A Yoga Teaching: Complicated vs. Complex
Complication is distraction.Complexity is depth. Yoga philosophy and practices intend to unite mind, body, and spirit. Bringing together these three aspects of our being increases
Helen Maupin May 1, 2025
Complication is distraction.Complexity is depth. Yoga philosophy and practices intend to unite mind, body, and spirit. Bringing together these three aspects of our being increases
Photo via Pexelsby guest blogger Chloe Pearson Embarking on a personal development journey is an exciting endeavor, but maintaining momentum over the long haul requires
The three Virabhadra poses in yoga are named after a great hero warrior in Hindu mythology. The attributes of a hero — strength, steadiness, and
A few weeks back, I wrote about yoga’s ethical guidelines, the Yamas, which fall under the first limb of Patanjali’s eight-limb practice. The second portion
Yoga’s 10 ethical practices, Yamas and Niyamas, form the first limb of Patanjali’s 8-limb practice. This ranking signifies their importance in a yoga practitioner’s overall
Supta Utthita Parsvakonasana is second in my series of supine standing poses, which will help you immediately identify where your conditioned, unconscious holding patterns reside
What drew me to yoga over 25 years ago and continues to keep me practicing is its emphasis on balance. Not merely the kind of
Truth rarely seems to ask the easier choice of us. Deborah Adele In her book, The Yamas and Niyamas: Exploring Yoga’s Ethical Practice, Adele writes about
Bhishmasana’s extensive support and alignment enable a more profound restfulness, allowing the body to fully release tension and find a deep sense of calm. Tummee.com In
The first and second of yoga’s eight limbs are the five yamas and five niyamas. The primary significance of these 10 ethical practices cannot be
The sedentary lifestyles of knowledge workers have them seated at a computer for several hours each day. Without daily movement that counteracts this inactivity, the
by guest blogger Chloe Pearson Stress affects both the mind and body, but managing it effectively can lead to a healthier, more balanced life. Recognizing
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