Nourishing the Teacher Inquiries, Contemplations, and Insights on the Path of Yoga

Nourishing the Teacher is a rich resource for teachers of yoga wanting to incorporate dynamic language and inspirational themes into their classes. Drawing upon the vast intelligence of Tantric yoga philosophy, nature, and ancient cultures the text provides a creative springboard to construct richer classes and more fulfilling personal practice sessions. The book is divided into five primary sections including the Gifts of Embodiment, the Wisdom of Yoga, the Hindu Gods & Goddesses, the Alchemy of Nature, and the Wheel of the Year. Each focused theme is broken down into a general description followed by specific resources to support you in theme class planning including: -On the mat posture ideas -Off the mat ways of living the theme -List of synonym words -Three phrases relating to your theme concept -Creative image -Breath technique -Closing class ritual -A specific note for teachers on additional strategies for implementing the theme