Chakra Yoga: La activación de los centros energéticos a través del yoga

by Anodea Judith

El sistema de chakras, eje de la arquitectura del alma, es el lugar donde cuerpo y mente, cielo y tierra, y espíritu y materia se conectan en unión divina. De hecho, ese es el verdadero significado de la palabra yoga: unión.
En este esperado libro de la reconocida experta en chakras, Anodea Judith, aprenderás a usar los principios y las prácticas del yoga para despertar el cuerpo energético sutil y conectarte con tu fuente más elevada. Utiliza estas siete llaves vitales para abrir las puertas de tu templo interior y déjate guiar por las prácticas aquí propuestas, que activan cada chakra mediante posturas, ejercicios de bioenergética y respiración, mantras, meditaciones guiadas y filosofía yóguica.
Esta obra es un valioso recurso tanto para profesores como para alumnos de yoga. Sus páginas incluyen cuidadas fotografías que ilustran cada una de las posturas, junto con indicaciones para lograr un alineamiento más profundo y una activación del cuerpo energético.

Genres: Spirituality, Nonfiction, Health, Self Help, Reference, Philosophy, Psychology

454 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2015

About the author

Anodea Judith, Ph.D. is the founder and director of Sacred Centers, and a groundbreaking thinker, writer, therapist, and spiritual teacher. Her passion for the realization of human potential matches her concern for humanity’s impending crises — her fervent wish is that we “wake up in time.” She holds Masters and Doctoral degrees in Psychology and Human Health, is a 500 hour registered yoga teacher (E-RYT), with lifelong studies of psychology, mythology, sociology, history, systems theory, and mystic spirituality. She is considered one of the country’s foremost experts on the combination of chakras and therapeutic issues and on the interpretation of the Chakra System for the Western lifestyle. She teaches across the U.S., as well as in Canada, Europe, Asia, and South and Central America.

Reviews

[Rose Moore · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a yoga teacher I reference this book all the time. so much good information. The sequences are fabulous to pull inspiration from. Lots of basic information on the chakra systems which would make it perfect companion to a yoga teacher in training. Everyone I've talked to who is in the know loves this book and for good reason. Very thoughtfully written and designed (color coded edges as tabs!!) I would purchase the physical copy if I were you. It will not collect dust on your bookshelf that is for sure. If anyone has the Ebook let me know what you thought Id like to know.

[Analouise · Rating 5 out of 5]

If I could give this book six stars, I would give it six stars. An expert on chakras and a long-time yoga practitioner, Anodea Judith brings her considerable wisdom to this book, offering easy-to-follow instructions for how to use yoga to engage the chakras. Highly recommended.

[Jenni Schell · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was packed full of information. I loved it. It is a perfect book for the yoga lover.

[Keshia Marie · Rating 3 out of 5]

“Yoga is the spiritual language through which we poetically dance with the Divine.”

[sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

7 months later + I’ve finally finished this book! It’s amazing what reading a book for months does for your brain. While it feels like I may have forgotten some key aspects of earlier chakras, the all-knowingness of the final chakra encompasses previous reading time. I love the poses associated with Judith’s text, though don’t personally resonate with all of them. I think that’s an important takeaway, that these sequences are essential to the foundation of the relationship between chakra/movement, but that your interpretation of the poses can also be just as beneficial. Obviously there are poses that share body space with each chakra, but I believe they are open to interpretation. Useful book throughout our training! Weird that we’re about to graduate.

[Cherie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Really excellent overview of the chakras, what they are, and how to use yoga with them.

[Shar Walker · Rating 4 out of 5]

As a yoga teacher, this is one of those books that I dip in and out of. Lovely colourful book which is easy to read and a good reference book for ideas to apply to teaching classes

[Dawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you are looking for a book that walks you through chakras in the yoga asana practice I would recommend this one. I loved the print version of the book with the glossy pages and the beautiful picture, but I decided to purchase the kindle version and for the most part the book is well laid out with just a few challenges but the text is clear and the pictures are still lovely.
The book is easy to read and easy to navigate as a reference tool or you can read it through like a novel. A wonderful tool for yogis and energy practitioners alike.

[Krutika Rao · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of my goals this year is to dig deeper into the philosophy of yoga.
This one was a quick and comprehensive guide to understand the basics- definitely left me intrigued and curious.
Chakras are (7) energy points that begin at the base of the spine and reach the crown of the head- each chakra drives a certain aspect of physical and emotional well-being , quite like Maslow's hierarchy- starting from the need to survive to self actualization.
This book covered it all, with a couple of guided examples to open up each chakra :)

[Suzanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is 3rd book I read from the same author.
The book was written 2015 (8 years ago).
The book has 7 chapters (1 per chakra) and contains 376 pages.
As the book has nice illustrations of yoga poses, it can be quickly read.
The author tries to connect a selection of yoga poses and associates each to one of seven chakras.
I think the better explained Yoga pose is to go on YouTube and to look at the video movements rather than read it in the book.

[Emily Best]

This is a fantastic guide to Chakra based yoga. Anodea Judith is very thorough in her instructions about each pose. The book builds with the Root Chakra poses and builds through the Crown Chakra, specifying how each pose utilizes the energy of each chakra. I use it a great deal when I teach as well as in my own practice.

[Isabel · Rating 5 out of 5]

despite the physical weight of this tome (over 2.5 lbs which makes it difficult for me to maintain for any length of time..... this is absolutely the best book of this topic written by the master of the topic. It is a beautifully executed book that I will study for a good long time to come.

[Haley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a re-read for me and I found it just as valuable the second time around. I initially read it when I started teaching from a chakric perspective. And while I often use different poses than Judith chose, the intentions and initiations she gives inspired me again, in a new way!

[Cheyenne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting book about chakra yoga. The only downside is that I disagree with some alignment cues given by the author in some of the asanas.

[Irina Diyankova · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is very informative book that translates and popularizes the concept of chakras and ways to evaluate and correct energy imbalances.

[Britthebohemian · Rating 5 out of 5]

I didn’t have much knowledge about yoga or chakras BUT this is all I need whenever I need guidance. Thank you.

[Kris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent book on yoga asanas and the chakras in practice. Many illustrations. Interesting read.

[Irma · Rating 4 out of 5]

great book w/ great examples andillustrations

[Chloe Wieland · Rating 3 out of 5]

Clear and descriptive, a good resource for teachers, but not super accessible to independent practitioners.

[Manuella · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love it!! Perfect examples and explanations! 🙏🏽 Really helpful

[Jo-Ann Torres · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book for practitioner

[Bethany Hughes · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an incredibly helpful resource and learning tool!

[Ayliz D · Rating 4 out of 5]

Czytałam tą książkę po polsku "Joga Czakralna. Esencja ćwiczeń Wschodu." Uważam, że ta książka jest genialna, ale jestem też na początku drogi z jogą.

[Rahma ShahBahai · Rating 4 out of 5]

جميل
توضيح لمفهوم اليوجا واصلها ومبادىها وكيفيتها وفيم تستخدم
بطريقة سهلة من خبيرة في مجالها

[Carolyn Bowman]

Very useful. A book I may want to buy.

[Mónica Salamanqués · Rating 5 out of 5]

Me ha encantado, muy didáctico y práctico. Al grano!

[Yanet Gonzalez · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book to understand the influence of Yoga in our mental and physical wellbeing.

[Sara Ahmed · Rating 5 out of 5]

رائع جدا ومفصل وجميل

[Elaine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really liked the 7 sequences for personal practice.

[Dawn Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Anodea Judith’s Chakra Yoga by Anodea Judith

454 Pages
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide Ltd, Llewellyn Publications
Release Date: September 8, 2015

Nonfiction, Health, Mind, Body

The book is divided into the following sections.

The Yoke of Yoga
Opening the Inner Temple
Chakra One: Enter
Chakra Two: Align
Chakra Three: Activate
Chakra Four: Soften
Chakra Fifth: Attune
Chakra Sixth: Illuminate
Chakra Seven: Awaken
Integrate

The author discusses how yoga became a part of her life along with meditation. I have followed Anodea Judith’s work with chakra for years. I was unaware of her connection to yoga until my life coach mentioned it last year. I was glad to find this book since I did a chakra yoga class two summers ago. I think my favorite is the sixth chakra practice for the eyes. This book shows yoga poses that activate each chakra. There are multiple yoga poses for each chakra which includes a photo and description. Although some of the positions are challenging, the author stresses you caution and who should avoid each pose. If you enjoy yoga and working with chakras, this is an excellent resource for you.