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Philosophy
The First Step of Yoga: Yama

The five Yamas provide social codes of conduct necessary for a true understanding of the spirit of yoga. Here's an introduction to the five yamas.

By: Rachel Bilski
Self
Exploring Aversion (Dvesha): 3 Ways to Better Handle This Unwanted Feeling

We've all been asked to do something we don't like. In these moments, we experience the feeling of aversion, or dvesha. Cultivating awareness around personal preferences will help you along your spiritual journey.

By: Alina Prax | Editor/Writer
Self
3 Signs You’re Becoming a True Yogi

Being a yogi is about more than your flexibility on the mat. Here are three on and, more importantly, off-the-mat signs that you're well on your way to becoming a true yogi.

By: Joanna Nicholson
Self
Find Beauty in the Broken by Living This Zen Buddhist Precept

As human beings, we are all inherently imperfect. Learning to accept those around us just as they are is key to the Zen Buddhist precept of 'Speaking of Others With Openness and Possibility.'

By: Alina Prax | Editor/Writer
Self
Six Signs You’re Already More Yogi Than You Think

You don't have to be a master of headstand or meditate for hours on end a day to share this title with your fellow yoga community. Here are six signs that you may already be more yogi than you think!

By: Jade Lizzie | Yoga teacher, writer and health and wellness geek.
Life
Ramayana’: The Indian Love Story of Rama and Sita

The 'Ramayana' is an ancient Indian poem about two soul mates who inspire love — in all its forms — to this day. Here are a few life lessons you can takeaway from this epic love story.

By: Aimee Hughes
Self
Yama and Niyama: The Yogi’s Moral Guiding Lights

The wise rishis who gave us yoga knew that without moral backbones, a yoga practice would never get us very far. Therefore, the first two limbs of yoga -- yama and niyama -- are your guidebook for righteous living.

By: Julie Bernier | Registered Ayurvedic Practitioner. Certified Massage Therapist, and a classical hatha yoga teacher.
Philosophy
Ahimsa: The Number One Yama of the First Limb of Yoga

Considered the most important virtue in The Yoga Sutras, ahimsa challenges us to be kind in our thoughts, words and actions. And not just to others, but also to ourselves.

By: Aimee Hughes
Self
Give Thanks, Get Gratitude: 3 Reasons We’re Thankful for This Mindfulness Practice

Gratitude is the state of being grateful, and this state of being has the power to change your life. Learn 3 benefits & tips on how to practice it daily.

By: Aimee Hughes
Self
Patience Really Is a Virtue: One Yogini’s Daily Struggle to Practice It More

Yoga instructor and author, Jade Lizzie, discusses her struggles with patience as well as advice on how to practice it more in your daily life.

By: Jade Lizzie | Yoga teacher, writer and health and wellness geek.
Self
Manifest Success With These 5 Yoga Virtues

The virtues that yoga instills help create a greater sense of self and contribute to future success. Embrace these top 5 virtues that are at the core of every yoga practice and live a more fulfilled life.

By: Joanna Nicholson
Self
Tapas and the Discipline of Yoga

In yoga, tapas is a kind of inner discipline and heat we generate through our practice. Generating tapas purifies both out body and mind. Discover why Patanjali believed generating tapas is indispensable to achieving enlightenment.

By: Aimee Hughes

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