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Category: Kunga Yoga Theme

January 2021 Kunga Theme: Saucha-Cleanliness

Patanjali, considered to be the “Father Of Yoga” teaches the “Yamas & Niyamas” as the first two limbs of yoga’s eight limbed path in The  “Yoga Sutras.” The “Yamas” are taught as yogic practices that we observe towards others. The “Niyamas” are taught as yogic practices that we observe towards our self. The first Niyama […]

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December 2020 Kunga Theme: 10 Minutes of Savasana

“There is more to life than increasing its speed.”  -Mohandas K. Gandhi Relaxation is one of the primary benefits of a hatha yoga practice, as well as one of the sweet gifts of life itself. When our body and mind are relaxed and at ease, we can function optimally, allowing a balanced, calm and harmonious […]

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November 2020 Kunga Theme: Expressing Gratitude through the NVC Model

The intention of this month’s Kunga theme is to learn to express gratitude using the model for appreciation within the methods of “Nonviolent Communication”.  Nonviolent Communication was developed by psychologist Dr. Marshall Rosenberg. The NVC model is a concrete set of tools that help us to manifest mindfulness in our lives. Practicing Nonviolent Communication relates […]

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October 2020 Kunga Theme: Volunteering

The Kunga Yoga Inspiration of the month is volunteering. The heart of Kunga Yoga lies in approaching yoga as a path of service, with opportunities to view our personal practice as a time for self-inquiry and growth, so that we are more available to then serve others. All Kunga Yoga programs work to raise awareness […]

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September 2021 Kunga Theme: The Power of Positive Thinking!

Our Kunga Yoga theme for this month is the power of positive thinking=optimism! Inspiration for this month’s theme is rooted in the motto of the Special Olympics: “It’s all about attitude!”  Over 50 years ago, a book called The Power of Positive Thinking became an immediate best-seller. The author Dr. Normal Vincent Peale, offered a […]

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August 2020 Kunga Theme: ABC’s of Yoga

Back To School! As yoga practitioners in the west, we learn much about asana, the spine, the benefits of the physical practice to our cardiovascular, respiratory, & nervous systems. As we work to learn, integrate and share the benefits of our practice off the mat, from a spiritual heart – one of service – it […]

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July 2020 Kunga Theme: 10 Minutes of Pranayama!

Wilmington Yoga Center’s Kunga theme of the month is 10 Minutes of Pranayama! Controlling the power of the breath is the technique of pranayama. ”Prana” is the Sanskrit word for life force. This is the energy that exists everywhere and is manifested in each of us through the breath, but prana isn’t exactly the same […]

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June 2020 Kunga Theme: Motivation to Serve!

Wilmington Yoga’s Kunga theme of the month is Motivation to Serve! Motivation is a powerful tool for creating lasting personal change and for serving others. The extent to which we can sustain our motivation determines whether or not we realize our life goals for ourselves, and our goals for serving our family, our community, our […]

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May 2020 Kunga Theme: Aparigraha

Wilmington Yoga Center’s Kunga theme of the month is Aparigraha! Aparigraha is the concept of non-possessiveness or non-coveting. The term usually elicits the thought of limiting possessions to what is necessary and important. Aparigraha is the Sanskrit word for greedlessness. It comes from the word parigraha, which means reaching out for something and claiming it for […]

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April 2020 Kunga Theme: Serving the Planet!

In honor of spring and Earth Day, April’s Kunga theme is serving our planet! Suggestions for inspiring your students: Taking your class outside if possible! Sun Salutations facing windows if possible Music with positive messages about the earth! Ex: What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong Earth Practice Theme – Hip Openers, Seated Periods of […]

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