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Aimee Hughes

Aimee is an advanced yogi (21 years) and mindfulness enthusiast. After earning her B.A. in French from Tulane University and then Doctor of Naturopathy (ND) credentials from Clayton College, she has gone on to pen more than 500 holistic health and spirituality articles for a number of worldwide publications, including Gaia TV, DOYOUYOGA, "The South African Journal of Natural Medicine," "OnFitness" magazine, "Longevity Times," Yogapedia.com and more. Aimee has also authored a self-published vegan cookbook titled, "The Sexy Vegan Kitchen: Culinary Adventures in Love & Sex." You can find her at her new site: https://natura.yoga

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Mudras are yogic gestures of the hands that help channel energy for various physical and spiritual benefits. Here's a list of 10 of the...

5 Beautiful Mantras to Add to Your Practice 5 Beautiful Mantras to Add to Your Practice 5 Beautiful Mantras to Add to Your Practice 5 Beautiful Mantras to Add to Your Practice


Mantras are a powerful part of your yoga practice, but with so many to choose from it's hard to pick. Here are five beautiful mantras...

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Drishti is a single-pointed gaze used in yoga asana practice to increase concentration and awareness. Learn how cultivating this gaze can...

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If you have been contemplating a 30 Day Yoga Challenge, do it! Now is the perfect time to start and here's what you need to know

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Practicing Metta-Bhavana means focusing on yourself and others with a dedication to loving-kindness. Here are the simple steps to get you...

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Want to get into yoga, but are turned off by traditional yoga styles? Here are 5 tips to help you find the right kind of yoga for you!

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Facing some digestion problems? Here are the best mudras to help balance and better your digestive health.

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10 Goddesses Meditation will help you focus on the wisdom each face of the Mother represents. Here's a look at each of the goddess in this...

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Experiencing back pain? Here are four of the best yoga asanas to help strengthen your back!

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Here are powerful 5 mantras for you to try to help start you japa meditation practice.

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Your throat chakra is responsible for your ability to speak and communicate freely. Here's a look at how to develop and balance your throat...

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Have you ever wondered what Om means or why its often chanted in a yoga class? Learn more about this mantra and what it can do for you.

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Kriyas are most often associated with kundalini energy and offering a multitude of health benefits, but should be approached with care and...

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You may have experienced a sound bath with gongs or Buddhist singing bowls, but a crystal sound bath is different. It’s a sound bath that...

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Your Muladhara chakra is often viewed as the most important of all the chakras, because the foundation must be healthy and balanced if the...

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Using nature and all our senses as a means of tapping into the beauty of our innate connection with one another and the planet, Bill’s...

The Power of Pratyahara The Power of Pratyahara The Power of Pratyahara The Power of Pratyahara


Every time we go inward via pratyahara, we become friendlier with our mind. Befriending our own minds is a powerful way to truly see our...

How to Create a Personal Puja in Your Home How to Create a Personal Puja in Your Home How to Create a Personal Puja in Your Home How to Create a Personal Puja in Your Home


Creating a personal puja is a deeply spiritual practice and an integral part of your daily ritual. Learn how to make one that is unique to...

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For Valentine's Day, why not try a heart-opening visualization meditation to get really present with the intelligence and awareness of your...

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In Tonglen meditation, we take in the pain of others on an in breath, and send out healing vibes and thoughts on our out breath. Here's how...

Shiva and Shakti: The Divine Energies Within Us All Shiva and Shakti: The Divine Energies Within Us All Shiva and Shakti: The Divine Energies Within Us All Shiva and Shakti: The Divine Energies Within Us All


The union of the divine masculine and feminine energies is Shiva and Shakti in consort. Learn about the qualities of each energy and the...

Shreem Brzee: The Made-Up Mantra That Garnered a Huge Following Shreem Brzee: The Made-Up Mantra That Garnered a Huge Following Shreem Brzee: The Made-Up Mantra That Garnered a Huge Following Shreem Brzee: The Made-Up Mantra That Garnered a Huge Following


Shreem Brzee claims to bring the evoker wealth and prosperity. But where did this mantra originate? Is it all just a marketing ploy? Find...

A Back-Bending Sequence to Stave off the Winter Blues A Back-Bending Sequence to Stave off the Winter Blues A Back-Bending Sequence to Stave off the Winter Blues A Back-Bending Sequence to Stave off the Winter Blues


Yoga postures—specifically those that bend us backwards—have the power to uplift even the grumpiest Grinches among us. Here's a potent...

New Year, New You: How to Start Your Meditation Practice for Good New Year, New You: How to Start Your Meditation Practice for Good New Year, New You: How to Start Your Meditation Practice for Good New Year, New You: How to Start Your Meditation Practice for Good


Let’s finally commit to a meditation practice. This is the year to do it. Here are some trusty tips to show you how.

The Meaning of Atman Is Brahman The Meaning of Atman Is Brahman The Meaning of Atman Is Brahman The Meaning of Atman Is Brahman


Discover where the saying came from, the ins and outs of its true meaning, and what it means for us as yogis on the path.

4 Twists to Drain Away Your Stress and Tension 4 Twists to Drain Away Your Stress and Tension 4 Twists to Drain Away Your Stress and Tension 4 Twists to Drain Away Your Stress and Tension


Not only are twisting poses detoxifying in nature, they’re all de-stressifying! So, let’s take to our yoga mats and twist out some stress...

How to Inspire a Kapha How to Inspire a Kapha How to Inspire a Kapha How to Inspire a Kapha


It’s really easy for a kapha dosha to lose motivation and inspiration, which begs the question, how do you inspire a kapha? Here are some...

5 Ways to Awaken Your Divine Feminine Shakti Energy 5 Ways to Awaken Your Divine Feminine Shakti Energy 5 Ways to Awaken Your Divine Feminine Shakti Energy 5 Ways to Awaken Your Divine Feminine Shakti Energy


Shakti is the feminine counterpart to your masculine (Shiva) energy. Learn five ways you can awaken this goddess energy within.

Building Stamina With Yoga Building Stamina With Yoga Building Stamina With Yoga Building Stamina With Yoga


With so many different styles of yoga to choose from nowadays, it’s fairly easy to find a class that’s actually geared towards building...

The 3 Best Ayurveda Schools in America The 3 Best Ayurveda Schools in America The 3 Best Ayurveda Schools in America The 3 Best Ayurveda Schools in America


Thinking about going back to school for Ayurveda? Get to know the top three Ayurveda schools in America and which one is right for you.

Samsara: The Wheel Of Life Samsara: The Wheel Of Life Samsara: The Wheel Of Life Samsara: The Wheel Of Life


Samsara is the evolving wheel of life we are all destined to keep repeating, unless we reach liberation. Here's how yoga can help us escape...

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Interested in learning how to make ghee? It's easier than you think! Here's how to make your own delicious ghee at home (and how to use...

7 Yoga Poses for Balancing the Pitta 7 Yoga Poses for Balancing the Pitta 7 Yoga Poses for Balancing the Pitta 7 Yoga Poses for Balancing the Pitta


When your pitta dosha is burning a little too brightly, these seven yoga poses will help you cool it down and bring your doshas back into...

6 Yoga Poses for Balancing the Kapha 6 Yoga Poses for Balancing the Kapha 6 Yoga Poses for Balancing the Kapha 6 Yoga Poses for Balancing the Kapha


When kapha dosha is out of balance, you’ll probably feel sluggish and low in energy. These yoga poses and practices will help balance your...

How Reiki Can Help Heal Your Energy How Reiki Can Help Heal Your Energy How Reiki Can Help Heal Your Energy How Reiki Can Help Heal Your Energy


Reiki is a form of Japanese energy healing that is becoming more and more popular in the yoga community. Here's a look at what reiki is and...

8 Yoga Asanas for Neck Pain 8 Yoga Asanas for Neck Pain 8 Yoga Asanas for Neck Pain 8 Yoga Asanas for Neck Pain


We all spend far too much time with hunched backs and crunched necks. Here are 8 yoga poses to help you bust that neck pain!

Yogas Chitta Vritti Nirodha: Patanjali's Definition of Yoga, Explained Yogas Chitta Vritti Nirodha: Patanjali's Definition of Yoga, Explained Yogas Chitta Vritti Nirodha: Patanjali's Definition of Yoga, Explained Yogas Chitta Vritti Nirodha: Patanjali's Definition of Yoga, Explained


Patanjali defines yoga as 'yogas chitta vritti nirodha,' but what does that really mean? Here's a break down of Patanjali's famous...

The Meaning of Om Mani Padme Hum The Meaning of Om Mani Padme Hum The Meaning of Om Mani Padme Hum The Meaning of Om Mani Padme Hum


The reason for this Buddhist mantra's popularity lies in the profound blessings it brings to the believer. Learn more about the power...

Which Mudra Is For You Which Mudra Is For You Which Mudra Is For You Which Mudra Is For You


Yoga classes tend not to put much focus on mudras, but these powerful hand gestures can help your mind, body and soul. Here's how to find...

5 Ways You Can Naturally Relax With Just Your Breath 5 Ways You Can Naturally Relax With Just Your Breath 5 Ways You Can Naturally Relax With Just Your Breath 5 Ways You Can Naturally Relax With Just Your Breath


Happy National Relaxation Day! Here are 5 ways breathing techniques can help you take the edge off naturally.

10 Steps of Yoga Nidra 10 Steps of Yoga Nidra 10 Steps of Yoga Nidra 10 Steps of Yoga Nidra


Yoga nidra isn't as mainstream as other types of yoga, but it's a great style of yoga to help bring you peace. Here are the 10 steps of...

Top 10 Reasons to Meditate (And 10 Online Classes to Help You Get Started) Top 10 Reasons to Meditate (And 10 Online Classes to Help You Get Started) Top 10 Reasons to Meditate (And 10 Online Classes to Help You Get Started) Top 10 Reasons to Meditate (And 10 Online Classes to Help You Get Started)


The list of reasons why meditation is great for you is long and lengthy. Here are the top 10 reasons why you should start a meditation...

13 Most Commonly Used Essential Oils and How to Use Them 13 Most Commonly Used Essential Oils and How to Use Them 13 Most Commonly Used Essential Oils and How to Use Them 13 Most Commonly Used Essential Oils and How to Use Them


Essential oils are a great addition to help find balance and wellness in your everyday life, and to help bring new life to your sadhana!...

Top Tips to Creating a Great Yoga Sequence Top Tips to Creating a Great Yoga Sequence Top Tips to Creating a Great Yoga Sequence Top Tips to Creating a Great Yoga Sequence


Creating a yoga sequence can be challenging, but it's also a great way to express your creativity! Learn how to safely and easily create a...

5 Yoga Poses to Release Tight Hips 5 Yoga Poses to Release Tight Hips 5 Yoga Poses to Release Tight Hips 5 Yoga Poses to Release Tight Hips


The hips are said to be a central storage place for emotional baggage. Here are 5 yoga poses to help release both your hips and your...

8 Awesome Yoga Retreats That Won't Break the Bank 8 Awesome Yoga Retreats That Won't Break the Bank 8 Awesome Yoga Retreats That Won't Break the Bank 8 Awesome Yoga Retreats That Won't Break the Bank


Yoga retreats are a great way to relax, rewind and give your body and mind a much needed break. Here are 8 yoga retreats that will leave...

A Super Bundle of Yoga Resources You Shouldn't Miss A Super Bundle of Yoga Resources You Shouldn't Miss A Super Bundle of Yoga Resources You Shouldn't Miss A Super Bundle of Yoga Resources You Shouldn't Miss


This limited time bundle of yoga resources is the perfect addition to any yogi's toolbox! Here's a look at this amazing super stack!

The Power of Mudras The Power of Mudras The Power of Mudras The Power of Mudras


Mudras are incredible tools to help influence your mind, body, and spirit. Here's why mudras are so powerful and why you should incorporate...

How Yoga Spread to Europe, America, and Around the World How Yoga Spread to Europe, America, and Around the World How Yoga Spread to Europe, America, and Around the World How Yoga Spread to Europe, America, and Around the World


Happy International Day of Yoga! To celebrate, let's take a close look at how this wonderful practice we all love and appreciate came into...

10 Ways to Celebrate International Yoga Day 10 Ways to Celebrate International Yoga Day 10 Ways to Celebrate International Yoga Day 10 Ways to Celebrate International Yoga Day


International Yoga Day is celebrated on the 21st of June every year. Here are 10 fun ways you can show your love for your practice on this...

The Second Step of Yoga: Niyama The Second Step of Yoga: Niyama The Second Step of Yoga: Niyama The Second Step of Yoga: Niyama


Niyamas are limbs on the branches that make up the graceful and mysterious thing we call yoga. Here's an introduction to the 5 niyamas and...

Fill Your Mind, Body and Soul: A Morning Ritual to Start Your Days Fill Your Mind, Body and Soul: A Morning Ritual to Start Your Days Fill Your Mind, Body and Soul: A Morning Ritual to Start Your Days Fill Your Mind, Body and Soul: A Morning Ritual to Start Your Days


A morning ritual is one of the most precious ways to fill yourself up, physically, mentally and spiritually. Try this morning ritual to...

National Meditation Day: The Fringe Benefits of Meditation National Meditation Day: The Fringe Benefits of Meditation National Meditation Day: The Fringe Benefits of Meditation National Meditation Day: The Fringe Benefits of Meditation


We all know meditation is good for you, but there are many more benefits that people don't know about! In honour of National Meditation Day...

Connect With Yourself: 5 Mudras for the Heart Connect With Yourself: 5 Mudras for the Heart Connect With Yourself: 5 Mudras for the Heart Connect With Yourself: 5 Mudras for the Heart


Mudras can help bring you relief during times of struggle. Try these five mudras to reconnect with your heart, and to help get you through...

How to Prep For Inversions How to Prep For Inversions How to Prep For Inversions How to Prep For Inversions


Inversions are great for the physical and mental body, but getting into them requires a proper training and warm up so you don't hurt...

Dancing Incorrectly: 4 Common Mistakes of Dancer's Pose (Natarajasana) and How to Fix Them Dancing Incorrectly: 4 Common Mistakes of Dancer's Pose (Natarajasana) and How to Fix Them Dancing Incorrectly: 4 Common Mistakes of Dancer's Pose (Natarajasana) and How to Fix Them Dancing Incorrectly: 4 Common Mistakes of Dancer's Pose (Natarajasana) and How to Fix Them


Dancer's Pose (natarajasana) is many people's favourite yoga pose, but it's also one that can easily be done incorrectly. Here are four...

Best Sites for Online Yoga Classes to Deepen Your Practice Best Sites for Online Yoga Classes to Deepen Your Practice Best Sites for Online Yoga Classes to Deepen Your Practice Best Sites for Online Yoga Classes to Deepen Your Practice


Looking to get into online yoga classes? Here's a list of some of the best subscriptions and classes available to you in the comfort of...

Top 5 Benefits of Halasana: Why Plow Pose is so Good for You Top 5 Benefits of Halasana: Why Plow Pose is so Good for You Top 5 Benefits of Halasana: Why Plow Pose is so Good for You Top 5 Benefits of Halasana: Why Plow Pose is so Good for You


The full list of benefits of plow pose (halasana) is long and lengthy. Here are the top 5 reasons why this yoga pose is so good for you and...

Get Grounded This Earth Day and Try 'Earthing' Get Grounded This Earth Day and Try 'Earthing' Get Grounded This Earth Day and Try 'Earthing' Get Grounded This Earth Day and Try 'Earthing'


Learn how 'earthing,' or grounding, helps us feel energized and can restore our sleep pattern to a natural circadian rhythm.

The Best Yoga Mats You Can Find on Amazon The Best Yoga Mats You Can Find on Amazon The Best Yoga Mats You Can Find on Amazon The Best Yoga Mats You Can Find on Amazon


In need of a need of a new yoga mat? Here's a comparison of some of the best options available on Amazon!

How to Get Into Yoga How to Get Into Yoga How to Get Into Yoga How to Get Into Yoga


Yoga can be an intimidating activity to get into, but you shouldn't let that stop you. Here are some ways you can get into yoga, regardless...

Who is Patanjali: An Introduction to the Father of Yoga Who is Patanjali: An Introduction to the Father of Yoga Who is Patanjali: An Introduction to the Father of Yoga Who is Patanjali: An Introduction to the Father of Yoga


If you've studied or practiced yoga, chances are you've heard of Patanjali, but who was he and why is he so important? Here's an...

7 Inspirational Women of Yoga 7 Inspirational Women of Yoga 7 Inspirational Women of Yoga 7 Inspirational Women of Yoga


In honour of Women's History Month, here are seven inspiring yoginis that can teach you a lot about what it means to be a yogi in this day...

Balancing Your Manipura: How to Realign Your Solar Plexus Chakra Balancing Your Manipura: How to Realign Your Solar Plexus Chakra Balancing Your Manipura: How to Realign Your Solar Plexus Chakra Balancing Your Manipura: How to Realign Your Solar Plexus Chakra


Manipura, or solar plexus chakra, is the seat of your personal power. When it's unbalanced we can feel self-doubt or a lack of confidence....

Applying the Wisdom of Ayurveda and Jyotish Astrology Off Your Mat Applying the Wisdom of Ayurveda and Jyotish Astrology Off Your Mat Applying the Wisdom of Ayurveda and Jyotish Astrology Off Your Mat Applying the Wisdom of Ayurveda and Jyotish Astrology Off Your Mat


The sister sciences of yoga, Ayurveda and Jyotish Astrology, are often over looked. Here's how these practices can help transform your...

6 Parts of the Yoga Lifestyle You Might be Overlooking 6 Parts of the Yoga Lifestyle You Might be Overlooking 6 Parts of the Yoga Lifestyle You Might be Overlooking 6 Parts of the Yoga Lifestyle You Might be Overlooking


Yoga is more than just breathing, sun salutations and savasana. Here are six parts of the yoga lifestyle you might be overlooking.

Applying the Wisdom of the Vedas Off Your Mat Applying the Wisdom of the Vedas Off Your Mat Applying the Wisdom of the Vedas Off Your Mat Applying the Wisdom of the Vedas Off Your Mat


There's more to the Vedas than just yoga. These ancient Hindu texts can teach you how to live a fuller, more connected life. Here's how to...

An Introduction to Kundalini Yoga An Introduction to Kundalini Yoga An Introduction to Kundalini Yoga An Introduction to Kundalini Yoga


Kundalini Yoga is not as well known as other yoga types, but its growing popularity and powerful kriyas may soon change that. Here's what...

Hasya Yoga: Laughing Your Way to a Happier, Healthier You Hasya Yoga: Laughing Your Way to a Happier, Healthier You Hasya Yoga: Laughing Your Way to a Happier, Healthier You Hasya Yoga: Laughing Your Way to a Happier, Healthier You


They say laughter is the best medicine. Hasya Yoga, or Laughter Yoga, is a yoga style that takes this to heart. Designed to make you laugh...

5 Detoxifying and Restorative Poses to Help You Bounce Back This Holiday Season 5 Detoxifying and Restorative Poses to Help You Bounce Back This Holiday Season 5 Detoxifying and Restorative Poses to Help You Bounce Back This Holiday Season 5 Detoxifying and Restorative Poses to Help You Bounce Back This Holiday Season


The holidays are upon us! Which means sweet foods, sweet drinks, and, potentially, a disrupted system. Here are 5 detoxifying and...

4 Essential Asanas to Increase Flexibility 4 Essential Asanas to Increase Flexibility 4 Essential Asanas to Increase Flexibility 4 Essential Asanas to Increase Flexibility


Flexibility is a key part of life. These 4 essential yoga asanas will help you to stretch and relax the most important parts of your body,...

It's Okay to Fall: Top 3 Balancing Poses to Teach You How to Pick Yourself Back Up It's Okay to Fall: Top 3 Balancing Poses to Teach You How to Pick Yourself Back Up It's Okay to Fall: Top 3 Balancing Poses to Teach You How to Pick Yourself Back Up It's Okay to Fall: Top 3 Balancing Poses to Teach You How to Pick Yourself Back Up


Balancing poses help us build discipline and focus to help keep us steady in even the wobbliest of times. Here are our top 3 balancing...

Happy Diwali! This Festival of Lights Will Illuminate Your Fall. Happy Diwali! This Festival of Lights Will Illuminate Your Fall. Happy Diwali! This Festival of Lights Will Illuminate Your Fall. Happy Diwali! This Festival of Lights Will Illuminate Your Fall.


Diwali is a popular Hindu festival celebrated in the fall. Learn more about this colorful festival of lights and how you can join in on the...

Sun Salutation A Versus Sun Salutation B: The Difference You Should Know Sun Salutation A Versus Sun Salutation B: The Difference You Should Know Sun Salutation A Versus Sun Salutation B: The Difference You Should Know Sun Salutation A Versus Sun Salutation B: The Difference You Should Know


Sun Salutation A and B, also known as Surya Namaskara A and B, are important series in almost every yoga practice, but they're also very...

Full Moon Yoga Flow Full Moon Yoga Flow Full Moon Yoga Flow Full Moon Yoga Flow


Come together in community to celebrate the Halloween season with this fun and fluid full moon yoga flow and meditation.

5 Essential Asanas to Kickstart Your Mornings 5 Essential Asanas to Kickstart Your Mornings 5 Essential Asanas to Kickstart Your Mornings 5 Essential Asanas to Kickstart Your Mornings


Wake up and get energized for your day with these five essential yoga asanas.

Happy Navratri! Celebrate Hinduism's Warrior Goddess Durga Happy Navratri! Celebrate Hinduism's Warrior Goddess Durga Happy Navratri! Celebrate Hinduism's Warrior Goddess Durga Happy Navratri! Celebrate Hinduism's Warrior Goddess Durga


Durga is the Hindu goddess warrior helping to protect us from the forces of evil. Learn how to call upon this deva deity when you're in...

5 Simple Rules to Meditation 5 Simple Rules to Meditation 5 Simple Rules to Meditation 5 Simple Rules to Meditation


Getting into the habit of practicing meditation can be a challenge. Use these five simple rules to jump-start your practice and transform...

Guru Guru Guru Guru


Find out what the long lineage of yoga gurus have been trying to tell us all along (hint: it's not the same, or at least it doesn't stay...

Roots of Suffering Roots of Suffering Roots of Suffering Roots of Suffering


Learn how our minds create suffering, and what you can do to attain inner peace and free your mind.

Heart Intelligence Heart Intelligence Heart Intelligence Heart Intelligence


Learning to listen to the intelligence of your heart can open you up to a powerful shift in consciousness. Find out how to access your...

Meditation Meditation Meditation Meditation


Incorporating a daily meditation into your yoga asana and spiritual practice will have a profound impact on your life. Learn the benefits...

4 True Purposes for Why We Practice Yoga Asana 4 True Purposes for Why We Practice Yoga Asana 4 True Purposes for Why We Practice Yoga Asana 4 True Purposes for Why We Practice Yoga Asana


Asanas make up the physical aspect of yoga. They are what we commonly think of when we say we are going to a yoga class. But what is the...

Discipline Discipline Discipline Discipline


There’s an innate essence in yoga that somehow drives yogis to embrace it as a self-discipline, day after day. Here's how this discipline...

Yoga Styles Yoga Styles Yoga Styles Yoga Styles


There are many styles of yoga available to the modern-day yogi. Which one is right for you? Learn about 12 of the most popular yoga styles,...

A Guided Meditation on the Universal Self A Guided Meditation on the Universal Self A Guided Meditation on the Universal Self A Guided Meditation on the Universal Self


Try this guided meditation on connecting with your true Self and you'll find connection with a power far greater than you could have ever...

Moonbathing Moonbathing Moonbathing Moonbathing


Moonbathing is the simple act of bathing outside, under the cosmic beauty of soft moonlight. Learn how it can also help cool down your...

Nourishment Nourishment Nourishment Nourishment


To help make the most out of your summer, here are four of the best places to look for soul nourishment — the kind that’s sustainable, fun...

Mindfulness Mindfulness Mindfulness Mindfulness


Being more mindful doesn't have to be an appointment in our calendar. Here are 8 ways to practice it at any and every moment.

Purpose Purpose Purpose Purpose


Often we think of desire as a negative. Learn how to turn your desires into a positive tool for transformation and discover your life's...

Ego Ego Ego Ego


Our ego is only our external identity. Who we truly are is much, much more. Learn how to dissolve your ego through a guided meditation...

The Five Natural Elements The Five Natural Elements The Five Natural Elements The Five Natural Elements


Learn how you can better understand yourself and the natural world around you through yoga.

Non-attachment Non-attachment Non-attachment Non-attachment


Non-attachment (or aparigraha) is not detachment. Learn more about this Buddhist and yogic principle, and how to practice it.

Ayurveda's Top 5 Medicinal Plants for Restoring Balance to the Body Ayurveda's Top 5 Medicinal Plants for Restoring Balance to the Body Ayurveda's Top 5 Medicinal Plants for Restoring Balance to the Body Ayurveda's Top 5 Medicinal Plants for Restoring Balance to the Body


Discover Ayurveda's top five most powerful medicinal plants to heal and restore your body.

Choosing the Best Translation of the Bhagavad Gita Choosing the Best Translation of the Bhagavad Gita Choosing the Best Translation of the Bhagavad Gita Choosing the Best Translation of the Bhagavad Gita


The Bhagavad Gita is a must-read for all yogis, but with so many translations out there, which version should you read? Here are five best...

Consciousness Consciousness Consciousness Consciousness


Learn how asking the question, 'Who am I?,' is a profound spiritual practice that can lead to a greater vastness of consciousness.

Nature Nature Nature Nature


Tuning into nature’s dynamic play is one of the most fascinating aspects of our journey to Spirit. Here's how to enhance your connection to...

Sadhana Sadhana Sadhana Sadhana


Thinking of skipping your sadhana? Think again and try these five simple poses to move you through a complete, quick and peaceful practice...

Sage Smudging: How to Cleanse With This Healing Herb and Sanctify Your Spiritual Practice Sage Smudging: How to Cleanse With This Healing Herb and Sanctify Your Spiritual Practice Sage Smudging: How to Cleanse With This Healing Herb and Sanctify Your Spiritual Practice Sage Smudging: How to Cleanse With This Healing Herb and Sanctify Your Spiritual Practice


The ritual of burning sage is a powerful way to purify and clear negative energy from your environment. Learn the science behind this...

The Vedas The Vedas The Vedas The Vedas


Explore just what the Vedas are and what they can teach us as students of yoga.

Yoga Sequence Yoga Sequence Yoga Sequence Yoga Sequence


For days when you think you have no time for a complete yoga practice, here's a go-to sequence when time is short and all you have is just...

Yoga Retreat Yoga Retreat Yoga Retreat Yoga Retreat


Have you been thinking of treating yourself to a retreat for years and years? If the time has finally come, you'll definitely want to check...

3 Ways to Stop Anxiety With Yoga 3 Ways to Stop Anxiety With Yoga 3 Ways to Stop Anxiety With Yoga 3 Ways to Stop Anxiety With Yoga


Whether it's work, the nature of modern-day life or just the stress of feeling constantly under pressure, anxiety can take a toll. The...

Kindle Your Kundalini With This Divinely Energizing Style of Yoga Kindle Your Kundalini With This Divinely Energizing Style of Yoga Kindle Your Kundalini With This Divinely Energizing Style of Yoga Kindle Your Kundalini With This Divinely Energizing Style of Yoga


Kundalini yoga is a style unlike any other, with some elements similar to Hatha yoga and other elements totally different. Learn more about...

7 Steps to Take Your Meditation Practice to the Next Level 7 Steps to Take Your Meditation Practice to the Next Level 7 Steps to Take Your Meditation Practice to the Next Level 7 Steps to Take Your Meditation Practice to the Next Level


Ready to explore your meditation practice more deeply and connect with higher levels of consciousness? Here are seven simple tips to get...

'Ramayana': The Indian Love Story of Rama and Sita 'Ramayana': The Indian Love Story of Rama and Sita 'Ramayana': The Indian Love Story of Rama and Sita 'Ramayana': The Indian Love Story of Rama and Sita


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The bandhas are shrouded in mystery. And for good reason! Like the chakras, you can’t see them with the naked eye.Mula bandha is one...

Mantra meditation is one of the most effective styles of meditation out there. When I say effective, I mean, it works to focus, and consequently, quiet, the mind in a way other forms of meditation don’t do. It’s a focused... Mantra meditation is one of the most effective styles of meditation out there. When I say effective, I mean, it works to focus, and consequently, quiet, the mind in a way other forms of meditation don’t do. It’s a focused... Mantra meditation is one of the most effective styles of meditation out there. When I say effective, I mean, it works to focus, and consequently, quiet, the mind in a way other forms of meditation don’t do. It’s a focused... Mantra meditation is one of the most effective styles of meditation out there. When I say effective, I mean, it works to focus, and consequently, quiet, the mind in a way other forms of meditation don’t do. It’s a focused...


Mantra meditation is one of the most effective styles of meditation out there. When I say effective, I mean, it works to focus, and...

Mala beads are fantastic tools for mantra meditation and spiritual practice. When activated, they are believed to hold great spiritual power to assist you in your meditation practice as well as your overall spiritual journey... Mala beads are fantastic tools for mantra meditation and spiritual practice. When activated, they are believed to hold great spiritual power to assist you in your meditation practice as well as your overall spiritual journey... Mala beads are fantastic tools for mantra meditation and spiritual practice. When activated, they are believed to hold great spiritual power to assist you in your meditation practice as well as your overall spiritual journey... Mala beads are fantastic tools for mantra meditation and spiritual practice. When activated, they are believed to hold great spiritual power to assist you in your meditation practice as well as your overall spiritual journey...


Mala beads are fantastic tools for mantra meditation and spiritual practice. When activated, they are believed to hold great spiritual...

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Ever get confused about how to chant OM? I know I have. So, I decided to do some research. I mean, I didn’t want to go about chanting...

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Seva, or selfless service, is a wonderful aspect of yoga that we can practice off the mat. Seva is a Sanskrit term that means helping...

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between the Buddhist concept of non-attachment and the act of simply being detached? They are sometimes mistaken for one another, but the truth is they’re completely different... Have you ever wondered what the difference is between the Buddhist concept of non-attachment and the act of simply being detached? They are sometimes mistaken for one another, but the truth is they’re completely different... Have you ever wondered what the difference is between the Buddhist concept of non-attachment and the act of simply being detached? They are sometimes mistaken for one another, but the truth is they’re completely different... Have you ever wondered what the difference is between the Buddhist concept of non-attachment and the act of simply being detached? They are sometimes mistaken for one another, but the truth is they’re completely different...


Have you ever wondered what the difference is between the Buddhist concept of non-attachment and the act of simply being detached? They are...

If you’ve been doing yoga for a while, whether at a studio or by watching videos in the comfort of your home, you probably know by now that it’s not recommended to practice inverted postures during your menstrual cycle. For... If you’ve been doing yoga for a while, whether at a studio or by watching videos in the comfort of your home, you probably know by now that it’s not recommended to practice inverted postures during your menstrual cycle. For... If you’ve been doing yoga for a while, whether at a studio or by watching videos in the comfort of your home, you probably know by now that it’s not recommended to practice inverted postures during your menstrual cycle. For... If you’ve been doing yoga for a while, whether at a studio or by watching videos in the comfort of your home, you probably know by now that it’s not recommended to practice inverted postures during your menstrual cycle. For...


If you’ve been doing yoga for a while, whether at a studio or by watching videos in the comfort of your home, you probably know by...

Have you been hearing the word, prana, in yoga class? Maybe the word, chi, comes up almost as much. What’s the difference between the two, anyway? Or is there any?ChiChi is the life force energy that comes from traditional... Have you been hearing the word, prana, in yoga class? Maybe the word, chi, comes up almost as much. What’s the difference between the two, anyway? Or is there any?ChiChi is the life force energy that comes from traditional... Have you been hearing the word, prana, in yoga class? Maybe the word, chi, comes up almost as much. What’s the difference between the two, anyway? Or is there any?ChiChi is the life force energy that comes from traditional... Have you been hearing the word, prana, in yoga class? Maybe the word, chi, comes up almost as much. What’s the difference between the two, anyway? Or is there any?ChiChi is the life force energy that comes from traditional...


Have you been hearing the word, prana, in yoga class? Maybe the word, chi, comes up almost as much. What’s the difference between the two,...

So, you’re considering yoga teacher training and a career change. You love yoga, but you also have a fear of public speaking. The thought of getting up to teach in front of a class is terrifying. Or perhaps you’re all... So, you’re considering yoga teacher training and a career change. You love yoga, but you also have a fear of public speaking. The thought of getting up to teach in front of a class is terrifying. Or perhaps you’re all... So, you’re considering yoga teacher training and a career change. You love yoga, but you also have a fear of public speaking. The thought of getting up to teach in front of a class is terrifying. Or perhaps you’re all... So, you’re considering yoga teacher training and a career change. You love yoga, but you also have a fear of public speaking. The thought of getting up to teach in front of a class is terrifying. Or perhaps you’re all...


So, you’re considering yoga teacher training and a career change. You love yoga, but you also have a fear of public speaking. The...

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Meditation. It’s slowly becoming as popular as yoga nowadays. This contemplative practice, brought to the West by Buddhist and yogic...


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This is a fascinating question, especially within the context of yoga, given that one of the primary aims of yoga is to know thyself. The practice of self-study, known in yogic speak as svadhyaya, is one of the core... This is a fascinating question, especially within the context of yoga, given that one of the primary aims of yoga is to know thyself. The practice of self-study, known in yogic speak as svadhyaya, is one of the core... This is a fascinating question, especially within the context of yoga, given that one of the primary aims of yoga is to know thyself. The practice of self-study, known in yogic speak as svadhyaya, is one of the core... This is a fascinating question, especially within the context of yoga, given that one of the primary aims of yoga is to know thyself. The practice of self-study, known in yogic speak as svadhyaya, is one of the core...


This is a fascinating question, especially within the context of yoga, given that one of the primary aims of yoga is to know thyself. The...


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Journals are excellent tools for contemplation. Typically used for jotting down one’s thoughts or keeping track of life events, these little books filled with blank pages can also be used for yoga. Keeping a yoga journal is... Journals are excellent tools for contemplation. Typically used for jotting down one’s thoughts or keeping track of life events, these little books filled with blank pages can also be used for yoga. Keeping a yoga journal is... Journals are excellent tools for contemplation. Typically used for jotting down one’s thoughts or keeping track of life events, these little books filled with blank pages can also be used for yoga. Keeping a yoga journal is... Journals are excellent tools for contemplation. Typically used for jotting down one’s thoughts or keeping track of life events, these little books filled with blank pages can also be used for yoga. Keeping a yoga journal is...


Journals are excellent tools for contemplation. Typically used for jotting down one’s thoughts or keeping track of life events, these...

Kundalini is best described as a coiled rope of energy that rests at the bottom of your spine. It sits there, waiting to be released, which is what happens when you have a kundalini awakening. When this happens, you begin... Kundalini is best described as a coiled rope of energy that rests at the bottom of your spine. It sits there, waiting to be released, which is what happens when you have a kundalini awakening. When this happens, you begin... Kundalini is best described as a coiled rope of energy that rests at the bottom of your spine. It sits there, waiting to be released, which is what happens when you have a kundalini awakening. When this happens, you begin... Kundalini is best described as a coiled rope of energy that rests at the bottom of your spine. It sits there, waiting to be released, which is what happens when you have a kundalini awakening. When this happens, you begin...


Kundalini is best described as a coiled rope of energy that rests at the bottom of your spine. It sits there, waiting to be released, which...


If you’ve ever practiced japa meditation you probably know just how effective it is for calming your mind and dropping you into an almost...


Turmeric is a fantastic little spice used in Ayurvedic medicine to prevent and cure a treasure trove of ills. In the Indian pantry,...


Patanjali defines one of the main goals of yoga as the ability to control the changing thought waves of the mind. In the Yoga Sutras,...


Any effort to meditate is meditation. Any time you sit in lotus pose or lie somewhere comfortable, attempting to bring your focus inward,...


Meditation has so many positive and profound effects on the body, mind, emotions and spirit. It cleanses the mind in the same way taking a...


Savasana, also known as corpse pose, is an essential part of every yoga practice. It’s that relaxation time that synthesizes a...


The starting point in meditation is your physical body. This is because the first thing we must do before going deeper in meditation is to...


Do you find it difficult to keep your yogic center in the workplace? If so, you’re not alone. There are many emotional toxins in the...

Our thoughts are powerful things — so powerful, in fact, that we actually believe them. If you’re a beginning yogi or meditator you’ve probably been taught that your thoughts are fleeting. They come and go, like clouds in... Our thoughts are powerful things — so powerful, in fact, that we actually believe them. If you’re a beginning yogi or meditator you’ve probably been taught that your thoughts are fleeting. They come and go, like clouds in... Our thoughts are powerful things — so powerful, in fact, that we actually believe them. If you’re a beginning yogi or meditator you’ve probably been taught that your thoughts are fleeting. They come and go, like clouds in... Our thoughts are powerful things — so powerful, in fact, that we actually believe them. If you’re a beginning yogi or meditator you’ve probably been taught that your thoughts are fleeting. They come and go, like clouds in...


Our thoughts are powerful things — so powerful, in fact, that we actually believe them. If you’re a beginning yogi or meditator...

Our thoughts rule our lives, and we need to cultivate mindfulness around our thoughts so that we can be truly open and present in our lives. Mindfulness of thought means paying close attention to our thoughts with a quality... Our thoughts rule our lives, and we need to cultivate mindfulness around our thoughts so that we can be truly open and present in our lives. Mindfulness of thought means paying close attention to our thoughts with a quality... Our thoughts rule our lives, and we need to cultivate mindfulness around our thoughts so that we can be truly open and present in our lives. Mindfulness of thought means paying close attention to our thoughts with a quality... Our thoughts rule our lives, and we need to cultivate mindfulness around our thoughts so that we can be truly open and present in our lives. Mindfulness of thought means paying close attention to our thoughts with a quality...


Our thoughts rule our lives, and we need to cultivate mindfulness around our thoughts so that we can be truly open and present in our lives...

It’s our true nature to be deeply content. At the heart of our being, we are loving, happy, compassionate and deeply wise beings. But it doesn’t always feel that way, does it? Many of us feel quite the opposite. Many of us... It’s our true nature to be deeply content. At the heart of our being, we are loving, happy, compassionate and deeply wise beings. But it doesn’t always feel that way, does it? Many of us feel quite the opposite. Many of us... It’s our true nature to be deeply content. At the heart of our being, we are loving, happy, compassionate and deeply wise beings. But it doesn’t always feel that way, does it? Many of us feel quite the opposite. Many of us... It’s our true nature to be deeply content. At the heart of our being, we are loving, happy, compassionate and deeply wise beings. But it doesn’t always feel that way, does it? Many of us feel quite the opposite. Many of us...


It’s our true nature to be deeply content. At the heart of our being, we are loving, happy, compassionate and deeply wise beings. But it...

The beauty of yoga practice is that it is so much more than just an exercise routine. It’s also so much more than personal time on the mat for self-care. It’s these things and much more. Because yoga also works as a mental... The beauty of yoga practice is that it is so much more than just an exercise routine. It’s also so much more than personal time on the mat for self-care. It’s these things and much more. Because yoga also works as a mental... The beauty of yoga practice is that it is so much more than just an exercise routine. It’s also so much more than personal time on the mat for self-care. It’s these things and much more. Because yoga also works as a mental... The beauty of yoga practice is that it is so much more than just an exercise routine. It’s also so much more than personal time on the mat for self-care. It’s these things and much more. Because yoga also works as a mental...


The beauty of yoga practice is that it is so much more than just an exercise routine. It’s also so much more than personal time on...

It is very important to decipher what the underlying cause of your sciatic pain is before attempting any asanas, especially if you are experiencing severe pain in your lower lumbar spine; however, from experience with... It is very important to decipher what the underlying cause of your sciatic pain is before attempting any asanas, especially if you are experiencing severe pain in your lower lumbar spine; however, from experience with... It is very important to decipher what the underlying cause of your sciatic pain is before attempting any asanas, especially if you are experiencing severe pain in your lower lumbar spine; however, from experience with... It is very important to decipher what the underlying cause of your sciatic pain is before attempting any asanas, especially if you are experiencing severe pain in your lower lumbar spine; however, from experience with...


It is very important to decipher what the underlying cause of your sciatic pain is before attempting any asanas, especially if you are...

Each chakra represents one of seven energy centers in the human body, each representing a physiological function and sacred truth. Starting with the muladhara and moving up through the body to the sahasrara, the chakra... Each chakra represents one of seven energy centers in the human body, each representing a physiological function and sacred truth. Starting with the muladhara and moving up through the body to the sahasrara, the chakra... Each chakra represents one of seven energy centers in the human body, each representing a physiological function and sacred truth. Starting with the muladhara and moving up through the body to the sahasrara, the chakra... Each chakra represents one of seven energy centers in the human body, each representing a physiological function and sacred truth. Starting with the muladhara and moving up through the body to the sahasrara, the chakra...


Each chakra represents one of seven energy centers in the human body, each representing a physiological function and sacred truth. Starting...


The light in me honors the light in you. The divine in me reveres the divine in you. These are just a couple of the deeper spiritual...


Meditating first thing in the morning is probably the best time to practice. The mind is clear when you wake, even if a bit groggy. It’s...


Are you a yogi or yogini? Have you been wondering what the difference is between the two terms? Let’s find out what they are. Masculine and...

Our intention dictates everything. It is at the root of our choices and actions, which ripple out into the world, hopefully creating a better place for all beings. We don’t even realize how much our intentions affect the... Our intention dictates everything. It is at the root of our choices and actions, which ripple out into the world, hopefully creating a better place for all beings. We don’t even realize how much our intentions affect the... Our intention dictates everything. It is at the root of our choices and actions, which ripple out into the world, hopefully creating a better place for all beings. We don’t even realize how much our intentions affect the... Our intention dictates everything. It is at the root of our choices and actions, which ripple out into the world, hopefully creating a better place for all beings. We don’t even realize how much our intentions affect the...


Our intention dictates everything. It is at the root of our choices and actions, which ripple out into the world, hopefully creating a...


Yogis speak of love in many ways, just like Westerners do, but common between both cultures is the idea of selflessness. When love is an...


Goddess Durga is the one goddess in the yogic pantheon who's job it is to ward off and fight against all evils, so that good, ethical and...


With his elephant head and human body, Ganesha (or Ganesh) is one of the most beloved and popular of all the Hindu gods. This is because he...

Staying committed to your dharma—whether that means teaching inspirational yoga classes, or being the best mother you can possibly be—takes constant practice. Life is full of distractions, and it’s far too easy to get pulled... Staying committed to your dharma—whether that means teaching inspirational yoga classes, or being the best mother you can possibly be—takes constant practice. Life is full of distractions, and it’s far too easy to get pulled... Staying committed to your dharma—whether that means teaching inspirational yoga classes, or being the best mother you can possibly be—takes constant practice. Life is full of distractions, and it’s far too easy to get pulled... Staying committed to your dharma—whether that means teaching inspirational yoga classes, or being the best mother you can possibly be—takes constant practice. Life is full of distractions, and it’s far too easy to get pulled...


Staying committed to your dharma—whether that means teaching inspirational yoga classes, or being the best mother you can possibly...

The best way to start a meditation practice is to begin with what’s called mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness perfectly exemplifies the essence of meditation, which is the cultivation of attention. In mindfulness meditation... The best way to start a meditation practice is to begin with what’s called mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness perfectly exemplifies the essence of meditation, which is the cultivation of attention. In mindfulness meditation... The best way to start a meditation practice is to begin with what’s called mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness perfectly exemplifies the essence of meditation, which is the cultivation of attention. In mindfulness meditation... The best way to start a meditation practice is to begin with what’s called mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness perfectly exemplifies the essence of meditation, which is the cultivation of attention. In mindfulness meditation...


The best way to start a meditation practice is to begin with what’s called mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness perfectly exemplifies the...


Let’s first define the yoga term, sadhana. Your sadhana is your personal spiritual practice; it’s a set of rituals you do each and every...

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KarmaKarma, or "action," is a way of understanding the world in its entirety and that everything does indeed happen for a reason....

Have you ever wondered when the yoga sticky mat made its way to the forefront of the yoga scene? The yoga mat is a modern phenomenon, as you might have guessed, given that you don’t see colorful rubber mats under the feet of... Have you ever wondered when the yoga sticky mat made its way to the forefront of the yoga scene? The yoga mat is a modern phenomenon, as you might have guessed, given that you don’t see colorful rubber mats under the feet of... Have you ever wondered when the yoga sticky mat made its way to the forefront of the yoga scene? The yoga mat is a modern phenomenon, as you might have guessed, given that you don’t see colorful rubber mats under the feet of... Have you ever wondered when the yoga sticky mat made its way to the forefront of the yoga scene? The yoga mat is a modern phenomenon, as you might have guessed, given that you don’t see colorful rubber mats under the feet of...


Have you ever wondered when the yoga sticky mat made its way to the forefront of the yoga scene? The yoga mat is a modern phenomenon, as...


Sadhana is a Sanskrit term meaning "practice." To the sadhu or yogi, the way you integrate yoga into your life will vary based on...

In the Tantric yoga tradition, there’s the concept of Shiva and Shakti. It’s the understanding that a human being holds both masculine and feminine energies within their body, mind and spirit. Depending upon the time, place... In the Tantric yoga tradition, there’s the concept of Shiva and Shakti. It’s the understanding that a human being holds both masculine and feminine energies within their body, mind and spirit. Depending upon the time, place... In the Tantric yoga tradition, there’s the concept of Shiva and Shakti. It’s the understanding that a human being holds both masculine and feminine energies within their body, mind and spirit. Depending upon the time, place... In the Tantric yoga tradition, there’s the concept of Shiva and Shakti. It’s the understanding that a human being holds both masculine and feminine energies within their body, mind and spirit. Depending upon the time, place...


In the Tantric yoga tradition, there’s the concept of Shiva and Shakti. It’s the understanding that a human being holds both...

Twisting poses are very much an integral part of the pantheon of yoga asanas. Yogis are constantly twisting into intricate poses, holding them as they breathe deeply, and counter-twisting many of them. But why all the... Twisting poses are very much an integral part of the pantheon of yoga asanas. Yogis are constantly twisting into intricate poses, holding them as they breathe deeply, and counter-twisting many of them. But why all the... Twisting poses are very much an integral part of the pantheon of yoga asanas. Yogis are constantly twisting into intricate poses, holding them as they breathe deeply, and counter-twisting many of them. But why all the... Twisting poses are very much an integral part of the pantheon of yoga asanas. Yogis are constantly twisting into intricate poses, holding them as they breathe deeply, and counter-twisting many of them. But why all the...


Twisting poses are very much an integral part of the pantheon of yoga asanas. Yogis are constantly twisting into intricate poses, holding...

As you might very well know, ancient and modern yogis alike squat a lot. There are many reasons for this – one of them being that squatting is a highly grounding posture. It connects us to the earth and grounds us on an... As you might very well know, ancient and modern yogis alike squat a lot. There are many reasons for this – one of them being that squatting is a highly grounding posture. It connects us to the earth and grounds us on an... As you might very well know, ancient and modern yogis alike squat a lot. There are many reasons for this – one of them being that squatting is a highly grounding posture. It connects us to the earth and grounds us on an... As you might very well know, ancient and modern yogis alike squat a lot. There are many reasons for this – one of them being that squatting is a highly grounding posture. It connects us to the earth and grounds us on an...


As you might very well know, ancient and modern yogis alike squat a lot. There are many reasons for this – one of them being that squatting...

Have you ever noticed how when you sit and meditate on a regular basis, you really, truly get to know yourself? This is one of the primary subtle practices of yoga – that of self-study, or svadhyaya. When we get really... Have you ever noticed how when you sit and meditate on a regular basis, you really, truly get to know yourself? This is one of the primary subtle practices of yoga – that of self-study, or svadhyaya. When we get really... Have you ever noticed how when you sit and meditate on a regular basis, you really, truly get to know yourself? This is one of the primary subtle practices of yoga – that of self-study, or svadhyaya. When we get really... Have you ever noticed how when you sit and meditate on a regular basis, you really, truly get to know yourself? This is one of the primary subtle practices of yoga – that of self-study, or svadhyaya. When we get really...


Have you ever noticed how when you sit and meditate on a regular basis, you really, truly get to know yourself? This is one of the primary...

This is an interesting question and I think the answer is that yes, as we grow older, we naturally move deeper into the stages of our lives when spirituality becomes more and more essential and necessary. By age 40 and... This is an interesting question and I think the answer is that yes, as we grow older, we naturally move deeper into the stages of our lives when spirituality becomes more and more essential and necessary. By age 40 and... This is an interesting question and I think the answer is that yes, as we grow older, we naturally move deeper into the stages of our lives when spirituality becomes more and more essential and necessary. By age 40 and... This is an interesting question and I think the answer is that yes, as we grow older, we naturally move deeper into the stages of our lives when spirituality becomes more and more essential and necessary. By age 40 and...


This is an interesting question and I think the answer is that yes, as we grow older, we naturally move deeper into the stages of our lives...

According to the Hindu tradition, there exists four unique stages in a human life with specific duties and characteristics for each phase if one is to attain moksha, or enlightenment. These stages are referred to as ashram... According to the Hindu tradition, there exists four unique stages in a human life with specific duties and characteristics for each phase if one is to attain moksha, or enlightenment. These stages are referred to as ashram... According to the Hindu tradition, there exists four unique stages in a human life with specific duties and characteristics for each phase if one is to attain moksha, or enlightenment. These stages are referred to as ashram... According to the Hindu tradition, there exists four unique stages in a human life with specific duties and characteristics for each phase if one is to attain moksha, or enlightenment. These stages are referred to as ashram...


According to the Hindu tradition, there exists four unique stages in a human life with specific duties and characteristics for each phase...

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