February has become the month of love—or for some, just a day—but what would happen if we made it part of our daily practice? To connect to a love that is not finite but infinite. To expand our awareness, unbound to the relational love, and discover a quiet deep love that resides in us, ever-bountiful …
Ayu in Sanskrit stands for life and longevity, and Veda is knowledge. But Ayurveda is not just herbs and concoctions for treating an ailment, it is an understanding of a holistic and interconnected way of life—of how unique each of us is and how each individual connects to the five elements that make up matter. …
This is part of a series of knowledge sheets based on Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s commentaries on Patanjali Yoga Sutras (a collection of yogic texts written by the sage, Patanjali). The moment is free, fresh, and full. Being here in this moment totally is abhyasa. The mind might try to go to the past, …
The Practice of Yoga:
Why Honoring It Makes All the Difference Read More »
Our current pandemic is a daily reminder of the importance of healthy lungs. Protecting ourselves from exposure to the virus is a good start. We also need to stay calm and relaxed, strengthen our lungs, and keep our immune systems healthy. A powerful way to do all of this is through the power of breath …
Relax & Strengthen Your Lungs:
Pratiloma Ujjayi Pranayama Read More »
Strength lies in the power of your sankalpa (intention). There are two schools of thought. One says you visualize your dream and work for it. The other tells you to surrender everything to God; whatever the lord gives you is the best, and He will take care of everything. They appear to be incompatible, but …
During times of uncertainty, it’s easy to close off the heart. To brace emotionally, even physically—especially as the colder, darker days draw in. So we invite you to gently inquire, what or who could you open your beautiful heart to? Whether it be a person, a new healthy habit, or perspective. With a new year …
Viveka. A Sanskrit term meaning the ability to discern, see clearly, between the real and unreal, changing versus the unchanging. At times this discernment can become blurry or lost in daily life—as we cling and become attached to that which changes. Yoga helps you cultivate viveka. It can give you freedom, wisdom. Let’s take a …
Have you ever regretted getting angry at someone to the point of self-detriment? Have you regretted writing that angry letter or saying something unpleasant that caused hurt and ruined a relationship? Chances are you are nodding right now. But what if our schools or the environment we grew up in taught us to do better? …
Nadi Shodhana: A Breathing Practice to Calm, Soothe, and Relax Read More »
BUILDING THE WARRIOR’S HEART Forrest Yoga for Strength, Resilience and Healing Don’t miss this powerful opportunity to practice directly with Ana, creator of Forrest Yoga—a renowned and transformative system of yoga—and her partner, Musical Shaman Jose Calarco. You’ll make a quantum leap in your yoga practice, create a path to connect with your spirit, and …
At the end of the day, don’t you look forward to jumping to your bed with a nice book to doze off to? It is often the places that we love that we want to keep going back to. Quite intuitive, right? Now how about applying the same logic to your meditation practice? To go …
Meditation 101: Creating a Home Meditation Space Read More »
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