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Marilyn Haifa – Extreme Yin Yoga: Exploring the Power of Energy and Mindfulness

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In this episode of the Native Yoga Toddcast, Todd interviews Marilyn Haifa, a professional yoga teacher and practitioner. Marilyn shares her journey into yoga, starting with her first Bikram yoga class in San Diego, where she immediately felt a deep connection to the practice. 

She discusses the importance of grounding and finding purpose in the body and how yoga has helped her achieve that. Marilyn also talks about her introduction to meridian yoga therapy and the impact it has had on her teaching and personal practice. She explains the concept of energy in yoga and how it can be harnessed and controlled through breath and movement. 

The episode concludes with a discussion on the benefits of chanting and the incorporation of acupressure points in yoga practice.

Visit Marilyn on her website: https://yogarx4life.com/
Follow her on IG @marilyn_haifa https://www.instagram.com/marilyn_haifa/?hl=en

Key Takeaways:

  • Marilyn Haifa discovered her love for yoga during her first Bikram yoga class and immediately felt at home on her mat.
  • Yoga has helped Marilyn find grounding and purpose in her body, allowing her to connect with her spirituality on a deeper level.
  • Meridian yoga therapy has been a transformative practice for Marilyn, helping her understand the energy flow within the body and how to facilitate release and relief through yoga poses and acupressure points.
  • Chanting is a powerful practice that can create a vibrational shift within the body and mind, leading to a deeper connection to oneself and the universe.
  • Extreme yin yoga, as taught by Marilyn, involves holding poses for longer periods, allowing practitioners to go beyond physical sensations and observe their minds, leading to a deeper understanding of oneself.

Native Yoga Toddcast: Exploring the Depths of Yoga with Marilyn Haifa

Exploring the Depths of Yoga

In the Native Yoga Toddcast episode featuring Marilyn Haifa, we delve into her yoga journey and the transformative power of energy in yoga. Marilyn is a professional yoga teacher who has dedicated her life to sharing the practice with others. With over 15 classes a week, she has honed her skills and developed a deep understanding of the mind-body connection.

Marilyn’s yoga journey began with a Bikram yoga class 14 years ago in San Diego. From the moment she stepped onto her mat, she felt an immediate connection and knew she had found her calling. This initial experience sparked a love for yoga that has only grown stronger over the years.

The Power of Energy in Yoga

As Marilyn continued to practice and teach yoga, she became increasingly aware of the energy flowing through her body. She delved into the study of meridians and acupressure points, incorporating this knowledge into her teachings. Marilyn’s understanding of energy has evolved over time, becoming more refined and controlled.

Through her own personal healing and clearing, Marilyn has developed a deep trust in the power of energy in yoga. She has learned to control and direct this energy, creating clarity and transformation within herself. This understanding has also allowed her to guide her students in tapping into their own energy and experiencing the benefits of yoga on a deeper level.

Extreme Yin Yoga Workshop

Marilyn’s upcoming workshop, Extreme Yin Yoga, aims to take practitioners to new depths in their practice. The term “extreme” refers to the longer holds in yin poses, challenging practitioners to watch their minds and go beyond their comfort zones. Marilyn believes that by holding poses for longer periods, practitioners can tap into the deeper layers of their being and experience true release and transformation.

In addition to the longer holds, Marilyn incorporates meridian slapping activation techniques in her workshop. These techniques awaken the yang energy in the body, preparing it for the deep release and opening that comes with the yin poses. By combining these techniques with the extreme yin practice, Marilyn creates a powerful and transformative experience for her students.

Conclusion

Marilyn Haifa’s journey in yoga has led her to a deep understanding of the power of energy in the practice. Through her own exploration and self-study, she has developed a refined and controlled connection to this energy, allowing her to guide her students in experiencing the transformative effects of yoga.

Her upcoming workshop, Extreme Yin Yoga, offers practitioners the opportunity to dive deeper into their practice and explore the depths of their being. By incorporating longer holds and meridian slapping activation techniques, Marilyn creates a space for true release and transformation.

If you’re ready to take your yoga practice to the next level and explore the power of energy within, don’t miss Marilyn Haifa’s Extreme Yin Yoga workshop. It’s an opportunity to connect with your body, mind, and spirit on a deeper level and experience the true essence of yoga.

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John Denney – Enhancing Athletic Performance With Meditation And The Harmony Exercises

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John Denney is the Minister of Unity of Jupiter and a coach for Olympic-level athletes. He has been practicing The Harmony Exercise, a meditation technique, since 1985. John is also a paddleboarding enthusiast and has had the opportunity to surf with some of the world’s best surfers, including Laird Hamilton and Kelly Slater.

Visit John on his website: https://theharmonyexercise.com/
Also on his website: https://john-denney.com/

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Key Takeaways:

  • Unity Church is a metaphysical Christian church that focuses on practical Christianity and the application of spiritual principles in daily life.
  • The Harmony Exercise is a meditation technique that helps control the body’s physiology through conscious breathing and positive thinking.
  • Most athletes struggle with controlling their temper and tension, but learning to regulate their breath and thoughts can improve their performance.
  • In surfing and other sports, being in a state of flow and surrendering to the power of nature can lead to peak performance.
  • Daily practice and finding inner peace are essential for personal growth and making a positive impact on the world.

Native Yoga Toddcast: A Journey to Harmony and Self-Improvement

Welcome to Native Yoga Toddcast, where we bring you inspirational speakers in the field of yoga, massage, bodywork, and beyond. In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting John Denney, the Minister of Unity of Jupiter. John is a dedicated practitioner of the Harmony Exercise, a meditation technique he has been practicing for over seven years. He is also a paddleboarding enthusiast and a coach for Olympic-level athletes. Join us as we delve into John’s journey, his insights, and the strategies he employs to help individuals achieve their highest potential.

The Path to Unity Church

John’s journey to becoming the Minister of Unity of Jupiter began with a vision he had for the position. He had been a guest speaker at the church for about a year and had always been drawn to its teachings. After serving on the board for many years and receiving positive feedback from the congregation, he decided to give it a try. Unity Church is a metaphysical Christian denomination that focuses on practical Christianity and the application of spiritual principles in everyday life. John believes that religion should help individuals navigate their relationships, business, and personal challenges, and Unity Church provides a platform for this practical approach to spirituality.

The Harmony Exercise: A Path to Self-Improvement

John’s daily meditation practice, known as the Harmony Exercise, has been a cornerstone of his life since 1985. This meditation technique was taught to him by a man named Carl Writer, who was an astrologer to the stars. The Harmony Exercise involves a 12-minute meditation that focuses on physical and mental relaxation, conscious breathing, and the cultivation of positive thoughts. John and his wife, Barry, have been practicing this meditation together since they first learned it, and it has become a foundation of their marriage.

The Harmony Exercise has had a profound impact on John’s life. He has experienced significant improvements in his physical and mental health, including weight loss and reduced stress levels. He has also noticed a shift in his relationship with alcohol, as his focus on health and well-being became more important than his desire for alcohol. Through his daily practice, John has cultivated a sense of inner peace and happiness that has positively influenced every aspect of his life.

Coaching Olympic-Level Athletes: Controlling Temper and Tension

As a coach for Olympic-level athletes, John has observed a common stumbling block that many athletes face: the inability to control their temper and tension. He believes that most people have never learned how to control their emotions and thoughts effectively. Through his coaching, John teaches athletes the importance of conscious breathing, positive thinking, and emotional regulation. By learning to control their physiology and redirect their thoughts, athletes can perform at their peak and achieve greater success.

John emphasizes the power of conscious breathing in controlling tension and temper. By taking slow, deep breaths, individuals can activate their parasympathetic nervous system, which promotes relaxation and reduces stress. This simple technique can have a profound impact on an athlete’s performance and overall well-being. John also encourages athletes to replace negative thoughts with positive affirmations, as this can shift their mindset and improve their mental state.

The Power of Choice and Unity

John believes that unity and common ground are essential in today’s divided world. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing that we are all moving in the same direction, regardless of our religious or cultural backgrounds. Unity Church incorporates teachings from various religions and emphasizes the common principles found in all faiths. John encourages individuals to choose love over hate and to focus on creating harmony in their relationships and interactions with others.

The Legacy of Harmony and Self-Improvement

As John embarks on his role as the Minister of Unity of Jupiter, he hopes to inspire individuals to cultivate inner peace, happiness, and harmony. His goal is to help individuals become light bearers who radiate positivity and make a difference in the world. John believes that by focusing on personal growth and self-improvement, individuals can create a ripple effect that positively impacts their families, communities, and the world at large.

In conclusion, John Denney’s journey to harmony and self-improvement is a testament to the power of daily practice and the pursuit of inner peace. Through his dedication to the Harmony Exercise and his coaching of Olympic-level athletes, John has witnessed the transformative effects of conscious breathing, positive thinking, and emotional regulation. His role as the Minister of Unity of Jupiter allows him to share these teachings with a wider audience and inspire individuals to live a life of harmony and happiness. By choosing love over hate and focusing on personal growth, individuals can create a positive impact on the world and leave a lasting legacy of unity and self-improvement.

Note: This article is based on a transcript from the Native Yoga Toddcast episode featuring John Denney. All quotes are verbatim and directly from the transcript.

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How has Yoga Improved your Health?

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Day 6 – No Shave Yoga Event – #yogabeardsunite – How has Yoga Improved your Health?
During this month we are focussing on men’s health. No Shave November is in large part about raising our awareness about health in general with emphasis on early detection of cancer. The money we are raising is with the intention of helping in the research process. In the case of the donations that go to St. Jude Children’s Hospital the support helps children with cancer and to also support the family members taking care of the children. In general the idea is to help those that are in need of it.
Often yoga is perceived as a practice that can help to improve one’s health. The benefits associated with hatha(postural awareness) yoga exercise are numerous. Pranayama(breathing practice) is incredible for strengthening the nervous system and meditation has untold positive effect on our overall health and well being.
How has yoga helped your health? When I reflect on how yoga has helped me I don’t know where to begin. I often feel that the practice of yoga, beyond improving health, has helped my understand of what health is and to see the integration of all the aspects of my being into a unified whole. By opening our perspective to the possibilities of the health we can experience through yoga practice, I feel that practice itself becomes the definition of health. No matter where we are in our state of being, whether we feel healthy or not, yoga can help us to come to terms with reality. Cultivating clear perception can help us make the most of the given situation we find ourselves in. Moment by moment we take steps forward toward peace, health and wellness by cultivating acceptance. 
No Shave Yoga Event is a group of yoga teachers who have banded together to help spread the word, grow hairy, raise money and inspire health through the practice of yoga. Our fundraising team is called Yoga Beards Unite and we aim to raise at least $1500 by the end of November. Please help us achieve our goal by donating to our team page at https://www.no-shave.org/team/yogabeardsunite. When you post on social media please tag us to show your support and share your story to help us in our endeavor. Together we can make a difference! @adampolhemusyoga @brianmilleryoga @davidmiliotis @gregnardi @juankgalan @nativeyoga @willduprey