Axel's Influences
Axel is a student of Swami Sivananda who founded Integral Yoga. This approach combines the four main branches of yoga into one comprehensive system. Each of the four branches appeals to a different temperament. Karma Yoga emphasizes service, community and social engagement. Bhakti Yoga is a path of transformation through loving devotion. Raja Yoga focuses on disciplined practice and refinement of the will. Jnana Yoga is the path of developing the mind and acquiring wisdom. Integral Yoga promotes the development of all of these capacities, engaging the heart, mind and will in action.
Revered as a saint in India, Swami Sivananda wrote more than 350 books and stands as one of the most influential spiritual teachers of the 20th century. Beginning his career as a medical doctor, he was initiated and became a monk. After many years of study and meditation, Swami Sivananda founded the Divine life Society. Since that time, many affiliated centres have been established around the world. For more information about this remarkable teacher, his mission and message, please consult www.sivanandaonline.org