Foreword by Christine Day
Note to Our Readers
INTRODUCTION: Work and the Yogic Path
ONE: Beginner’s Mind: The Power and the Promise
TWO: The First Limb: Universal Morality
The Yamas
NON-VIOLENCE (AHIMSA)
NON-LYING (SATYA)
NON-STEALING (ASTEYA)
NON-SQUANDERING OF VITAL ENERGIES (BRAHMACHARYA)
NON-GREED (APARIGRAHA)
THREE: The Second Limb: Personal Code of Conduct
The Niyamas
PURITY (SAUCHA)
CONTENTMENT (SANTOSHA)
DISCIPLINE (TAPAS)
SELF-STUDY (SVADHYAYA)
SURRENDER (ISHVARA-PRANIDHANA)
FOUR: The Third Limb: Postures (Asana)
FIVE: The Fourth Limb: Breath Control (Pranayama)
Pranayama Techniques
SIX: The Fifth Limb: Withdrawal of the Senses (Pratyahara)
SEVEN: The Sixth Limb: Focus (Dharana)
EIGHT: The Seventh Limb: Meditation (Dhyana)
NINE: The Eighth Limb: Absorption (Samadhi)
CONCLUSION: Finding Your Way
Glossary of Terms
Resources
Acknowledgments
Index
About the Authors
About hennings-showkeir & associates, inc.
Maren Showkeir and Jamie Showkeir are the principals of
Henning-Showkeir & Associates, Inc., a workplace consulting firm.
Maren, a certified yoga teacher, has been a committed practitioner
for more than fifteen years. Jamie is a longtime meditator and
developed an asana practice in 2005. They are the coauthors of
Authentic Conversations.
Maren Showkeir and Jamie Showkeir are the principals of
Henning-Showkeir & Associates, Inc., a workplace consulting firm.
Maren, a certified yoga teacher, has been a committed practitioner
for more than fifteen years. Jamie is a longtime meditator and
developed an asana practice in 2005. They are the coauthors of
Authentic Conversations.
“Filled with personal insights and stories that carry yoga into the
world of daily decision making.… It is wonderful to see the
foundations of practice brought to life in such a confident,
sincere, and thoughtful way.”
—Pandit Rajmani Tuganait, Chairman and spiritual head of the
Himalayan Institute
“Maren and Jamie show that yoga is not just about poses—the
practice is about creating the stillness of mind that will allow
you do the work you were meant to do. Seriously, read this
book!”
—Russell Simmons, cofounder of Def Jam
“The [Showkeirs] bring the deepest teachings of yoga alive by
showing exactly how to bring our yoga—and our best selves—into the
world.”
—Judith Lasater, PhD, author of Relax and Renew: Restful Yoga for
Stressful Times
“A significant contribution to the body of literature bridging East
and West, the Showkeirs’ work provides a powerful guide for
applying the principles of yoga to develop human potential and
enhance work satisfaction. Highly recommended.”
—Howard Cutler, coauthor of the bestselling The Art of Happiness
(with the Dalai Lama)
“This generous, insightful, and eminently practical book is offered
with an open heart from years of experience—the best practice
manual I’ve read for how to embody authenticity and integrity. I am
grateful to Maren and Jamie for bringing together the disciplines
of yoga and leadership.”
—Meg Wheatley, bestselling author of Leadership and the New Science
and So Far from Home
“With so much emphasis these days on practicing poses, the other
seven limbs of yoga are often overlooked. The application of
ancient wisdom to modern life situations offered here will be
helpful to all people, whether or not they ever set foot on a yoga
mat. Please read this book!”
—Desirée Rambaugh, internationally known master yoga teacher
“The Showkeirs draw upon 2,000-year-old wisdom and adroitly weave
personal stories and case histories to crisply illustrate the Eight
Limbs of Yoga’s applications in the contemporary workplace.”
—Dr. Paul Mittman, president and CEO, Southwest College of
Naturopathic Medicine and Health Sciences
“Translating this essential, ancient knowledge into a pragmatic,
contemporary context is a huge and valuable contribution. Expand
your knowledge and expand your life with this book!”
—Kevin Cashman, bestselling author of Leadership from the Inside
Out and The Pause Principle
“By relating all aspects of yoga to the workplace and using
everyday language, the authors put the intricacies of this advanced
spiritual tradition within reach of the general public…. a useful
tool for those seeking to expand their understanding and practice
of yoga whether they are experienced yoga practitioners or have
just begun their first class.”
—Anna Jedrziewski, book reviewer, Retailing Insight (formerly New
Age Retailer)
“I love the book’s simple, clear instructions on how to infuse your
daily work life with ancient spiritual principles and practices.
Rather than rolling up your sanity in a yoga mat, you can keep it
by practicing yoga at work. All together now: ‘Ommmmm.’
Perfect!”
—BJ Gallagher, bestselling author of A Peacock in the Land of
Penguins
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