Somayog – a method of relaxation, prevention, therapy and personal growth
Journal Title: Complementary & Alternative Medicine in Science - Year 2013, Vol 1, Issue 2
Abstract
Somayog is one of the most recent holistic methods combining the ancient practice of hatha yoga with contemporary Western techniques such as McKenzie method, Alexander Technique or Somatics. The Somayog practice is based on simple exercises, however performed in such a way so as to fully restore a practitioner’s contact with his or her own body. The heightened mindfulness indispensable to identify body’s needs and reactions helps not only to change injurious movement habits but also to restore harmony in emotional, spiritual and mental spheres, thus becoming an important factor of personal growth. In this paper the author presents an outline of the Somayog method based on her own experience as a Somayog therapist. Referring to the latest scientific publications she also analyses research areas within yoga which can be employed in future experimental research dedicated to Somayog.
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Inga Schorowska
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