Vijnanamaya Kosa operations Yogic Counseling
Yogic counseling Any counseling requires the counselor to know Medical history Psychological history Religious history Family history
Why YOGIC? Concepts in psychology Matter is the essence of creation Mind is the product of matter Therefore the soul or the self is ‘secondary’ Solution oriented discussion
Why YOGIC? Concepts in yoga Conciousness is the essence of creation Matter is the product of mind Therefore the soul or the self is ‘primary’ Problem oriented discussion
External changes to suit problems Why YOGIC? External changes to suit problems
Internal changes to suit problems Why YOGIC? Internal changes to suit problems
Why YOGIC? Concepts of Ego Peace of mind Responsibility Dharma
Concept of Panca Kosa ANANDA VIJNANA MANA PRANA ANNA GROSS SUBTLE
Counselor’s tips LISTEN ïv[ very important Allow the participant to articulate the problem – ‘solution will emerge’ Do not mislead Do not judge
Counselor’s tips Never mix priorities with emotions Make him feel that he is right Keep the ‘confidentiality’ Be Trustworthy - Be Useful
Role of the mind Pain is always more in the mind Participant has less ‘space’ to work with Give your mind and heart space so that he feels that he has enough to work with for the problem
Secure Gestures Language Tone of speech Descriptions Intonations Watch yourself !! Secure Gestures Language Tone of speech Descriptions Intonations