BKS Iyengar on Health & Healing - Tree of Yoga | Yoga Readers

Welcome to another enlightening session of 'Yoga Readers,' where we explore B.K.S. Iyengar's 'The Tree of Yoga.' In this fourth session, we examine Part 3, which focuses on the relationship between yoga and health, revealing Iyengar's nuanced understanding of healing as a beneficial byproduct of dedicated practice.

This enriching discussion explores how Iyengar approached therapeutic applications of yoga while maintaining its deeper spiritual purpose. Our session delves into his practical wisdom about teaching methodology and the importance of individualized approaches to healing through yoga.

Key insights from our session include:
• The distinction between yoga as a healing art versus a purely therapeutic science
• The importance of proper sequencing and careful observation in therapeutic applications
• Iyengar's approach to women's practice, particularly during menstruation and pregnancy
• The concept of working from the periphery toward affected areas in therapeutic practice
• The balance between innovation and tradition in Iyengar's teaching methodology

Dr. Agi Wittich, a scholar and practitioner with two decades of experience, guides this discussion, bringing together academic research and practical insights. With a PhD focusing on Iyengar Yoga and gender from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, she helps bridge traditional teachings with contemporary understanding.

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This community is perfect for:
• Yoga practitioners seeking deeper understanding of therapeutic applications
• Teachers interested in developing their understanding of Iyengar's methodology
• Students wanting to explore the intersection of traditional wisdom and modern practice
• Anyone interested in the historical development of yoga as a healing art

Join us as we explore how Iyengar's teachings continue to influence contemporary yoga practice, making profound wisdom accessible through practical experience while maintaining the spiritual depth of the tradition.

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