Did you make one, or many, or maybe have decided to forgo this year’s routine exercise of setting new year’s resolutions? While it is a worthwhile concept, most ‘resolutions’ are abandoned in the first month. One reason for such a short spell may be simply because such resolutions are based on re-enforcements of some negative […]
“There are treasures beyond compare in the ocean. If you seek safety, stay ashore.” -Sufi saying.
“Let your heart guide you. It whispers, so listen closely.” -The Land Before Time
“Watch your thoughts; they become words. Watch your words; they become actions. Watch your actions; they become habit. Watch your habits; they become character. Watch your character; it becomes your destiny.” by Lao Tzu
Have you ever wondered about the connection between your emotional state (e.g. stress) and how your body responds (e.g. back pain)? Have you had chronic pain but with no luck getting a concrete diagnosis? This article by James Bone sheds some light on what “pain” is, some common misconceptions, how the media plays a role […]
“When the breath wanders, the mind also is unsteady. But when the breath is calmed, the mind too will be still.” (Hatha Yoga Pradikipa) Why is there such an emphasis on the importance of breath and particularly on ‘moving with the breath’ in yoga practice? The breath is our life energy (prana) and the in- […]
“Yoga is at once a philosophy and a practice. As a philosophy, yoga is the voice of the sages telling us clearly who we are, where we come from, and where we are going. As a practice, yoga is a technique developed by the sages to help us awaken our dormant abilities, to strengthen our […]
Do you experience stinging pain at the back of your pelvis on one side when you bend, twist or stand up after a long period of sitting? This is a likely indicator of sacroiliac instability. Gentle adjustments and a targeted yoga routine can relieve pain in your SI joints and lower back. Click here for […]