, so I'm pretty happy with it. I can fathom better though (e.g. maybe have binaural beats going in the background or some such), so 4 is the best I give this. 』 『This meditation is an authentic rendering of Yoga Nidra as taught in the Himalayas by the masters of Yoga, Vedanta and Tantra. While it is an advanced meditation practice, anyone can start the practice while watching it deepen over time.
Yoga Nidra literally means "Yogic Sleep." In this deep meditation you train your attention to leave the chatter of the Waking state of mind, go past the fantasy of the Dreaming state, and consciously, intentionally enter the stillness of the Deep Sleep state, yet paradoxically remain awake and in deep meditation. For thousands of years the Yogis have used Yoga Nidra to master the art of sleep, to balance the subtle energies, and to experience greater depths of meditation.
The state of conscious Deep Sleep or Yoga Nidra is underneath, behind, or subtler than meditations at either the Waking or Dreaming levels. This subtle state is called "Prajna," which means "supreme knowing." "Pra" means "supreme," and "jna" means "knowing." The conscious experience of this state is a doorway to higher, formless knowing that has been called the infinite library of wisdom and the teacher within.
The depth of authentic Yoga Nidra comes from inner awareness of the levels of your own self, including your body, breath, and the subtler mind, rather than diverting attention through music or inner fantasies (as pleasant as these may be). This inner exploring through self-awareness is a more refined form of meditation that leads you deeper into the stillness and silence of your own being, while remaining fully awake and aware. The Yoga Nidra methods bring you to a place of awareness where you are able to completely let go of any words, thoughts, images, impressions, or pictures in the mind. You are guided to allow your mind to "empty, empty, empty" though you remain fully awake and clear of mind.
The practices on this CD will gently train your ability to direct your own attention, which is the primary skill in the art of meditation. You will find that you are gradually able to use these methods on your own, without the CD, and the benefits will be with you not only during your practice time, but also during the activities of daily life.
The voice will systematically guide you to explore your physical body, then move through 61 specific points within the body, and then practice ascending breath awareness along the body and spine. Your attention will be brought to the space between the eyebrows, then to the throat, and finally to the heart center, where you will go deep into stillness and silence, beyond the activities of the mind.
The Yoga Nidra CD has five tracks. The first track is an introduction (8:02 minutes), describing the state of Yoga Nidra and the practices on the CD. The next four tracks move through four sequential practices that are listened to together, so as to form a complete practice of 57:24 minutes (CD is 65:36 minutes in total). These four tracks can also be listened to individually, as complete practices unto themselves, which allows you to have the benefits of practice when less time is available.』
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Litebooks.net LLC
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (Feedback from REAL TEENS!) 『I know from actual teens that this is an amazing relaxation process! It's very peaceful and understanding. It's very good for teens dealing with anxiety, anger or just everyday stress! It really prepares you for everyday situations by teaching you breathing exercises and affirmations so you know what to do next time you feel stressed or anxious! A real winner!』
(Relaxation cd -average) 『I only listened to it once; it's a christmas present for my two teens. It was ok.』
(Indigo Teen Dreams) 『i have listened to this but have not been able to get my teenage son too. great calming techniques; the cover is more girl friendly though i think...』
(good introduction to meditation) 『My daughter who had been weepy and sleepless, found herself giggling hysterically to this cd the first time I put it on. I considered this a good thing. And although she thought it was dorky (repeating "I am a good person" while she felt terrible caused much laughter), she vowed to do it each night as the relaxation techniques later on the CD worked for her. I listened for a few minutes and thought the affirmations were a bit awkward and the music was a bit dorky. But all in all it's given my teenager a good attitude about meditation and for that I think it's a decent start.』
(Use it everynight for a year) 『Used everynight for about a year now to help my teen sleep. Need I say more. ?』 『Indigo Teen Dreams allows teens to manage stress, anger and anxiety while increasing self-esteem and self-awareness. Teens explore relaxation and stress-management techniques while receiving guided instructions on the techniques of Yoga breathing, visualizations, muscular relaxation and affirmations. This straight forward, easy to follow approach encourages teens to take charge of their own feelings and stress. It provides a safe place where teens can be themselves while not worrying about peer pressure or living up to any ones expectations. It is motivating, encouraging and instructional at the same time! Additional uplifting music sound tracks are provided to further enhance their relaxation experience. These proven techniques provide tools for teens trying to make their way in today s world. Teens are encouraged to make good choices and believe in themselves while managing stress and anger. Great for teens entering Middle School through High School.』
IPhone 3G used's review (The Best Out There!) 『Your children will love Yoga Fitness for Kids Ages 7-12. This is an age appropriate introduction to yoga that teaches children actual poses. What more can I say, this is the best kids yoga video out there! And if you have younger children, check out Yoga Fitness for Kids Ages 3-6.』
(Great stress reliever) 『I have a 9 yr old boy who is decidedly UNflexible, and a 6 yr old daughter who is a natural-born dancer. They both enjoy this video, and certain parts of it are challenging to either one, but not so hard that they feel defeated. I find it relieves stress, but I must add a large part of this comes from their mockery of the teacher and her pronunciation of the position names! I don't find the video particularly girly; there is an older boy on the video, and it does emphasize strength, not just flexibility. It's been a good introduction to yoga, and gets us moving. We enjoy this tape a lot!』
(All my children love this workout) 『I have a 9-year-old boy, a 7-year-old girl, and a 4-year-old boy. All of my children love doing this workout. Even though it is designed for older kids, my 4-year-old still enjoys following along as best he can. My daughter especially likes it, but I was pleasantly surprised that my oldest boy enjoys it too. I really like the instructor--she explains things thoroughly and has a patient but energetic demeanor without being cheesy or patronizing. This was just what I was looking for!』
(fun for all) 『My group of kids ages 6 -11 all love this video. It's a riot to see them all trying the different poses. They ask for this video on an"indoor day"when it is snowing or raining. Even the most awkward kids enjoy trying because it is very low key and presented as a learning experience. They are often surprised at what they can do!!』
(Boring and slick.) 『I've been practicing yoga on and off for about 3 years, and I found this video to be not kid-oriented enough. The set is lush with sweeping curtains, tall windows and chandaliers, the instructor is dressed in a buxom-enhancing babe-like fashion. Her delivery is not fun but patronizing. I'm going to keep searching because my son who is 8 wants to do yoga but found this princess girlie-style video to be completely uninspiring.』
IPhone 3G used's review (Really intentense Yoga by Jane) 『I got this tape as a present for my birthday.I think it is a really good yoga tape.Jane Fonda really makes yoga fun and easy.This tape is ideal for experienced yoga people as it is for non-yoga people. Jane Fonda goes through every move very carefully.I felt really realxed and stretched out after this tape.It is real good stress reducing tape.It is really good for flexibility.Jane`s Sun Salutation routine really gets the flexibility going.After you are none with this tape you will feel great.It is actually one of my favorite yoga tapes.Really good for people who don`t know about yoga and want to start doing it.It is also good for people who do alot of stregth training and aerobics.I guarantee you`ll love this yoga routine.』
(An awesome intro to yoga - if only there was a DVD!) 『"Jane Fonda's Yoga Exercise Workout" is one of the first exercise videos I bought, and it's still one of my favorites!
Jane starts out with a 20-minute stretching/toning routine that consists of a number of different poses. Next, she focuses on the Sun Salutation and leads you through a 15-minute segment based on the one sequence. She starts with the easiest variation of the routine, and gradually increases the intensity. Experienced yoga practitioners can repeat Level 3 (the most difficult level) three times, while beginners can stick to Level 1 (the easiest level). Throughout the segment, she repeats her demonstration of the lower levels for newbies. Jane finishes with a 15-minute relaxation routine. While some people might enjoy this section the most, I generally skip it.
Since beginning yoga, I've bought a number of other yoga instructionals, all on DVD; "Jane Fonda's Yoga Exercise Workout" is the only VHS tape I own. As much as I like the workout, as well as Jane's easygoing teaching style, I don't use the tape as much as I should. I just don't find the VHS tape as convenient as the DVDs, which usually have short segments that you can easily navigate through (many even let you customize your own workout). It would be great if they released "Jane Fonda's Yoga Exercise Workout" on a DVD format (hint, hint, guys!). Other than this minor complaint, though, I'd definitely recommend "Jane Fonda's Yoga Exercise Workout" to beginners and intermediates alike (advanced users might want to stick to some of Rodney Yee's more difficult workouts).
- Kelly Garbato』
(Jane Fonda: Yoga Exercise Workout) 『In this tape, Jane Fonda gives a basic introduction to each of the difficult yoga poses in the Sun Salutation before going into the full Salutation. The tape offers three levels, thus bringing this particular series of poses into the range of even the beginning student. It is one of the best tutorials I have come across for this demanding but rewarding exercise.』
(A Wonderful Introduction to Yoga) 『"Jane Fonda's Yoga Exercise Workout"is not only the most wonderful introduction to Yoga, but it makes you want to come back for more. Although I work out several times a week, I am new to Yoga, and was absolutly amazed at how I felt after just the first class. It gave me energy, improved my balance(when you get to be a"certain age", these things start to dwindle), and left me feeling like I'd done a real workout.Even my abs felt it!
Jane encouragingly guides you through the three segments of this tape. In the first segment she takes you through the most gentle yet invigorating 20 minutes of stretching and toning in which you will also be introduced to the movements and the terminology. There are times when the level of movement is increased, but Jane reminds us to just do the level we feel most comfortable with and there are insets showing the different levels we can follow.
In the next segment you'll be learning the Yoga Sun Salutation. It is a progressive routine that picks up the pace as it goes along, but again Jane let's you know it's okay to go at your own pace. This segment lasts about 15 minutes, but it's a truly effective program.
The last 15 minutes may be the most wonderful 15 minutes you can spend in a day. The time is spent strictly on relaxation techniques, that will make you feel wonderful as well as relieve stress. This is a section that you can do anytime you feel the need, as no warm up is required.
I have had this tape some time now, and although it took me a few times before I completed the whole tape, each time I used it I felt a renewed energy and good about myself. Five stars to Jane and this class for turining me from a skeptic to a believer. I started out adding this just once a week to my work out program, I now incorporate it twice weekly and I really look foward to those days. It's truly a great workout for any age.
I also think you can't go wrong for the price. If it's something you've been wanting to try, you can do it without investing too much, and after a while if you decide you want to move on to a more powerful workout, this tape has given you a great start!
What a Feeling!...enjoy...Laurie』
(Gentle, Yet Effective) 『This was the first yoga workout tape I ever bought. At first when I started doing it, I had to keep looking at the tv to make sure I was doing the moves right. But I after did it several times, I got to where I could do it without having to look at the tv. In fact, she says you will get to where you can do it just by following her voice. She gives excellent cues for each move and breathing. I do this workout at least once a week and have really increased my felxiblity. I really love stretching exercises, and this is an excellent whole body stretch. I love the way she has you flow from one position to another. It's almost as if it is all one move. Great for anyone that is just beginning in yoga, or for someone that has been doing yoga for awhile and wants a nice change of pace.』 『It was probably inevitable that Jane Fonda, who played such a defining role in the aerobics boom of the 1980s, would be on the yoga train as well when it started rolling in the 1990s. And on this tape (recorded in 1993), she does a good job of it. The focus is on the "sun salutation," a connected series of poses that builds strength, flexibility, and balance, and with repeated practice this offers what Fonda calls "an excellent full-body workout." The program is divided into three sections, any one of which can be practiced on its own. The first breaks down the various poses comprising the sun salute, while the second is devoted to several repetitions of the salute itself; three variations are offered, two incorporating some of Fonda's own techniques and one that's closer to the "classical" or "Series C" salutation. The final section (which might actually be a better place to prepare for your practice than to finish it) focuses on relaxation and breathing. Fonda's manner is brisk, but her instructions are clear and concise, and while the tape isn't especially difficult, it should prove challenging enough for beginners and most intermediates.--Kelly Welldon』
IPhone 3G used's review (Pleased with purchase) 『At first I thought this video might be "too slow" (I am used to a regular and more vigorous Ashtanga practice) but I've come to really enjoy and look forward to the slower pace and very focused strength building postures. As I go through pregnancy, I am coming to find - everyday is not the same. I choose this on a day when I want to move mindfully and more gently. This is a good video to have in a collection and I use it frequently. Shiva does a good job explaining postures in detail and offering modifications depending where you are in your pregnancy.』
(rewarding video) 『I ordered this video in my 6th month to help with back and hip pain I was developing as a result of the pregnancy. I have honestly only used the video a few times due to my own lack of motivation but every time I do I feel great. I love how there are actually pregnant women in the video to follow depending on your stage of pregnancy. The moves are slow and comfortable and there is no need for fancy equipment. I just wish I had the motivation and drive to do this more often because the reward is great. I feel relaxed and energized at the end but most importantly, I feel comfortable which means alot!』
(the best prenatal yoga DVD) 『Amazing, inspiring, refreshing class!!! Being pregnant is a sacred experience, doing yoga connect our physical body with our spiritual one, at the same time it help us to give the best quality oxygen to our baby and hug him with our soul! great gift!!!!』
(nice gentle prenatal yoga exercises) 『I was looking for a prenatal yoga routine that would not be too exhausting, yet give my body the stretch and tone it needs. This DVD is just that. It is nice to have the three ladies on the DVD displaying modifications for each trimester. You need a blanket, chair, block, and strap for different exercises and modifications. There is no need to buy special items, you can just use things from around the house to make it work! I like how Shiva stresses to not overdo any poses, only what is comfortable for you. The first few times I watched/did the tape, I payed quite a bit of attention to the poses. I would suggest after that to try not to watch the tape so closely and focus on your breathing, which has seemed to help me transition from pose to pose more smoothly. I have minimal experience with yoga, am 28, first time mom,and an average weight/muscle tone...if that helps get a better idea of where I am coming from. Also, I can't forget to mention the guided relaxation at the end...is AMAZING! I wish it was a little bit longer, but it is a nice treat. I highly recommend this DVD!』
(Prenatal Yoga with love) 『I think this is an excellent Prenatal yoga dvd. I love how there are 3 women in the dvd that portray all the different trimesters. This is very beneficial for the pregnant woman that is home doing yoga alone. Plus, the dvd is also broken down in segments so that the student can do the practice for only 15 minutes if she chooses to do so. I also highly recommed Wai Lana yoga for prenatal yoga. Either way, Shiva Rea give her heart to this practice and I'm sure that is comforting to anyone who's pregant and practicing yoga. TAMARA'S YOGA FUSION』 『The best thing about this prenatal yoga program is that there is a model for each trimester. Instructor Shiva Rea demonstrates each of the stretches and exercises for the first trimester, and two pregnant women show modifications for the second and third trimesters (they're even dressed in different colors for easy reference). This removes the self-doubt home-exercisers often have about the safety of certain moves--especially in that cumbersome final stage of pregnancy. Using gentle voice-over instruction, Rea and her assistants take viewers through a half hour of meditational stretches using blocks and chairs for support. She follows that up with 16 minutes of floor work: lunge pose, bridge pose, child's pose, plank pose--all with the necessary adjustments. She winds things up with a four-minute guided relaxation on her back--the traditional position--with the second-trimester woman on her side and the third on her side with one leg up on a chair. By including the different adaptations, Rea has made a program with the flexibility to carry an expectant mom through her entire pregnancy--and beyond, if she wishes.--Kimberly Heinrichs』
IPhone 3G used's review (Cup hooks and wire?) 『Hanging a plain wire from small "cup" hooks is not what I consider a hanging lantern. Looks kinda okie. Not sure if it would even meet code to hang a wire as they suggest. You would have to spend another $15 for chain and decent looking hooks to make it presentable. This is only half of a hanging lantern. really a ripoff. What you get is a light socket attached to a wire and plug, two cheap "cup" hooks and the paper shade.』
(Perfect!) 『The lantern came carefully packaged and arrived quickly! I would definitely buy from this source again. Thank you!』
