“Health is not mere absence of disease. It is the dynamic expression of life”
– Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
The Yamas are the first of Patanjali’s 8-limbs of yoga. They are the yogis ethical guide to life. Here we delve further into the fifth Yama, Asteya, or non-stealing to explore how it weaves into daily life and how, with awareness, we can cultivate a full and abundant life. Patanjali was a profound observer, thinker, …
No matter how healthy or fit you might be, you can’t escape the occasional discomfort of indigestion. We all experience it from time to time—especially around the holiday season. While digestive disturbances like bloating, cramping, or constipation are relatively minor, you don’t have to endure the discomfort. Besides, chronic constipation and frequent indigestion can give …
Yoga for Digestion: 7 Poses To Calm Your Stomach and Give You Energy Read More »
For those of us in the Northeast US, and anywhere with heavy snowfall, navigating through the “Dog Days” of winter is tough enough without adding a low-back strain or injury to the mix. Prevention: The best way to avoid injury is to avoid the shoveling if you can 🙂 If you have to shovel, Here are …
The holiday season can bring a lot of joy as well as a lot of added stress. Emotions run high during this time of year. It’s not unusual to put a lot of pressure on ourselves during the holiday season. We may already have the added stress of working longer hours and hitting extra traffic …
When we travel, no matter how excited we are about our trip, when we finally arrive at our destination or return back home we can feel tired and exhausted. Travelling comes with its own share of ups and its downs. There are thrilling adventures, exciting hikes, amazing food, kind people, and breath-taking views, but there …
Ancient Secrets of Chakras: A Beginners Guide, Part 1 demystified the yogic terms of kundalini, chakras, and nadis and explored the seven main chakras, and their associated elements and emotions. Part 2 dives deeper to explain the connection and significance of petals and flowers in depicting the chakras. We also share words of caution from …
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The dreaded “fall back” time change—how can just one hour mess so much with your body’s 24-hour natural cycle? Just like animals, our bodies function on a circadian rhythm. Our body is in its most natural circadian rhythm when it rises and sets with the sun. It’s thrown off balance when the time is adjusted, …
If you have symptoms such as panic attacks, unreasonable nervousness, numbness of body, or problems focusing before an important event, you are not alone. Most people experience anxiety at some point in their life—a certain level of anxiety can even help you stay alert. It is consistent exposure to stress triggers that can lead to …
Yoga instructor and influencer Sara Clark leads you through kapalabhati breath—alternating short, explosive exhales and slightly longer, passive inhales. Exhales are generated by powerful contractions of the lower belly (between the pubis and navel), which push air out of the lungs. This cleansing breath can help you release stress and toxins from the mind and …
There’s nothing like the serenity, bliss, and relaxation that can come following a good yoga session. In fact, many first-time yoga practitioners are surprised by how elevated their mood is after a yoga class. One of the primary reasons for this sense of upliftment is that exercise naturally increases serotonin levels in our brains. Seratonin …
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