SYNOPSIS
The present book
introduces us intelligently to the basic breathing
practices and describes the fundamental aspects of
their psycho-physiology. this is meant for the
people who are following a hectic life in the world
of constant and fast changing surroundings. This
will help to experience with their own breath
consciously ot bring a harmonious balance in their
constitution of the body, mind and soul and thereby
getting tranquility, inner satisfaction and
confidence in their life.
This way prove
panacea to people who are weary of their restless
activities and longing for inner peace, an inborn
desire of the soul, a spiritual heritage of human
beings. Further it may help to build a bridge
between the internal and external life to maintain
balance and harmony in between positive and negative
aspects of life.
Contents:
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgement
List of Figures and Charts
Chapter I
PHYSIOLOGY OF BREATHING
I-1 Respiratory Physiology
I-2 Lung Volumes and Capacities
I-3 Breathing Patterns
I-4 Airways
I-5 Dynamics of Breathing Mechanism
I-6 Neural Regulation of Breathing Cycle.
I-7 Difference in Breathing Aspects between Exercise
and Pranayama
Conclusion of Chapter I
Chapter II
YOGA - THE BASIS OF PRANAYAMA
II-1 Path of Yoga
II-2 Classification of Yoga
II-3 Eight Disciplines of Astanga Yoga
II-3.1 Yama (Controlling)
II-3.2 Niyama (Rules and Disciplines)
II-3.3 Asanas (Physical Postures)
II-3.4 Pranayama (Yogic Breathing
Process)
II-3.5 Pratyahara (Withdraw)
II-3.6 Dharana (Conceived
Concentration)
II-3.7 Dhyana (Meditation)
II-3.8 Samadhi (Union with the
Absolute)
II-4 Hatha Yoga
II-5 Kundalini Yoga
II-6 Mantra Yoga
Conclusion of Chapter II
Chapter III
PRANA-THE ESSENCE OF BREATH IS THE FUNDAMENTAL
SOURCE OF PRANAYAMA
III-1 Definition of Pranayama
III-2 Existence and Aspects of Prana
III-3 Pranayama, the Healing Potentials
III-4 Different Forms of Prana
III-5 The Value of Pranayama Conclusion of Chapter
III
Chapter IV
BASIC PREPARATIONS PRIOR TO PRANAYAMA PRACTICES
IV-1 Sitting Principles
IV-2 Breathing Principles
IV-3 Mental Foresight and Preparation
IV-4 Physical Conditions
IV-5 Place and Time of Practice
IV-6 Clothing
IV-7 Nutrition
IV-8 Hints and Preventions
Chapter V
VARIATIONS OF PRANAYAMA AND HOW THEY ARE
PERFORMED
V-1 Relation in Breathing Sequences to
Inhalation-Breath Holding-Exhalation
V-2 Additional Techniques Used in Pranayama
Practices
V-2.1 Mudras
V-2.2 Bandhas
V-2.3 Kumbhaka
V-2.4 Shavasana
V-3 Bija Mantra
V-4 Pranayama Disciplines and Their Performances
V-4.1 Basic Practice to Become Familiar
with the Timing Ratios
V-4.2 Ujjayi Pranayama
V-4.3 Alternating Breathing
V-4.4 Viloma Pranayama, Intermittent
Respirations
V-4.5 Anuloma Pranayama
V-4.6 Pratiloma Pranayama
V-4.7 Kapalabhati Pranayama
V-4.8 Bhastrika Pranayama
V-4.9 Shitali Pranayama
V-4.10 Shitakari Pranayama
V-4.11 Bhramari Pranayama
V-4.12 Murchha and Plavini Pranayama
V-4.13 Surya Bheda Pranayama
V-4.14 Chandra Bheda Pranayama
V-4.15 Pranayama Processes for the
Purification of Astral Nerves Towards the Spiritual
Attuement
V-4.16 Pranayama on Basic Elements
V-4.17 Nature Pranayama Conclusion of
Chapter V
Chapter VI
KUNDALINI: The Dormant Cosmic Energy in Human
Being
VI-1 Pratyahara (Withdraw)
VI-2 Dharana (Conceived Concentration)
VI-3 Dhyana (Meditation)
VI-4 The Evolution of Kundalini
VI-5 The Attributes of Kundalini Chakras and Nadis
VI-6 Awakening of Kundalini
VI-7 Kundalini Crisis and Conflicts
Chapter VII
TRAINING CHARTS FOR PRANAYAMA PERFORMANCES
Introduction to the Training Charts
CONCLUSION
Glossary
Bibliography
Index
