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Inside OCTOBER <strong>2012</strong> Dristi Death At the time of Death, 12 What we are thinking when we die is most important, explains Clayton. Serenity or Serendipty 13 Danny shares the lesson he learned from a cemetery and his dogs. Death & Dying, 14 How we live is vital to how we’ll die, says Yogi. Postponing Death, 15 Mihaiela says practicing Pratyahara can help us prepare for death. Teaching vs s Realit ality, , 16 Nitai found what he learned about death had little bearing when he actually faced it. On the Cover CHRIS CHAVEZ photo by Eli Castson Chris Chavez first began practicing Iyengar Yoga in Ireland, where he was touring as a professional musician in the mid 1990’s. In 2001, he landed in Los Angeles, California, where he submerged himself into yoga and began to teach. He was certified as an Anusara Instructor between 2006 and <strong>2012</strong>. In addition to teaching yoga around the world, Chris maintains a music career. www.chrischavez.com Special Features Om: What’s all the Fuss, 18 Andy explains Om and how to chant it. Kriya Yoga, 22 Allen traces a brief history of kriya yoga. Yin Yoga, 25 Dona watches some parts of her die in her Yin practice. Who reads <strong>Namaskar</strong>? 4,500 copies are distributed for free to teachers and studios in: 1. Australia 2. Cambodia 3. China 4. Czech Republic 5. France 6. Finland 7. Germany 8. Hong Kong 9. Iceland 10. India 11. Indonesia 12. Ireland 13. Israel 14. Japan 15. Macau 16. Malaysia 17. Netherlands 18. Philippines 19. Singapore 20. South Korea 21. Taiwan 22. Thailand 23. Turkey 24. UK 25. USA 26. Vietnam If you would like to offer <strong>Namaskar</strong> to your students or customers, email fgairns@netvigator.com Regular Contributions NEWS, WORKSHOPS, RETREATS & TEACHER TRAININGS, 5 TEACHER’S VOICE, 16 MYTHOLOGY IN A MINUTE, 20 POETRY, 20 RETREAT REVIEW, 26 CONFERENCE REVIEW, 31 LECTURE REVIEW, 32 FESTIVAL REVIEW, 35 BOOK REVIEW, 36 & 39 RECIPE, 40 SSRF, 42 TEACHER & STUDIO LISTINGS, 45 About <strong>Namaskar</strong> <strong>Namaskar</strong> provides a voice for the yoga community around the world. The publication is a vehicle for practitioners on a yogic path to share their knowledge, learnings and experiences with others. <strong>Namaskar</strong>, is published quarterly in January, April, June (coinciding with Asia Yoga Conference) and <strong>Oct</strong>ober. We welcome unsolicited submissions, therefore the opinions expressed within these pages are not necessarily those of <strong>Namaskar</strong> or its volunteers. <strong>Namaskar</strong> is distributed at no charge through yoga studios, fitness centres, retail outlets, food & beverage outlets and other yoga-friendly locations. For more information, to contribute or to order <strong>Namaskar</strong>, please contact:: Carol, Administration carol@caroladams.hk Wai-Ling, News Editor & Copy Editor wailing.tse@gmail.com Frances, Editor & Publisher fgairns@netvigator.com /+ 852 9460 1967 Deadline for January 2013 issue: December 15, <strong>2012</strong> 3