Archive for September, 2007
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Ilchi Lee
To meditate for over 30 minutes while sitting elegantly with legs crossed, lower back straight, and face wearing a peaceful expression: this is one of the simple wishes Dahnhak beginners bring with them to training. After new members sit with legs crossed for only a few minutes, the legs start to ache, the shoulders become uncomfortable, and the back starts to curve like an old spring that has lost its resilience. How can we sit both comfortably and correctly?
The posture most commonly used in Dahnhak and Brain Respiration practice is sitting with legs half-crossed. We place a mat or cushion that isn’t too thick on the floor and then sit on top of it. One leg—either left or right is fine—is bent with the foot pulled deeply in toward the body and the other leg is bent and placed on top of it. The shoulders and arms are relaxed, and both hands are placed comfortably on the thighs with palms facing up. The upper body is rotated gently several times to the right and left to properly align the spine and position of the knees. The lower back is positioned in such a way that its natural curve is maintained, and the head and neck are held erect. A correct posture is maintained when the spine is straight and all other parts of the body are relaxed. All the muscles of the face are relaxed and the eyes are calmly closed. Try this and see how you feel. Does your posture feel correct and comfortable?
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Ilchi Lee
In today’s world, is it possible to achieve relaxation and tranquillity? Our everyday lives, after all, are endlessly busy, full of confusion and stress. How can we recover clarity and balance quickly and connect deeply with inner peace in uncertain and unstable circumstances?
Relaxation techniques can improve every aspect of your life, not just your Dahn practice. By returning to the tranquil center of your mind, you obtain the strength to remain calm, even while in the storms of life. Keeping your center will accentuate your individual growth process, stabilize your personal relationships, and increase the quality and productivity of your work. The following suggestions are tips for creating peaceful, tranquil moments inside and outside of Dahn class.
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