Sister Science Lesson 7
Exploring Ayurveda & Pranayama

Lesson Objectives

Aligning your pranayama practice to seasonal changes requires only minor adjustments, but the overall effect can be significant. Explore skillful ways to harmonize your body and mind throughout the year. Befriend the doshas and breathe new life into your practice!

In this lesson we’ll explore the Ayurvedic qualities of your pranayama practice.  You will learn how to choose practices that are best suited to your unique needs and Ayurvedic composition.

1. Listen to the Audio Lesson
2. Complete the Pranayama & Ayurveda worksheet
3. Complete the Journal Activity
4. Complete the Challenge
5. Share your insights in our Yoga Veda Community

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Journal Activity

Do you currently have a Pranayama practice? If so, please describe your practice.

How will your new view of Ayurveda modify your pranayama practice?

What qualities do you want to nurture in your practice of Pranayama?

Challenge Assignment

Short Essay:: Choose 2 – 3 Pranayama practices that you are familiar with and research the Ayurvedic effects of each.  Write a short description of the doshic benefits of practice.  Be sure to include how your view of each practice has changed based on their doshic components.

Submit your essay to homework@yogavedainstitute.com for feedback and share your insights, questions and comments inside the Yoga Veda Community for peer-to-peer support.

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Bonus Video

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