I started teaching yoga because a friend of mine caught dengue fever.
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This is Ashtanga Yoga Tech Support. Real questions from the yoga community, answered. The Question I’ve been practicing Ashtanga for about 3–4 years now, usually 5 days a week. During practice I often do the asanas with my eyes closed or with a very soft minimal gaze. My drishti is usually intensely around the third eye area, and the navel and at the tip of the nose depending on the posture. After practice I often experience a very intense, laser-like focus. It almost feels like a powerful, concentrated energy.
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Becoming a teacher isn’t just about mastering postures—it’s about something harder to measure.
In this episode, MJH delves into the methods of qualification for an Ashtanga Yoga teacher, contrasting traditional practices with modern approaches. Hall discusses the historical context of authorization by Patabi the current certification processes. He highlights issues with evaluation models, explaining the benefits of a non-linear understanding of system dynamics over linear assessments. Hall shares personal experiences, including conflicts in teaching methods, and emphasizes the importance of ethical frameworks and personal growth for both teachers and students in Ashtanga Yoga.
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Concepts: Svadhyaya · Dharma · Tapas · Ethics
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