Moving Inward (The Journey to Meditation)

Details : 

Publisher : The Himalayan Institute Press
Author : Rolf Sovik, Psy.D.
Language : English
Pages: 220 (58 B/W Illustrations)
Cover: Paperback
Dimension : 21.5 cm X 14 cm
Weight : 320 gm
Edition : 2013
ISBN : 9780893892470

About the Book

 
What is meditation? What is to be gained from it? And what is the connection between meditation, asana postures, and other yogic practices? These are complex questions and surprisingly difficult ones to answer. But author Rolf Sovik, Psy.D., has done a superb job of communicating both the practical aspects and the philosophical foundations of that powerful shift in consciousness we call meditation.

Taken as a whole, the book guides you, with patience and understanding, through the various stages of the inward journey. You will learn how to:
Establish a steady posture that leads to a feeling of stillness
Develop deep, diaphragmatic breathing
Relax systematically
Establish breath awareness in the nostrils
Use a mantra to refine your inner focus

Whether you're a novice or an advanced student, you will appreciate Sovik's rich and often startling insights into the mystery of meditation. And you'll walk away with a clearer understanding of why you should undertake this journey.

"Moving Inward is a clear, seamless entry into the eight classical limbs of yoga... New and understandable insights on breathing, relaxation, and meditation ... Excellent and informative ... Highly recommended for students and teachers alike." -Lilias Folan, author Lilias! Yoga Gets Better With Age.

About the Author

"Rolf Sovik, one of America's few true authorities on the subject, has created a remarkable resource. Beginners, as well as experienced meditators, will be illumined by Moving Inward its wisdom, clarity, precision, and scope. Reading Moving Inward I experienced doing just that - moving inward and being reminded of the joy and peace that await a still mind." -Rod Stryker, founder of Pure Yoga