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Namaste and Namaskar: Greeting the Divine
Palms together at heart centre, a bow of the head and a soft whisper of 'Namaste' or 'Namaskar.' Why do yogis greet each other this way?...
Mindful Consumption for a Joyful New Year
We can use mindfulness like a second skin to help protect ourselves from absorbing negative nutriments. Learn how to mindfully manifest a...
Why Desire Anything Other Than Peace?
Explore popular perspectives on how personal desires take us away from peace, and why peace is the only aspiration we should have in this...
Meditation 101: The 4 Lessons You'll Learn When You Start Meditating
Incorporating a daily meditation into your yoga asana and spiritual practice will have a profound impact on your life. Learn the benefits...
A Tale of Unexpectedly Unplugging, Freaking Out and, Finally, Reconnecting With My Inner Wisdom
For the modern yogi, unplugging from technology can be a challenge. Find out how one of Yogapedia's editors managed to do it and live to...
People Tell Us the Unique, Interesting and Mundane Places They've Meditated
We asked yogis, meditation experts and experienced adventurers to share their unique and inspiring experiences about where they’ve...
8 In-the-Moment Techniques to Cultivate Your Mindfulness Practice
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.
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...
The Wisdom of Non-Attachment and 3 Ways to Practice This Freeing Yogic Principle
Non-attachment (or aparigraha) is not detachment. Learn more about this Buddhist and yogic principle, and how to practice it.
How to See the Ego for What it Is
Judgment and guilt are just a couple of signs that our ego has taken over. Learn how to confront your ego and take back control of your...
5 Sacred Mantras to Jump-start Your Japa Meditation Practice
Japa meditation is the use of mantra chanting in order to still the mind and open the path to enlightenment. Here are five sacred mantras...
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...
Lost in Noise? Find Yourself in Silence and Reboot Your Connection With the World
Silence is a practical (and spiritual) means of improving well-being, finding clarity and re-engaging with the world around you.
Ong So Hung: A Heart-Opening Mantra
Learn the meaning of this Sanskrit mantra as well as how it can help meet you wherever you are in your spiritual journey, bringing you...
How to Open Your Mind to a Healthier and Happier Life
What is open-mindedness and why is it important to our happiness and well-being? Find out how to open your mind and the benefits you'll...
Peace and Unity: Paramahansa Yogananda's Wishes for the World
Born this day in 1893, Paramahansa Yogananda would go on to popularize India's ancient wisdom, including Kriya yoga, in the West. Also...
Seek and Ye Shall Find: The Genuine Seeker's Experience on the Spiritual Path
Have you ever caught yourself thinking about life's deeper meaning? Or asking yourself, 'Why am I here? What's my purpose? Does God exist?'...
Grounding Through the Chaos: How to Recover From the Holidays With Yoga
Holidays can bring a slew of chaos, pressure and sometimes even suffering. Grounding practices are a soothing remedy used to recover and...
Overcoming Loneliness Throughout the Holidays
Although seemingly similar, loneliness is a negative emotional state, whereas being alone is a physical state in which one can find...
