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Yoga in the Office: A quick and effective stretch

2007-08-16T21:59:00.000-07:00

By evamarie pilipuf

it's great when we can escape to a full hour of yoga, be it in a class or at home in front of a video, but let's face it, that is not always possible. enter yoga in the office, a series of simple but effective suggested positions to help stretch the wrists, neck, shoulders, back and legs.
always talk to your doctor before starting any new exercise regime.

neutral posture: neutral posture is probably the most important position to understand and practice, for it is the position in which the spine is most stable and properly aligned. whether standing or sitting, it means placing the feet hip-distance apart and facing forward. look down at your feet: do they look like this | | or this \ / ? they should look like that first shape: parallel, with no outward rotation. if you're sitting in a chair, your heels should sit right underneath your knees, so that your knees and hips are bent at right angles. sit near the edge of your chair, and sit tall. lift your ribcage, and roll your shoulders back to open the chest. feel a slight arch to your low back, and keep your chin level. draw your belly button inward lightly, but not so much that your ribcage contracts downward. breathe smoothly; hold this position for a minimum of 1-2 minutes, all the while concentrating on relaxing your shoulders.

abdominal breathing: as simple as it seems, a few minutes of proper abdominal breathing can do much to interrupt your stress levels and help you relax. sit up in neutral posture and place your hands on your abdomen. as you inhale, feel your abdomen expand like a balloon, then slowly contract your abdomen by "sucking" in your belly button as you exhale. relax your shoulders. keep going: inhale with an expanding abdomen, and exhale while contracting your abdominal muscles. if possible, inhale through your nostrils, and exhale through pursed lips (think of the shape of your mouth when you're about to pronounce the letter "p"). stop the exercise immediately if you feel at all light-headed (proper abdominal breathing should not cause this). when you inhale, try not to lift your shoulders; let the breath "move" into your stomach.

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neck stretches: with hands resting on your waist, gently lower your chin to relax the back of your neck. be sure the rest of your body is still sitting or standing tall in neutral posture; the only area that is bent is your neck. after holding through 2-3 breaths, return upright to neutral posture, then lower your right ear down towards your right shoulder. hold through at least 2-3 breaths, and relax the left side of your neck thoroughly. return upright and repeat on the other side. finally, rotate your neck as far around towards the right as it feels comfortable, hold for 2-3 breaths, then return to center and repeat on the left side.

shoulder shrugs: with your hands at your sides, lift your shoulders up towards your ears as you inhale, then release the shoulders back down as you exhale. repeat: lift and tense the muscles of the shoulders and neck as you inhale, then relax them completely as you exhale. repeat at least 4-6 times.

wrist stretches: hold up one hand in front of you like you would when saying "stop." interlace your fingers with your other hand and pull your fingers back gently to provide a stretch to your wrist. relax your shoulders, and hold through at least four breaths. now, change the position of your hand so that your fingers point downward, and the back of your hand faces away from you. take hold of the back of your hand with your other hand and pull gently toward you to stretch the back of your wrist. hold through at least four breaths, then perform both stretches on the other hand.

chest stretch: place your hands behind your back, holding a scarf, belt, or necktie in between them. stand up tall in neutral posture, and gently squeeze your shoulder blades towards the center of your back as though trying to squeeze a pencil. each time you exhale, raise your arms slowly behind you, going as high as feels comfortable, but not so high that your neck or shoulder posture is compromised. try to relax your neck, shoulders, and chest as you perform this. repeat at least 4-6 times.

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lateral side stretch: if you have pre-existing back problems, check with your doctor before performing this position. stand tall with your feet hip-distance apart. raise one arm overhead, and as you exhale, begin a gentle lean to the other side. be sure your chest continues to face forward, and that your arm remains all the way up; don't drop your arm in front of your face or let your upper body twist downward. try to keep your top arm fully stretched; avoid bending the elbow. relax your shoulders and waist. hold through two breaths, come up and repeat on the other side. then start over; work up to a total of 4-8 repetitions.

standing spinal twist: stand with your right foot in front of your left foot. place your right arm straight out in front of you, with your left thumb on top of your head. keep your spine aligned; that is, do not lean forward or back. gently rotate your right arm and upper body as far around as you can, keeping your focus over your right hand. make sure your weight remains evenly distributed on both feet; do not raise either heel. hold the position through three breaths as you consciously try to relax your shoulders and lightly contract your abdomen. return back around and switch legs to perform the other side.

seated hip stretch: if you have concerns regarding your knee, check with your doctor before attempting this position. sitting in a chair, cross your right leg on top of your left leg so that your right ankle is above your left knee. point your right leg as far out to the side as possible. place your right hand on your right knee, and your left hand on your right foot. gently, sink your chest forward over your right lower leg; go as far forward as you comfortably can, and hold the position through at least four breaths. relax your low back, shoulders, and hip muscles. slowly return upright and repeat on the other side.

Yoga and the Teaching Proffession

2007-08-16T21:47:00.000-07:00

By ankita goel

yoga , is definitely nice for the body ,mind and overall well being. but what yoga can do for teachers- the people of the noble profession of teaching is amazing. today an increasing number of teachers over the world are turning to yoga.

a teacher who puts effort with his students ,loses vitality by his presence in the class everyday. this is why teachers generally feel weary and run down- not from doing physical labour (they usually have a lot of vacations), but something which they cannot make out. the energy which they seem to have lost does not seem to come back even with sleep and rest. they as a result sometimes get frustrated and irritable, and as a consequence distance themselves from their students even more, thus getting trapped in the vicious cycle. this is not true to all teachers, but yet is very common. i'm sure most of us will be able to remember (from our schooling/college years) atleast one if not more of such teachers whom we never agreed with.

the solution for the teachers to become better lies in yoga. let's see a few points which can be implemented in the class for a happier teacher and students.

as any teacher would know, the kids need a lot of movement, yet they have to ask them repeatedly to "keep quiet", "keep still", or "pay attention". the kids have to pay a lot physically and mentally to do so. the student on being asked this becomes tense, in an attempt to show that he is receptive to what the teacher has to say.

as this student settles, other one moves, then the teacher becomes tense as he's to keep a watch continually.

with the practice of yoga, the teacher can become more clearheaded, relaxed. also it will help the teacher to understand the nature of the kids. usually a school girl/boy is considered as a brain, which is in turn is considered as an abstract tool, in which the information has to be put. the brain is not considered a physical organ- an organ which needs to be irrigated with fresh oxygen for better functioning. it is the brain which needs maximum oxygen than any other part of the body, and by keeping still the students shall not get the oxygen, hindering their learning process.

the students can be taught to do some breathing exercises . a short session can be practiced in the middle of the class , than the beginning. this will keep the students still and more receptive ,and the teacher stress free.

also if a child has been running in a p.e. class, and arrives in maths or english with uneven breathing, a lot of material will pass him unheard. so it is important to even out his breathing and make your teaching effective.

another very important and energy consuming activity of the teacher is speaking in the classroom. it is the lecture , which breaks or makes a class, and for this it is necessary that the teacher has a well pitched voice. usually with long duration of talking the teacher loses a lot of energy, his mouth becomes dry, he becomes tired and may be sometimes depressed.

so , the teachers can help themselves by-
practice chanting "om" aloud at least 24 times per day, every day. this shall help you develop your voice naturally.

it is important that the teacher do some changes for the better in his life style to bring about a change in his classroom. this shall in turn to give a new life to the system of education.

Practicing Yoga Saves You Time

2007-08-16T21:46:00.000-07:00

By sam dworkis

there is been a lot in the media lately about the blokey benefits derived from yoga. they are saying it helps reduce stress and even helps build flexibility, strength and endurance. yes, you might be interested, but you cannot imagine adding yet another activity into your busy and often hectic schedule.

if you're not getting as much sleep as you want and if you often awaken feeling unrefreshed, the last thing you probably need is putting something else on your plate.

but maybe there is an angle you haven't thought of: yoga when appropriately practiced not only helps reduce the ravages of stress; it not only helps repair damage done by previous injury; it not only helps the body cope with ageing itself; but a 30-minute-a-day yoga practice can actually reduce the amount of sleep you need each night by up to twice the amount of time you spend doing it.

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there is no magic why: stress and trauma have an amazing affect upon the soft-tissue structures of your body. they cause it to contract.

soft-tissue contraction is nature's way of protecting us. once your body is over-stressed (which is in itself a form of trauma), nature tries to make you limit your activities so that you don't go out and worsen your condition. in other words, when you are traumatized, areas of your body stiffen up.

but wait. there is more! have you noticed when you have experienced more than your share of injuries, your body becomes increasingly stiffer with each and every "trauma." stress and injuries aside, have you noticed that normal ageing stiffens your body? then add stress or trauma to the mix?and stiffness intensifies.

trauma therefore, doesn't have to be physical. have you noticed that emotional stress also causes your body to tighten, in and around areas of previous injury?

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as you continue to age, both physical and emotional stress produces the same contracting consequences; and in so doing, creates a double-whammy on your body.

firstly, when soft-tissue contracts, your body's transport system cannot adequately circulate nutrients and oxygen. the more contracted the tissue, the more additional resources are required beyond what your body normally needs.

secondly, in order to compensate for reduced nutrients caused by soft-tissue contraction, your body automatically adjusts by making everything else work harder. this results in increased susceptibility to illness and increased fatigue.

not withstanding previous and current injuries, it's understandable that the older and stiffer you become, the more your body becomes exhausted by the end of the day. its no wonder you need as much sleep as you do and why you often wake up feeling tired.

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an appropriate yoga practice helps reduce soft-tissue stiffness while it enhances overall circulation. as circulation improves, your body no longer requires the same amount of sleep which was needed trying to mitigate the lack of resources caused by soft-tissue contraction. consequently, as your body requires less energy output to get you through your day, you require less sleep and you'll awaken feeling more refreshed.

Busting stress. How 6 minutes can change your life.

2007-08-16T21:43:00.000-07:00

In this issue, i'm going to tell you about a single technique that has helped thousands get over their blues and stress.

as a valued subscriber, i couldn’t wait to share it with you.

its 2:00 pm, you're in the middle of work - well, chill out for 6 minutes. the 3-step routine that follows will dramatically improve your life!!

sit erect but comfortably in your chair. do it best by pushing your hips right up till the backrest so that there is no slouching. rest your arms comfortably.

step 1 : stimulate relaxation (2 minutes)

begin by rotating shoulders clockwise and then anticlockwise, 5 times each. do it while your arms rest on the side.
then, bend your head so as to try touching the shoulder. do it on each side (5 times each).
bend your head forward and backwards alternately. in the forward bend, press your chin against the neck.

note: at all times, keep the neck erect. people with cervical problems should avoid these exercises.

these exercises ease the pressure on the bunch of capillaries around the neck. this helps to ease the blood flow into and out of the brain and stimulates relaxation.

step 2 : breath observation (2 minutes)

close your eyes and "unburden" your mind. "observe" your breath. as you breathe normally, become aware of the inhalation and the exhalation process.
breath awareness works at a subconscious level where one is made aware that all that exists is breath - nothing more and nothing less. this has a remarkable de-stressing effect

step 3 : pranayama or yogic breathing (2 minutes)

close your eyes. take gentle but deep breaths. while inhaling, feel the air filling in - from the bottom (stomach) and gradually upwards till the top of the lungs. then, exhale - letting the air get out, first from the top and then towards the bottom. repeat 10 times. better done while standing.

important: while inhaling feel that you're drinking in fresh oxygen, happiness and light. while exhaling, feel that you're letting out the negative emotions, toxins and waste.

this technique called autosuggestion is one of the most powerful yet little known method of yoga. it uses "self suggestion" to dramatically change the outlook to life. pessimism is replaced with optimism. stress is replaced with an inexplicable calmness. the feeling can only be experienced!! believe me, it works!

that is it !! you're done with your 6 minute yoga. now for the interesting part:

do it regularly and tell me if you're not addicted to it. i guarantee your delight, or your money back - er, i'm not charging anything...

..so how about contributing generously to the health and yoga benevolent fund :)

yours truly,
sheila

ps: do your 6-minute yoga, religiously (oops, i hope you'ren't an atheist) everyday - during work, at home or anytime, preferably when you're stressed. but do it everyday!!

pps: its important that you keep those 6 minutes to yourself - no distractions, no preoccupations of the mind. forget about everything while doing it.
in this issue, i’m going to tell you of a power-breathing technique that is proven to help overcome blues, negativity, stress, depression – all, in a minute!!

Making yoga work for you

2007-08-16T21:42:00.000-07:00

By arun goel

as the year draws to an end, it is worth examining the meteoric rise of yoga as a major stress-reliever, fitness provider and as a tool for contentment.

while the cynics would have us believe that yoga is a fad, is it really? well, the answer is a resounding no - it cannot be because it is existed for centuries and it's tremendous proven benefits for body and mind health.

the best part about yoga is that it understands the complex relationship that exists between the body and mind. the reason why various fitness programs often fall over their head is because of the unsustainable momentum created when you first start working with them. the difference between expectations and actual results is far too wide. as a consequence, boredom sets in followed by a frustration and the eventual giving up. the benefits gained are too shallow for the practice to be sustained.

yoga grows upon you slowly in a way that the mind and body remain in perfect sync. as this harmony is developed, an inexplicable bliss or contentment is created which makes you want it to go on.

yoga understands the union between the body, mind and energy. in fact, the word yoga means union. it simultaneously works in an interconnected manner so that the development of the body automatically leads to the development of the mind and energy and vice versa. this creates a remarkable re-enforcing effect, which leads to the stable development of the student.

how it works

as you do the yoga exercises with awareness on the movement pattern it creates a 3-fold effect -

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it provides the physical toning to the applicable muscles, organs, joints and ligaments.
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simultaneously, this unlocks the energy blockages and help in channeling the energy (prana) appropriately.
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also, as the physical exercises are carried out with awareness - an awareness of the breath flow and awareness of the body parts during the movements - it exercises the mind by creating the right thought pattern for effective meditation.

the meditative positions in yoga help in channeling this harmonious thought pattern towards a higher consciousness.

as you proceed, you will feel the effect that yoga has on your mind. the thinking will become clearer, the head lighter and you will experience a unique calmness. this in turn will motivate you to proceed with your daily yoga asanas (exercises), which will tone your body in a better manner.

in this way an upward spiral or virtuous cycle is created.

similarly, yoga breathing and relaxation techniques re-enforce the benefits so gained. these work on the balancing of various energy flows in the body to provide maximum benefits. the relaxation practice of yoga nidra is known to provide equivalent relaxation in 10 minutes as a 4-hour sleep. likewise, the breathing (pranayama) techniques are very effective in transforming moods and dull mental states - a need that is felt today more than ever before.

as you can see, the diverse benefits prove the desirability of bringing yoga into our daily routine. as you proceed in your practice, over time, you will feel the development of an expanded consciousness or move towards "enlightenment", which is in fact the ultimate goal of yoga.

with the new year soon approaching, it is perhaps the best time to give yourself a great opportunity for self-development - it will be one resolution that you wished you had made earlier.

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life is beautiful and yoga helps you realize it. embrace yoga for what it provides to your mind and body.
all the best,
arun goel

Yoga Promotes Healthy Relationships

2007-08-16T21:34:00.000-07:00

By sam dworkis

in previous articles, i wrote that yoga, when appropriately practiced, can have a profound affect upon your body, emotions, and diet. but did you know that when properly practiced, yoga also offers you help and insight into your relationships including your responsibility and role in them? successful relationships are built by respecting others and by paying proper attention to the people around you. however, lack of respect, or "abuse" regardless of how subtle, inattention, or even hyper-attentiveness can damage a relationship. such damage can cause emotional hurt and sometimes physical distress, both to you and others.

an proper yoga practice is but a microcosm of life itself. you get out of it what you put into it. you learn that success in a correct yoga practice does not come by how many repetitions you do or how hard you try to get it right. nor does success come by how far or how deeply you can force yourself into those "uncomfortable positions," which often leads to frustration (by not getting what you think you should be getting) or possibly injury as your body interprets such force as "abusive."

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instead, success in yoga comes by learning how to be "present" when you practice. you learn to enjoy and respect your body for where it is at the moment and not where you wish it could, or should be (which is living in the future). and success is impeded when you want your body to respond as it did when you were younger (which is living in the past). with a successful yoga practice, you don't need to be anything, such as flexible or strong or even healthy. you just need to pay attention to "the way things are" and just do it (living in and enjoying the present). in so doing, when you learn how to move through life without forcing or making unreasonable goals, and as you move forward paying attention as you go; you will experience the pure joy of the moment. therefore, by treating your yoga exercises intelligently and respectfully, you move toward balance of body, mind and spirit.

and because the body and mind are so intricately interrelated; as goes your body, goes your mind. over time, as your body becomes increasingly balanced, and as you increase your flexibility and strength; your awareness and control increases, both physically and emotionally. likewise, success and joy in relationships comes not through force or manipulation, but from the sheer delight of paying attention to your partner or friend or child or parent and by enjoying their perfection.

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this doesn't mean that you do not guide or direct, but that you do so without manipulation or force; just as you learn in your yoga practice. as you pay attention to the "perfection" of your body and as you begin to apply yoga's subtle details to your practice, your body becomes increasingly balanced. likewise, as you learn to pay attention to the "perfection" of others, you become increasingly aware of the subtle ways you affect your relationships and the way they affect you. yoga, as in relationships, is all about taking personal responsibility, being proactive without aggression and doing less to get more.

How to build immunity through “correct” food.

2007-08-16T21:33:00.000-07:00

A 1999 study of the american cancer society suggests that over one-third of the 563,100 cancer deaths were caused by nutrition. but more importantly, on the brighter side, it concluded that most of these could have been prevented.

why? what’s going wrong? despite our improved standard of living, why are infections and disease more rampant. why are our bodies not able to respond effectively?

the answers lie in eating habits. little do we realize that being fed on “junk” food and the “rushed” eating habits are taking a heavy toll of our physical and mental health.

some of us have begun to acknowledge the downside of these foods by resorting to “health diets” such as “high fibre”, “low cholesterol”, “diet-foods” etc.

but herein lies the problem. we go overboard in the opposite direction. this leads to a unique set of problems. as years pass by, don't be too surprised if we have a whole new set of illnesses caused by these so-called “health-diets”.

the need today is to build up our immune systems.

so then, what de we eat and how? it’s astonishing that despite having the solution in front of our eyes we choose to ignore it. in our enthusiasm to develop new fashionable foods, we have turned a blind eye to what has existed for centuries….

yoga has developed an eating philosophy and a concept of a balanced wholefoods diet. these powerful principles help in maintaining a healthy body along with a stress-free mind. what’s most important is that they have existed for centuries and it’s not some “recently-developed untested and unproved fad”. ancient yogis are known to have lived to well over 100 years of age without disease or illness.

yoga does not dissect food into vitamins, minerals, protein etc. instead, the true benefits of these vital ingredients can be had only when they're not isolated but as much in their original form as possible.

foods must be as close to their “whole” or natural state as possible. such foods are called wholefoods and are not pre-processed in any way.

the key to true health is to have a balanced wholefoods diet. such a diet ensures that the 3 functions of digestion – absorption, assimilation and elimination – work in perfect harmony.

often “synthetic” or “processed” foods create conditions that disrupt the harmony between these 3 functions. over years, this leads to severe physical and psychological problems.

how do we go about adopting a wholefoods routine? firstly, we must set aside time for eating. we owe that commitment to ourselves. food can't be treated as one of those “rushed” affairs. believe me, once you realize the gains, you’ll be wondering why you didn’t do it before.

the next is to get down to wholefoods selection, setting wholefood menu plans and preparing wholefoods dishes. the golden rule of wholefoods cooking is to keep it simple.

if you feel clueless about it, you may like to read the “yoga, food and health” book which deals into e aspect of wholefoods cooking and eating including menu plans and recipes.

i have found this book to be a useful directional guide. we have made special arrangements with the australian authors to provide an easy downloadable version. for details, click here

the bottomline…let’s not ignore the early signs of personal illness until it’s too late. let’s go back to the basics to develop an eating format that will make our bodies stronger and more resistant to infections, allergies and attacks.

best wishes,
arun goel

Yoga Anger Management

2007-08-16T21:22:00.000-07:00

By arun goel

almost all of us experience anger at some point or the other. than get into a monologue of why anger occurs, i will try to touch upon why we should overcome it and how it can be done.

why should anger be overcome?

anger destroys the peace of mind: one constantly undergoes mental turmoil, uneasiness and frustration when anger is experienced. this disturbed mind is akin to a rudderless boat in a stormy ocean, being tossed around from place to place without it being able to focus on the task or destination ahead.

anger is terrible for health: besides symptoms of high blood pressure, ulceration etc., anger is invariably accompanied by stress, which is often referred to as the silent killer. the medical community is also coming around to the view that stress forms the basis of about 90% of all health disorders.

anger causes hurt: besides hurting the person whom it's targeted at (emotionally or physically), anger can boomerang causing an even deeper and longer lasting self-hurt in the form of repentance and remorse. moreover, acts of anger invariably result in resentment and portray you as a highly egoistic person.

there may be many more 'incentives' to overcome anger but the above are enough to make you give a serious shot at tackling the problem.

conventional remedies

commonly preached remedies focus on the following ways of 'curing' anger :

suppression: quick-fix ways like "take a deep breath unto the count of 10" etc. come under this category. these, only provide a temporary respite (if at all). honestly, these methods actually undermine our intelligence. as if to say, our mind is going to be taken in by some kind of breath control gimmick!

expression: i was told that, in japan, there is a concept of 'stress bars' where you can take out your anger, frustration and stress by throwing objects and redeeming your frustration through these physical acts. these 'pseudo' expressive techniques can seldom be successful, as they do not take into account the complexity of the mind.

diversion: involving yourself in an activity that keeps you away from the source of anger is often suggested as a way out. however, more likely than not, the 'ignored' anger will return with a greater vengeance in due course.

in fact, suppression and diversion can be compared to the indiscriminate filling of your grocery bag (the mind) with objects. up to a point, it's fine; however, there will come a point, where the bag can hold no more and will 'snap' destroying the bag completely as well as ething around. similarly, these are dangerous techniques that can result in irreparable damage to your brain.

the way out

various spiritual leaders and faiths such as buddhism, show us a way out. significantly, yoga teachings provide similar solutions and also show the way to make these solutions a part of our personality.

the first step at anger management is - do not resist and do not ignore the cause of anger. experience it fully.

what do we mean? it implies that one should develop an attitude of an observer or a witness. learn to change your role from being the subject to becoming a bystander. see how the anger is operating. see what it's doing to your mind and how. when faced by an anger causing action, immediately get into the mode of exploring and rationalizing:

* why am i getting irritated?
* what kind of thought pattern is forming in my mind as a consequence of this action?
* why is it that i am feeling like this?

continue to go deeper and deeper with the "whys" and "more whys".

when you start doing this, two things start happening:

you start seeing the deeper 'subconscious' elements that form the foundation of your conscious mind. it's these elements that shape your personality without you even realizing it. like you can see the bottom of the pond in all its beauty only when the waters are still, similarly, you start seeing the deeper elements in your mind and understanding them better.

once you reach these elements, you resolve the deepest of neuroses and complexities of the mind. these automatically remove the cause of anger. you will be pleasantly surprised to see how you are no longer provoked by the automatic triggers of the past.

without fighting your anger, you start training your mind to develop a witness-like attitude. this observer attitude results in the anger dissipating.

you start seeing some wonderful perspectives. you start appreciating that it's not necessarily the desire of the person to hurt you - getting angry is your response. you realize that a person is seeing the situation from his point of view to the best of his intellectual and emotional capability - he may not be 'capable enough' to appreciate your point of view. this is only natural - because individuals are built in different ways. after all, aren't you showing similar traits when you are getting angry!

developing this observer attitude is not difficult. yoga also has some powerful ls in the form of "antar mouna" meditation techniques that help you cultivate this attitude. moreover, as you start reaping the wonderful fruits of such an attitude, such a behavioral pattern only gets reinforced.

over time, with such an attitude, you will see that not only do you get angry less often, but also each brush with an unpleasant situation provides a remarkable opportunity to know your subconscious mind in a better way. e such insight brings you one step closer to the supreme goal - that is, enlightenment (perpetual bliss).
all the best,
arun goel