In present times, spiritual terms regularly get tossed around without a true understanding of their divine significance. They are used as catch phrases rather than the powerful tools they are and were intended to be. Take the mantra OM, for example. You’ve heard it a thousand times, but do you really know what it means?Continue reading “OM: The Cosmic Energy”
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Traditional Yoga
As Yoga devolves into something commercialized and modern… how do you know which style to practice? Although some of the newer types of “yoga” may serve their purpose, they promise little in the way of spiritual transcendence, or even true relaxation. In fact, they are often causing more harm than good. While you may feelContinue reading “Traditional Yoga”
Savasana: The Restorative Pose
If you find it challenging to practice Yoga poses daily, but still need some stress relief, there is a short-term solution. Perhaps you are not feeling well, or are short on time. Although it is ideal to engage in a full practice, there are days when it may not be plausible nor desirable. If youContinue reading “Savasana: The Restorative Pose”
Ahimsā: Non-Violence
AHIMSĀ Ahimsā is a Sanskrit term which means ‘non-violence’ and is the very first step on the path of Yoga, as described by Sage Patanjali in his Yoga Sutras. Patanjali describes 8 Limbs of Yoga: Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi. Under Yama, or universal morality, Patanjali relays a series of principlesContinue reading “Ahimsā: Non-Violence”
The True Meaning of Yoga
The true meaning of Yoga has been lost in modern times. Largely associated with fitness classes and promoted as a relaxation tool, it is in actuality a sacred science that has become distorted and desacralized. When performed correctly, the asanas (poses) you are familiar with are indeed a part of Yoga. But asanas alone cannotContinue reading “The True Meaning of Yoga”
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