Dahn Yoga practice on neck massage

A wide and flat muscle, shaped like a triangle, which covers the upper and back part of the neck and shoulders.

1. Rub your palms together quickly to create heat. Lower your head and use your fingertips and palms to slowly squeeze and massage the back of your neck until the area has become warm and relaxed.
2. Then roll your head clockwise to the right and around to the left very slowly in a circular motion.
3. Repeat in a counterclockwise circular motion.
4. Cross your left arm over your chest, and place your hand on the trapezius muscle on the right side of your upper back.
5. Massage it slowly with your fingertips. Then move your hand down your shoulder and arm, slowly massaging along the way.
6. Repeat on the other side.

Dahn Yoga Leg Tapping

This stimulates the stomach meridian and relieves stagnant energy

1. These acupressure points are located just below the knee, slightly to the outside of the shin bone, and in between the meeting point of the tibia and fibia bones.
2. Practitioners of Eastern Medicine believe that stimulating these acupressure points enhances longevity.
3. Patting these points aids digestion, and alleviates headaches, circulatory, and other problems in the legs, as well as respiratory, cardiovascular, and nasal conditions.
4. Sit on the floor with your legs in front of you, feet shoulder width apart, and knees bent comfortably.
5. Make a loose fist with each of your hands.
6. Using the pinky side of your fists, pat the St 36 acupressure points 100 times.

Posted: August 15th, 2008 under Dahn Yoga, Ilchi Lee.
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When people first come to a Dahn Yoga Center, one of the first thing they hear from the Dahn Yoga Instructor, is Dahnjon. I heard that in human body we have three Dahnjon. When we refer to Dahnjon, by default it means the lower Dahnjon. It acts as the fuel tank of energy. It functions as the center to circulate energy throughout the body. Like the heart is the center of blood circulation, Dahnjon is the center of energy circulation, and a repository of energy.

It is located 2 or 3 inches below the belly button and two inches inside the belly. It is in the center of the abdomen. Breathe in deeply and out slowly. Do this slowly and concentrate on your breathing. You can place one hand on the Dahnjon area and feel the hand moving. This breath work is called Dahnjon breathing at Dahn Yoga.

This Dahnjon breathing is a very good healthy method. You can practice this breathing exercise after Brain Wave Vibration. Do the Brain Wave Vibration training for 10 minutes. And, perform the abdominal breathing for about ten minutes. It will bring about significant change in your health.

Posted: July 31st, 2008 under Dahn Yoga, Ilchi Lee.
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Last week someone from Dahn Yoga mentioned in class that some masters actually fall asleep in the sleeping tiger pose. Knowing this has made it very easy to stay in this pose for much longer periods of time. I can see now it was the mind which created the limitation as to how long I could stay in the sleeping tiger pose, now it knows there are no limits….

Meridian exercise is different from general exercise. Dahn Yoga Meridian exercise is bringing positive energy to the body for creative energy. The synchronous movements can have far-reaching healing benefits. If you perform these exercises with honesty and sincerity, you can significantly self-heal the symptoms that cause you distress.

Look through the table of contents and identify your particular symptoms. These correspond to specific exercises you can perform to ameliorate your ailments. dahn Yoga specializes not only in healing painful symptoms, but also in enhancing overall health for the body as a preventative measure. Some of the exercises for certain symptoms will be repeated in different parts of the book. You can individualize the approach according to your body condition.

Posted: July 26th, 2008 under Dahn Yoga.
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I have been doing the 103 bowing exercise and noticed a significant difference in the days I do not do it. My energy level is not the same and my back feels stiff and sore. Recently I started doing it more slowly instead of rushing and trying to do it in 17 minutes or so. My fellow Dahn Yoga member recommended it and I want to recommend it to every body. The effect seems greater when I do it slowly as I become more aware of my breathing, my thoughts and feel a sense of sacredness. My body gets really hot by the time I finish.

Posted: July 24th, 2008 under Dahn Yoga.
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SEDONA, Ariz., July 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ – The summer of 2008 has proven to be one of the most stressful times in recent American history, with seven stressors leading national headlines:

    --  Gas Prices at all time highs
        --  From $25/barrel in 2003 to $134/barrel for August 2008

    --  Housing Market & Foreclosure Rates
        --  1 out of every 501 households

    --  Unemployment Rates
        --  National Average 5.50%

    --  Economic Recession & Inflation
        --  June 2008 Inflation Rate: 5.02%

    --  International Conflicts
        --  Iraq, Afghanistan & Africa

    --  Obama vs. McCain: Election 08 atypically polarizing

    --  Baby Boomer Health, Aging Concerns & Social Security

The health concerns posed by the rise in stressors in America translate to numerous physical and psychological health concerns. And with over 67 million Americans qualifying as obese, and an additional 75 million as overweight, solutions to reduce stress and improve health that are attainable regardless of health or fitness level are in dire need.

Researchers from Weill Medical College of Cornell University have reviewed a lesser-known form of exercise originating in South Korea, Dahn Yoga, and the quality of life improvements associated with this energy-based form of yoga, unlike traditional Indian yogas.

The results of the study, as published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine, found that after three months of Dahn Yoga classes, participants in a cohort study reported fewer depressive symptoms, less anxiety, and greater self-efficacy than they reported prior to taking the classes, and scored an increase of 15.5 points on a mental health exam. Complete details published in “Prospective study of new participants in a community-based mind-body training program.”

“Mainstream forms of exercise have clearly proven health benefits, yet as Americans continue to suffer from stress-associated health challenges, more than ever we need ways to better manage integrated physical and mental well-being,” said Dr. Sung Lee, M.D., formerly of the Weill Medical College of Cornell, and currently Secretary of the International Brain Education Association. “I was much impressed by the depth and range of quality of life improvements among persons practicing Dahn Yoga, and believe this method has significant benefits for both individuals and organizations.”

For more information, visit: http://www.DahnYoga.com or http://www.Ilchi.com. Complete source data, photos and b-roll available.

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Posted: July 23rd, 2008 under Dahn Yoga.
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We had a wonderful class with Master Alex Lee. One of the exercises we practised was making your energy bigger and bigger until it fills the whole room, then expand it to the space outside, then the state, then the country and then the whole world. It was amazing to experience the feeling of being one with the whole world.

Brain Wave Vibration will move your entire body, promoting cardiovascular fitness, improved circulation, and better strength and flexibility. It helps reduce the stress response in the body, inducing a state of deep relaxation. Finally, it will stimulate the body’s innate healing ability.

Posted: July 22nd, 2008 under Dahn Yoga.
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Suddenly after healing session today I felt my feet warm. It’s never been warm before!!! It amazing how one session with my head instructor changed me!! Thank you!!

Posted: July 20th, 2008 under Dahn Yoga.
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In a nature, a diamond is the hardest known substance.
Through intense pressure & heat, simple carbon is transformed into a precious diamond.
Throught the world, a diamond is the symbol of purity, clarity, strength , and is of great value.
The diamond also is symbolic of the journey our souls make when we are reaching for higher understanding.
Through intense dahn mu do practice, we transform our mind , body, and spirit into a pure hard diamond.
The goal for mankind is to walk a path on which our souls will shine and sparkle as brightly as a diamond. it is for the reason the Arizona Dahn yoga and Dahn mu do demonstration team has chosen the diamond as our symbol.

Posted: July 18th, 2008 under Dahn Yoga.
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If you are experiencing specific health issues, it is best to consult a trusted health care professional prior to proceeding with meridian exercises. Always listen to your body. There is no need to rush your progress or to push through your discomfort. All bodies are unique, and you will find your own level of practice naturally.

The meridian exercises will help to correct the misuse of the body from habits accrued overtime. It is important to practice consistently. Some people want quick remedies and thereby become frustrated when the results are not immediate. Meridian exercises must be practiced and nurtured over time. You will feel when the condition of your body improves.

As you develop astuteness in recognizing the nuances of yoru body’s workings and skill in deciphering a problem before it intensifies, you will continue to progress in becoming an active participant in your own self-healing.

Posted: July 15th, 2008 under Brain Education.
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Last week someone from Dahn Yoga mentioned in class that some masters actually fall asleep in the sleeping tiger pose. Knowing this has made it very easy to stay in this pose for much longer periods of time. I can see now it was the mind which created the limitation as to how long I could stay in the sleeping tiger pose, now it knows there are no limits….

Meridian exercise is different from general exercise. Dahn Yoga Meridian exercise is bringing positive energy to the body for creative energy. The synchronous movements can have far-reaching healing benefits. If you perform these exercises with honesty and sincerity, you can significantly self-heal the symptoms that cause you distress.

Look through the table of contents and identify your particular symptoms. These correspond to specific exercises you can perform to ameliorate your ailments. Dahn Yoga specializes not only in healing painful symptoms, but also in enhancing overall health for the body as a preventative measure. Some of the exercises for certain symptoms will be repeated in different parts of the book. You can individualize the approach according to your body condition.

Posted: July 13th, 2008 under Brain Education.
Comments: none