Asana means to become that you which you are going to practice. It is not make believe, it is not mimicking, it is not performance, rigidity, adamancy, challenge or an accomplishment. 11 steps to do the abhyasa (practice) of an asana so that one may become that which one is practicing.
"Just go and apply haldi/ turmeric!" - my mother often said when there was a cut, injury, pain or ache.
We all have heard about turmeric and its healing properties. What was known to Indian cuisine as a culinary and medicinal secret is now known to the world.
How much Ayurveda should I learn as a Yoga teacher?
It is not the question of quantity, subject and requirement. Think of it as if you are asking which eye should I see from. You need both!! Yoga and Ayurveda are inseparable. Ayurvedic wisdom was revealed to the Rishis (seers) in deep meditative state. Both Yoga and Ayurveda have the same goal- to remove suffering and union with the Self.
