yoga meditation and philosophy with Lynn Fraser
in the Himalayan Tradition of H.H. Sri Swami Rama

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Month 5:   

Readings:

¨      Science of Breath, Chapter 4, “Portal to Higher Awareness, the Science of Breath”

¨      YI Reprint, “Bhastrika & Kapalabhati“

 Practice:

¨      Daily practice of ten minutes – your choice of practices from the first four months

¨      During the month, read and experiment with Kapalabhati so you have a basic understanding of the practice. Daily Practice for first two weeks of 5 to 10 minutes – resting as needed to stay within you r capacity.

¨      During the month, read and experiment with Bhastrika so you have a basic understanding of the practice. Daily Practice for second two weeks of 5 to 10 minutes – resting as needed to stay within you r capacity.

¨      Journal for five minutes a week on your observations about this practice

 Conclusion of five months of pranayama practice:

¨      Review your journals from the last five months.  Contemplate and journal on your experiences.