How I Used Yoga to Bring Creativity Into

How I Used Yoga to Bring Creativity Into my Life Lydia Filgis ENGL 2089

Introduction ● In the first part of this assignment I explored yoga’s effects on my creativity. ● I had a higher average of creativity on days I did practice yoga.

What is Yoga ● Yoga is a collection of practices ● Personal, community, physical, and spiritual ● The best know is physical

Hatha Yoga ● This is the physical practice ● There are many different variations of physical yoga ● Hatha yoga attempts to connect body and breath

Benefits ● Physical Benefits ● Stress relief ● Emotional regulation

Creative Benefits ● Creative boosts ● Confidence in work ● Motivation to work

How I Started my Practice ● Find an instructor that you like ● Show up when you need to ● Do not beat yourself up

Fundamental Postures ● There are 1, 000 s of poses ● There a handful of very common poses ● There are many variations to these poses

Do Not Attempt Without Consulting a Medical Professional First!

Savasana- Corpse Pose

Mountain

Table Top Position

Downward dog

Child’s Pose

Forward fold

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