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Practicing Ahimsa and Aparigraha with Nude Yoga

30 Thursday Jan 2014

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Niyamas, Patanjali, Yamas, Yoga Sutras

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As a yoga instructor, studying the philosophies of yoga is essential.  The philosophy of yoga as described in the Yoga Sutras by Patanjali is the ancient moral systems (written around 200 A. D) that we as yoga instructors and practitioners of yoga are to practice.  As mentioned in this website, http://www.expressionsofspirit.com/Yoga%20Philosophy.htm:

“The first two limbs of the philosophical yogic tree that Patanjali describes are the fundamental ethical precepts called the yamas, and the niyamas. These can also be looked at as guidelines of universal morality and personal observances.  The Yamas and niyamas are suggestions of how we should deal with people around us and how we can optimally shape our attitude and behavior. The attitude we have toward people and things outside ourselves are the yamas, how we relate to ourselves inwardly are the niyamas (pronounced nee yamas).  Both are mostly concerned with how we use our energy in relationship to others and to ourselves.”

YAMAS:

  1. Ahimsa: (non-violence) compassion for all things.
  2. Satya: (sincerity), truth seeking.
  3. Asteya: (non-stealing), Don’t take advantage of others.
  4. Brahmacharya: (Moderation and self-control with sex), not necessarily celibacy but we are to use our sexual energy to enhance our spiritual connection without causing harm to someone.
  5. Aparigraha: (non-grasping), letting go of anything that may cause to attach to anything material and detracts you from your Higher Power.

Knowing this, we Yogis, are supposed to have open hearts and open minds.  So why is it that when I have asked to teach nude yoga in some studios I was turned down quickly with disgust? 

The reason: NUDITY IS A SOCIAL TABOO. 

It is linked to sexual activity which is seen as perversion.  If yoga is linked to perversion, it loses its pure message. Nudity does not pervert yoga; it enhances it. 

Nudity allows me to practice Aparigraha.  Having no clothes removes physical attachment to this society and opens up my mind and spirit to the Universe. It allows me to gain compassion for my body which in turn allows me to be more compassionate in general.  I and those who practice nude yoga are misunderstood because others cannot detach themselves from society’s definition of perversion or judgment. Yoga helps us to detach from prejudices and societal norms.  Yoga helps us to connect to each other as one.  I find nudity to enhance such ideals and experience. So when you are ready to experience increased enlightenment, remove your clothing and do yoga.

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Awesome Surrender

19 Sunday Jan 2014

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contemplation, Faith, Higher Power, Inner Guide, Spiritual Path, Spirituality, Surrender

Blessings to you all.  I was going to write some big post about humility and compassion but really I think I will just share with you what I have been noticing with MY life so far.  This year I have really dedicated myself to be more in tune with spirituality.  Notice I said, Spirituality and NOT religion.  I have made a commitment to myself that I will allow my Higher Power to work on me, with me and in me; to truly rely on my Higher Power to provide me with my Inner Guide.  My Inner Guide to direct me onto the path closest to my Higher Power for the ultimate journey of a lifetime. 

You see, I have never worked independently before.  I have always worked for someone.  I have worked as a team player; been a great assistant, knew how to follow orders and do my best to go above and beyond.  I have always had BIG dreams as a child: Dreams of being a fashion designer (was told that I couldn’t really draw); dreams of being the first FEMALE Major League Baseball Player (was laughed at); dreams of owning a wonderful restaurant (Ha! Overrated); Dreams of making a DIFFERENCE in this world (sounds good but how?).  I have always enjoyed helping people; it made me feel great about myself.  (I don’t mind the attention I got out of it either). Sounds a little shallow.  I thought so.  I like helping but sometimes I just don’t understand why my ego has to ruin things by seeking external gratitude.  

Anyway, back to what i was trying to say about My Inner Guide and My Higher Power.  This year I have decided or better said I felt compelled to work on my own.  Do the business(es) I have said to myself I will do.  So I am going to my own boss and my own moneymaker.  I must admit I am a little nervous and fearful.  Don’t get me wrong.  I am happy to finally be doing something I wanted to do.  I have asked My Higher Power for signs of the timing of my Independence, a sign when the perfect opportunity would be for me to move on and the Universe has moved around so that my answers would appear and be clear.  But then, my ego came into play.  Allowed doubt and fear to enter into play: telling me I am not good enough.  I am not ready.  I will fail.  Usually, when I feel such feelings, I cry.  I panic.  I get depressed and do NOTHING.  I start looking for jobs that are within my comfort zone and wonder why I can’t fulfill my dreams.  Then, do you want to know the worse part?  I start asking my Higher Power again for some guidance to place me on the right path.  UGH!

Think of it.  That is like a friend asking you for help, you not only give them the help but the solution as well, they get scared do it they way expecting a different result and then ask you again to step in for them.  INSANITY!!!!  So this year, I decided that instead of succumbing to the fear and doubt (ego’s favorite tools of deception).  I will surrender it all to My Higher Power.  If I am scared, I will say it allow.  I will witness it.  Have the emotions.  Do yoga, meditate, eat, find a funny comedy to change my mood, read a spiritual text and get back on the horse.  I will NOT Succumb to the fear.  I will NOT succumb to the doubt.  I will not disappoint myself and my Inner Guide just because I am fearful on the doors the Universe opened because My Higher Power allowed it to be.  

The week I left my employment, I was both excited and scared.  How awesome it will be that I will be able to guide others upon the discovery i have found!  No longer will I work in an aggressively competitive environment.  No longer will I work in an environment in which I feel that I am scrutinized yet is full of miscommunication and poor managerial skills and judgments.   How wonderful to do something that is mine.  Oh Dear! How am I going to support my family?  When are the clients coming?  Where are they?  How am I going to pay my bills?  Oh God, what a fool I was! (Notice how quickly the excitement went to fear)  It comes very quickly.  The ego works like a sneaky ninja.  Attacking your gratitude and excitement quietly and quickly in the dark with a deadly blade. 

Well, instead of giving up, instead of curling in my bed and crying all day or calling a girlfriend to whine, I lit some incense and a candle and began to speak aloud.  I didn’t do one of those repetitive prayers or mantras.  No! I just called out aloud to MY Higher Power and spoke.  Tears coming down my face.  I spoke and:

“Asked why do I feel this way?  Should I feel like a fool?  What the hell am I going to do?  I walked through the door like I was told.  NOW WHAT?!  What am I going to do?  I don’t want to fail.  I want to succeed.  Help me to succeed. Allow me to be the person you see that I am.  Guide me to be the influence I seek.  Guide me to be the person you say I am.”

I gave my Higher Power my all: my tears, my worried, my concerns, my doubt, my fear, everything.  I cried and spoke as if someone was there holding me and listening to me.  You know what?  I felt someone there holding me and listening to me.  It was beautiful.  I know my Higher Power was there.  That was the key I had been missing all these years.  FAITH that no matter how bleak all I had to do was call out to my HIGHER POWER and the answer will come.  The Universe will move once again and be aligned to what I seek.  How do I know this?  Because during my wailing and crying and talking aloud to my Higher Power,  I felt a warm glow inside and around me.  My house looked a light brighter than before. (Mind you I was physically not spiritually alone in my house. I am quite sure if someone would have walked in on me quietly, they would have thought I was mentally disturbed.)  I felt the presence of my Higher Power.  After 5 minutes, it seemed longer but I checked the time.  My mood went from fear to comfort.  All I heard around me was all will be well.  I ate and went along with my plans for the day.  Later on that week, I started getting inspiration regarding my businesses and how to start putting forth the effort to get the clients I need.  I started getting phone calls and emails from individuals that were interested in taking classes with me.  I started getting jobs as well to bring in immediate cash into my home.  WHY? Because I surrender.  I gave up trying to control every little aspect in my life and gave it up to the One that is capable of fixing everything.  I read that week a phrase that really changed my outlook every more than before.  

“Every encounter is a HOLY ENCOUNTER.” Gabrielle Bernstein from Spirit Junkie.  

With that thought, how can I be consumed with fear.  My Higher Power got my back and has proven it time after time after time.  I am crazy to think that, ok.  I got the next one.  LOL!  So follow my example.  When you feel overwhelm, fearful, doubtful of yourself, your situation, SURRENDER.  Surrender it all to your Higher Power and have faith.  It will work out.  The key is to call out to your HP; lay all your burdens onto your HP; have faith and believe that someone is listening and don’t take it back.

Want help speaking to your HP?  Let me help you.  You can use me as your guide.  It won’t be my journey so I cant tell you exactly what to do or what exactly to expect. But Do expect miracles.  

Namaste.

In Love and Light,

Luna

 

Welcoming the New Year

08 Wednesday Jan 2014

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Candles, intention, Meditation, New Year's, Spiritual Cleansing, Traditions

According to this website: http://www.fathertimes.net/traditions.htm.  There are many traditions practiced around the world and in different cultures.  I am Puerto Rican so not do I follow the tradition listed under the United States but I also follow the Spanish one.  Every year, I make coquito which usually a coconut milk drink with rum (I exclude the rum and just have rum extract).  Gather 12 grapes for each member in my family to eat.  As they each eat the grapes, we are to bring into mind what we wish for each month that comes in and reminded of the blessings we have been given.  This happens after the stroke of midnight.  Before the new year approaches, I reorganize, clean my heads from head to toe.  Then, I use herbs and lotions to clean away “evil” spirits or bad intentions starting from the back of the house to the front praying along the way that whatever has held us down in the year may it be washed away and leave out the front door never to return.  The water that we use is hot water and strong odors to remove the heavy laden ill intentions.  Once the house is all cleaned, then it is time to clean again but for blessings.  This time we need to clean from the front to the back with cold water and blessing herbs.  While doing so, the meditation is in bringing goodness, positivism,  compassion, good health, etc.(anything good).  Once that is done, a candle is lit for the blessings and the continual protection from evil spirits.  Sage is also lit and passed around the house for more protection and sending the blessings in smoke to be heard by my Higher Power.  It may seem strange but it makes my house feel open and airy.  This spiritual cleansing has allowed me to be more open and receptive to the spiritual world.  Allowing my meditations to be more fruitful.  Bringing in the New Year spiritually, physically and mentally clean.

What is your tradition?  Leave me your comments I am interested in learning.

If you are looking for your path and journey and need help, allow me to guide you on your journey.  www.nurevealyoga.com

Until then, my friends, namaste.

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Support the effort. Increase the cause for nudity.

08 Wednesday Jan 2014

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breasts, independent film, movies, New York, Nudity, ratings, topless

Support the effort. Increase the cause for nudity.

My significant other found this link and I was compelled to place it on the blog.  We need to contribute if not pass the word around about this project.  It is not just for women but it is for the cause of nudity as well.  Nudity is a taboo that needs to be enlightened and educated to the masses.  It is not on the same level of pornography and thus should not have to share the same platform.  Nudity is a state of being. Pornography and or fetish is an activity that promotes sexual feelings/ sexual relations, or sexual healing.  They are not the same thing and thus should not be treated as such.  Please support the cause.  FREE THE NIPPLE.

Brave women.  When I say the preview, it reminded me of a time when we, women, had to fight for our right to vote.  Nudity is NOT perversion.  It is a state of being without boundaries.  Being free.  Clothes are to protect us from the elements NOT from each other.  We are to love each other for our essence/auras.

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