Understanding Tamas
September 22, 2025
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Tamas is often viewed as just a negative force, but the truth is much more nuanced than that.
Category: Yoga Philosophy
Somatic Yoga: What It Is, How It Works, and Why Practicing It Matters
August 9, 2025
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Somatic yoga classes blend gentle movement, mindful awareness, and deep rest. Often the motions are slow and deliberate, sometimes so small they seem barely noticeable from the outside.
Sthira Sukham Asanam: The Balance of Strength and Ease in Yoga and Life
August 6, 2025
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Yoga Sutra 2.46 in its brevity, offers a powerful teaching not only for how we approach our time on the mat, but also how we live, breathe, and sit with ourselves.
Easy Kitchari Recipe for Seasonal Balance
May 28, 2025
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Kitchari is a traditional Ayurvedic dish known for its balancing properties and ease of digestion. It’s especially beneficial during seasonal transitions,
Yamas ~ Yoga’s Ethical Guidance for Liberation
February 7, 2025
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Now seems like an auspicious time to revisit the basic concepts of ethics. One of the foundational texts in yoga is the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. It was most likely
Vihara: Ancient Wisdom Wants You to Live Well
December 11, 2024
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Have you ever wondered why some people just seem to glow with health and happiness? Let me introduce you to a concept from Ayurveda called vihara
Find Your Dosha with an Ayurvedic Assessment
October 30, 2024
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Understanding your dosha and how it shapes your body, mind, and daily life can unlock powerful insights into feeling your best.
How to do Abhyanga (Self Oil Massage) Without Breaking Your Neck
October 29, 2024
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Abhyanga, self-massage with oil, is pretty much just what it sounds like. You massage your self with oil. Seem simple enough, but one of the first reactions I often hear is “OMG i’m going to get oil all over the house” and especially people worry about slipping on an oily bathroom floor or shower. Trust, me there are simple ways to make abhyanga work for you.
Learning to Notice: The Subtle Power of Awareness
October 22, 2024
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One of the most profound gifts yoga offers is the ability to truly notice what’s going on inside us. At first glance, this may seem simple—maybe we notice tension in
Drink Golden Milk to Stay Golden in Life
September 15, 2024
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Golden Milk is a warm, nourishing drink made from turmeric, milk (or plant-based milk), and other spices like cinnamon, ginger, and black pepper. It’s a staple in Ayurveda, where it’s