Jillian Babcock
Jillian is an experienced Health & Nutrition Counselor and Writer, Board Certified as a Holistic Health Practitioner and also a Yoga Instructor.
Articles by Jillian Babcock
The Freedom in Letting Go
Letting go can be a challenge, especially if what we are trying to let go of is painful. Learn about the benefits of surrender and finding...
Sri K. Pattabhi Jois: The Bestower of Ashtanga Yoga to the West
Ashtanga yoga is an ancient system of yoga asana practice popularized by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois in the West. Learn about Jois' journey and...
5 Powerful Mantras and Their Sacred Meanings
Mantras are a great tool to add to your meditation practice. Here are 5 powerful mantras and what they really mean.
Accepting Discomfort: 3 Steps to Better Handling Negative Experiences
No one enjoys feeling discomfort, but you always have the choice to turn it into an opportunity for growth by following these three steps.
The Yogic Lifestyle's Mind-Body Health and Happiness Explained
Learn how to use the mind to heal the body by first understanding how they are connected. Then read on to learn how to boost happiness...
Make Your Mornings With Ayurveda's Lemon Ginger Detox Tea
Learn how to make the perfect morning cup of tea using these simple ingredients and experience the rejuvenating benefits for yourself.
New Year, New Day, New Sadhana: How to Create Your Unique Morning Yogic Ritual
Like every new year, every morning we also have a chance at a fresh start. Sadhana is a daily spiritual (and physical) practice that...
Seeking Your Guru: A History of Gurus in the West + 6 Bits of Advice for the Seeker
Curious about what a guru does and how to find one that's right for you? Learn more about the history of Eastern gurus in America and what...
Six Ways Sleep Can Be the Gift You Give Yourself All Year Long
We spend about a third of our day sleeping (well, we should be anyway). In a fast-paced modern world this may seem like a waste of time,...
Discover Yourself Through This Body Scan Meditation
Bring awareness to your thoughts and feelings through this simple and effective body scan meditation. Discover how listening deeply to your...
The Nature of Fear & 5 Not-So-Scary Solutions
Fear is an unpopular emotion we are all familiar with, but have you ever wondered why we get scared? Learn about the evolutionary purpose...
5 Must-Try Chai Spices: The Benefits of Each & How to Create Your Own Blend
Chai is a time-honored spice blend that has been used to bring about relaxation, improved digestion and pain reduction for thousands of...
Get High on Yoga, Higher on Life
Like a runner's high, but better, a 'yoga high' will keep you coming back to the mat and improving other areas of your life 'off the mat'...
Yogapedia's Interpretation of the Bhagavad Gita
What is the Bhagavad Gita really about and why is it so important to yoga? Read more here to find out why 'the Gita' is such a classic.
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