When practicing online yoga, we often come to a moment where the teacher says “Okay, if your hamstrings are a bit tight, go ahead and grab your yoga strap.” At this point, many of us think to ourselves, “Uh,…
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One of yoga’s many teachings is unity—there is no separation between the doer, the act of doing, and that which is done. There is no difference between the yogini, the act of practicing yoga, and the poses themselves. After…
In the yoga tradition, a mudra is a hand gesture or bodily symbol that is meant to cultivate a certain “bhavana,” or feeling-tone. The word “mudra” literally means “seal,” as in, “to seal something in.” The implication is that…
As our relationships deepen, we become invested in each other’s happiness. We want to see our loved ones thrive, so it can be especially hard if we feel they’re making a mistake. While the easy thing to do would…
Unifying Goal and Method Through the Brahmaviharas Consider if the objective of your practice and the approach to achieving it were identical. This time-honored concept is explored through the Brahmaviharas, a set of traditional principles. Translated as “Divine Abodes,”…
Cultural Moments There's a class for that | Meditation
Managing tough family dynamics over the holidays
The holidays are a notorious time for a clashing of family values. So as we head into a busy season of festivities, keeping feuds and flare-ups off the menu can be challenging. With expectations high and breathing room low,…
At some point in our lives, we’re all sidelined by something – whether illness, injury, heartbreak, or another type of loss. But while we all have healing in common, each of us heals in a different way. There is…
GLO Teachers: Yoga and Fitness Experience There's a class for that | Meditation
Felicia Tomasko on the practices that helped her heal
Resilience. Strength. Suppleness. Flexibility. These are some of the benefits we receive from our practices of yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, and everything else that we commit to on and off of the mat. There are moments when we definitely feel…
Transform Your Yoga Practice: The Five Essential Elements of a Sacred Space Do you want to enhance your yoga practice and transform your home into a tranquil sanctuary? Look no further! In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the…