Understanding Breathwork in Yoga The Transformative Power of Breath In the yoga tradition, the individual soul is called “Atman.” Derived from the Sanskrit root “at,” meaning “to breathe,” the soul is defined as “That Which Breathes.” Discover how breathwork…
Everyone encounters something totally different on their journey, so it’s easy to feel like the obstacles we face are ours alone and could never be overcome. The incredible thing about community, however, is the discovery that though we’re each…
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,”…
You’ve been showing up for your practice, and so in turn, it shows. Many of us first came to our mats in search of a new form of physical exercise. While an invigorating round of sun salutations or Pilates…
The ebb and flow of mother nature is unfailing. She is constant, consistent, and even more dependable with her changes. Mother nature doesn’t “fall off the wagon” or “take a break.” She operates at a level all her own.…
I recently visited one of my absolute favorite cities in the world: New Orleans. It’s a fascinating city, teeming with history, magic, music, and most importantly — life. New Orleans sings to you at the top of its lungs,…
Armed with philosophy, science, mythology, and a little bit of magic, medieval alchemists sought to turn lead into gold. This was not merely a matter of greed. The belief that this base metal could be transformed into a higher…
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,…
Cow Face Pose (Gomukhasana) Pronounced: go-mook-HAS-uh-nuh Gomukhasana, or Cow Face Pose, derives its name from the Sanskrit words “go” (cow), “mukha” (face), and “asana” (pose). This pose invites us to mold our bodies into a shape that mimics the…