Yoga Zone studios founder Alan Finger introduces listeners to the principles of ISHTA yoga in this collection of guided meditations for health and affirmation.

The ISHTA yoga system is at the heart of Finger's philosophy and its initials stand for Integrated Science of Hatha, Tantra, and Ayurveda.

Embracing elements from a variety of yoga styles, ISHTA helps students find the perfect union of postures, breath control, and meditation techniques to develop their own personalized health practice.

Unsurprisingly, one of the first things Finger points out in LIFE ENHANCING MEDITATIONS is that ISHTA means "individual" or "unique" in Sanskrit.

This two-disc set focuses on the meditation aspects of ISHTA and is appropriate for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

Finger brings listeners on a journey of self-reflection and self-affirmation.

His gentle, soothing voice instantly establishes trust and promotes a sense of calm.

The first disc in the set provides two different meditations with opening instructions and closing words.

They can be done together or separately, depending on the listener's available time and experience.

The second CD features four ragas, or musical meditations, that have no spoken lyrics but are perfect for yoga practice and for future meditations once the listener is familiar with the introductory material.