Video: Discover the Ultimate Yoga Retreat in Paradise

[quote style=”1″]be intent on action, not on the fruits of action. avoid attachment to the fruits. — (Bhagavad-Gita 2:47)[/quote] The walls shook, the windows shattered. Each and every family member was sliced by the implosive force of the atomic bomb. In the back of the Yamaki home was a garden full of exquisite trees. Not cloud piercing orchards full of fruit-bearing blossoms, but a collection of diminutive  trees and gardens of cool water-rubbed stone. Some gave a sense of whimsy, the kind of tree and knoll atop which a fairy might read her latest tome, whilst others would look right at home in a forest of their size dissonant kin. For an island so small to have a wall so tall was one of a…

Has yoga lost its soul to commercialization? Dive into this thought-provoking discussion on how the booming yoga industry affects its sacred roots. Discover the vital shift from a personal, spiritual journey to an immense competitive industry, and why maintaining mindfulness and compassion is crucial. Explore with us the importance of ethical business models in ensuring that yoga remains a path of true transformation and personal growth. Watch now to join the movement in preserving the authenticity of yoga! #YogaEssence #Mindfulness #SpiritualGrowth

What is Pranayama? Pranayama, or breath control, is an ancient practice that is a cornerstone of many forms of yoga. The practice of pranayama is said to improve overall health through deep, mindful breathing exercises and techniques. Through its ability to strengthen the connection between the mind and body, pranayama can be used to reduce stress and tension, increase focus, increase energy, and improve general wellbeing. Though it has been practiced for thousands of years, in recent times pranayama has become more popular and accessible to the public. In this blog post, we will explore what pranayama is and how individuals can benefit from its practice. 1. Pranayama is a yogic practice that involves controlling the breath If you’ve ever heard of pranayama and wanted…

Talking about ashtanga can make you crazy. Or not. Or both. “Whenever we practice, we quickly run into paradox… this is what happens when we start to cling to any one formula or any one technique. We quickly run into this sense that it isn’t complete– when we run into another viewpoint coming up in the background–  there is this sense of paradox.  And, whenever this happens, we know that the yoga is starting to work. Its considered to be a very auspicipous sign. “ — Richard Freeman “The Self-Reference Paradox” With the right google search, you can find someone confirming any belief you’ve been kicking around. Confirmation bias takes us out of our present moment. It sets paramaters for our capacity to feel. And, I…

This is a post created for Ashtanga Tech, Michael’s online esucation platform. What is Bindu According to Yoga Texts? In yogic philosophy and spiritual traditions, the term “Bindu” holds significant meaning and symbolizes various concepts associated with energy, consciousness, and creation. Bindu translates to “point”, “drop” or “dot” in Sanskrit[3]. In yoga, however, the concept of bindu goes beyond its literal interpretation, symbolizing the absolute, the infinite, and the unmanifest potential that lies within each individual[3]. Bindu is viewed as the cosmic seed from which all creation arises[3]. It symbolizes the unmanifest potential that preceded the materialization of the universe[3]. In yoga philosophy, bindu is associated with the fundamental concept of unity, representing the underlying oneness of all existence and symbolizing the union of individual…

My first full day in India fell on a new moon. One of my favorite things about following a lunar cycle is the tiny bit of joy I get turning my iphone’s little green “alarm” switch from it’s perpetual “on” to it’s quiet white off. There is a visceral unraveling of inverted anticipation. Prone to waking up a few moments before my alarm, this very rarely happens on a moonday. My body just *knows* what the deal is. My loving partner Michael is generally pretty glad that we ashtangi’s take no practice on this day. Before he’s jealous he can’t stay in bed with me, he’s firstly tickled to not have to hear the synthed out buzzer. I cuddled with a travelpillow and cardigan and…