Study Guides:
Honoring Natural Rhythms
Be familiar with the significance of the rhythms of nature and how to use an inclusive and non-threatening approach in teaching subjects that may relate to astrological, symbolic or energetic themes …
Seasonal Yoga Introduction
Be familiar with how the earth’s axis and its relationship to the sun create seasons in the northern and southern hemispheres, and the philosophy of Seasonal Yoga …
Spring
Be familiar with the qualities of spring and an approach for attuning to the energy and bringing balance during that time of year …
Summer
Be familiar with the qualities of summer and an approach for attuning to the energy and bringing balance during that time of year …
Autumn
General Qualities of Autumn Autumn brings decreasing light and temperatures, and deciduous trees and plants shed leaves. Animals begin to prepare for winter by storing food and/or fattening. The fall season often brings changes in weather and schedule as well as increased mental stimulation. Cyndi Lee highlights here that Autumn often brings opportunities for sharing and heart-opening with Thanksgiving, homecoming parties, back to school, and work with colleagues. Readings & Inspiration A TIME FOR DELIBERATE, NATURAL UNWINDING As you come off the hotter, fiery months of summer, days become shorter and winds become crisper. The leaves start to turn, and the dead ones fall away. Rather than fighting to hold on to them, the trees let them go, with faith that after a period of rest, new growth will appear. So too should you embrace the cycle of letting go, rest, and rejuvenation as the year churns onward. Rather than …
Winter
Be familiar with the qualities of winter and an approach for attuning to the energy and bringing balance during that time of year …