Many yogis struggle to find sattva (contentment and ease) in this reclining asana. Hence, why it is considered an intermediate pose and not taught until greater opening and flexibility have been achieved in the ankle, knee and hip joints. When…
Our five physical senses — taste, touch, sight, sound, and smell — are constantly attempting to seduce us along a path of pleasure pursuit and pain avoidance. Not to say either of these directions is good or bad in themselves.…
For all students determined to follow a spiritual path toward enlightenment, the first discipline Eknath Easwaran defines as a necessary ingredient is meditation. However, the practice of meditation not only involves such techniques as repeating a mantra but also requires…
Eknath Easwaran, in The End of Sorrow, laid out a spiritual path that enabled him to “fulfill the supreme goal of life, self-realization. As he counseled, the following disciplines are available to everyone who embraces them willingly and with dedication.…
photo by Jeremy Williamson Hope inspires and expands; fear inhibits and implodes. When I saw these beautiful crocuses, I was immediately reminded of how Earth provides for and protects us from harm. The hope of new growth exists even during…
When we move past a place of “just enough” into excess, our energy and vitality is replaced with lethargy. Brahmacharya is the practice of using our energy wisely rather than over-indulging. Whether we are eating, working, sleeping or exercising, there…
In yoga, the practice of Asteya or non-stealing strengthens an attitude of abundance rather than a belief that one is not good enough, smart enough, happy enough, wealthy enough, or worthy enough. If we are living in fears and lies,…
Last week, I encouraged you to take on a weekly practice of restoring and loving yourself through yoga. To support you in your experience, I commit to designing a 10-week practice series utilizing the Big 6 Poses in their many…
All of life is a journey. We are carried along at life’s pace, whether we choose to run or sit still. Brian Herbert & Kevin J. Anderson, Hunters of Dune The first half of my life, I spent my time…
Many years ago while I was beginning to practice at an Intermediate level, my Iyengar teacher of the day shared with me these six poses. His implication being — if you struggle with developing a consistent home practice, you could…
As Remembrance Day nears, I am reminded to give thanks to those peace-keepers who served and are still serving Canada. Whether on this shore or internationally, these individuals are in service to their nation, their families, their friends and their…
As yogis, we learn that physical sensations of tension or tightness indicate where in our bodies we hold pain and suffering. Alas, when we suppress our emotions, they don’t disappear, never to be seen again. Suppressed emotions are stored in…
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