Please include at least one suggestion from Karma, Bhakti, Raja, or Jnana Yoga tailored for this client/group.
Over time, we want to see something from each branch, selected, adapted and re-framed appropriately. Tools from each module should be used (not on each client/group – but overall)
The outline should show the sequence of practices as you plan to offer them. Your care plan proposal should be approved by the mentor before session 2 if possible, or 3 if approval is delayed by mentor.
Session
Session Instructions (Not Mentoring)
Your session outline should be a practice adapted to the needs of that client, including:
Check in, centering, balanced hatha yoga set considering contraindications, relaxation (with imagery as appropriate),
Include at least one suggestion from Karma, Bhakti, Raja, or Jnana Yoga tailored for this client.
Over time, we want to see something from each branch, selected, adapted and re-framed appropriately. Tools from each module should be used (not on each client – but overall)
Session Date
04/08/2024
Session Number
5
Total Session Minutes
60
Homework assignment to client/group
Observe negative thoughts about yourself and others.
Practice meditation (DOSE) at least 5 minutes once a day.
Practice before sleep the 12-minute progressive relaxation recorded on Youtube.
Journaling.
Activities
CHECK-IN
CENTERING
SITTING POSITION, OBSERVE BREATH AND SENSATIONS
NOTICE PARTS OF YOUR BODY THAT TOUCH THE GROUND
Neuroscience – you can build new neuropathways
5 kleshas or obstacles – raga, dvesa, asmita, abhinivesa, avidya. Yoga can remove these obstacles.
“(…) unless we bring a fundamental change in the realm of our likes and dislikes, the building blocks of our personality, we cannot truly transform ourselves. It is transformation at this level that brings a lasting change in all the other aspects of our lives. That is why in this sutra, Patanjali says that the highest form of meditation is meditation on alinga—meditation on one’s self-nature.
There is a common myth that our innate nature cannot be changed. The truth is that we have the power to become whatever we wish, but we can exercise this power only by purifying our mind. We do this by transcending our likes and dislikes, our attachments and aversions. This is what enables us to recognize what lies at the core of our being—how much of it is great and glorious and what is rotten and must be discarded. This means that we must gather the courage to face ourselves and let the rotten part go. Unless we do we will continue to be trapped and molded by our likes and dislikes.”
ASANAS (respect your body):
Warm-up (neck,shoulders)
SUN SALUTATION - CHAIR
BACK BEND: WARRIOR 1
FORWARD BEND:
INVERSION : LEGS UP THE CHAIR/WALL
TWIST : SUPINE
PROGRESSIVE RELAXATION
The cause of fear is in the depths of our minds, but fearlessness, courage are also there. Focus on the heart and explore the courage that exists there.
PRANAYAMA
Sinhasana – lion (diaphragmatic breathing, notice where there is constriction)
The roar comes from the contraction of the abdomen and pelvis like a strong exhalation
- releases constrictions and brings energy and awareness to the throat.
- releases deep emotions
- do it when you feel irritated or anxious, or when you haven't expressed yourself the way you wanted. You may feel happier, more grounded, and lighter – emotionally and physically.
MEDITATION
Set a sankalpa or intention.
Posture
Mudra Abhaya Hridaya
Breathing technique: inhale 5, exhale 6
Focus on something. Mantra, breathing.
Affirmation: I am a lion of courage
CLOSING
Client/Group progress summary
The clients, mainly CP loved the DOSE. She said she is sharing this technique with many people. The holding with affirmation is what she thinks can increase her concentration and boost her intentions.
Reflection and self-evaluation
These simple techniques are efficient even for those with many years of meditation, like CP. When we are too familiar with our sadhana, it can become automatic. Changing the practice can do the magic.
Final Client/Group Report
After seeing your client/group (for at least 4 sessions including interactive intake)
Please remember practicum is a learning experience. You’ll learn more from sharing what’s accurate than from what might “look good”. Things you did well, not so well, problems and questions are all valid and useful tools to teach you. We can’t serve you to become the best clinician you can be if you don’t share your challenges and mistakes. Success is anything from which you learn. You can continue to add Session entries after submitting this Final Client/Group Report.
Plan for next session
CHECK-IN
CENTERING
SITTING POSITION, OBSERVE BREATH AND SENSATIONS
NOTICE PARTS OF YOUR BODY THAT TOUCH THE GROUND
KIRTAN KRIYA – SAT NAM (daily ritual 12 minutes)
ASANAS (respect your body):
Warm-up (neck,shoulders)
MOON SALUTATION (Julie Lusk)
BACK BEND: MAKARASANA
FORWARD BEND: FROG (hands above the head together for Sahasrara, 3rd eye, heart, ground) with SA TA NA MA
INVERSION : LEGS UP THE WALL OR CHAIR
TWIST : SUPINE
PROGRESSIVE RELAXATION
(SMTT p.111)
PRANAYAMA
BREATH OF JOY
MEDITATION
Set a sankalpa or intention. Clear your mind of what you no longer need.
KIRTAN KRIYA (SA TA NA MA)
Focus on: Mantra, Finger Mudra. Visualization of energy from the brain center to the third eye, clearing.
CLOSING
You now have tools to help control your emotions. Continue your yoga practice. https://alzheimersprevention.org/research/kirtan-kriya-yoga-exercise/
https://alzheimersprevention.org/downloadables/White_Paper.pdf
Report briefly on each Kosha below
Progress toward wellness or worsening reported by the client/group or that you observed in the following areas
