Physical Health Benefits of Yoga
Yoga, though an old practice, has gained popularity in today’s society. For a majority, yoga enables them to take a break from their busy lives. In addition, yoga provides them with many physical and [...]
The Health Advantages of and Medical Conditions Helped by Meditation
You may have heard about the health benefits of yoga in improving mental and physical health and improving flexibility, and you might assume that meditation is the same thing. Although meditation can certainly be [...]
Basic Overview of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali are a compilation of 196 aphorisms. It is a comprehensive fundamental text of yoga, and an instrumental part of Hindu scriptures said to be compiled by the sage, Patanjali. [...]
Hinduism Goal of Moksha
One belief in Hinduism is that of reincarnation. The belief that one would die and be reborn as many times as need be until they obtain Moksha, the ultimate goal of all Hindus. This [...]
Ganesha Guides Us to Overcome Obstacles
Ganesha, the Hindu god of wisdom, is granted the task of helping us get past all of life’s difficulties. He represents the will and power we have to overcome our challenges and is the [...]
8 Limbs of Ashtanga Yoga
ASHTANGA is Sanskrit for eight limbs. It is a two word phrase incorporated as one: ashta, meaning eight, and anga, meaning limbs. This eightfold system of yoga dates as far back as 2,000 years [...]
Hinduism 101, What you need to know
A religion which is better described as a way of life, Hinduism has no definite and designated order, worship pattern, holy book, founder, religious head, particular service day, etc. It is a truly diverse [...]
Padahastasana for Height
My first yoga teacher really loved Padahastasana. He started us almost every class with a relaxed version. We would be in the pose until everyone got situated on our mats. Sometimes Darren would ask [...]
5 Eye Exercises to Improve Your Vision
This article isn’t for everyone, like those with unresolvable eye issues. It is for people who have either lived with for a while, or are now starting to experience blurry vision -- both nearsighted [...]
Finding Deep Release in Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Fold)
When I first started doing yoga asanas, I remember my teacher telling me I must have been a yogi in a past life as the poses came so naturally to me. It wasn’t that [...]