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What is Yoga

The ancient Indian practice of yoga, has evolved and spread worldwide. The word “yoga” in our western culture, popularly implies physical...

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Energy/Prana

Energy is an important focus in the yogic sciences. There are a few words for “energy” such as prana, shakti, ojjas and kundalini.

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Moving from “thinking and doing, into feeling and being”

I first heard this concept mentioned by my teacher Yogi Amrit Desai. It simplified my understanding of the steps leading to the experienc...

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The Kleshas

"Are you so engrossed in your phone screen that you are missing the cosmos?" Satguru Jaggi Vasudev

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The Four Aims of Yoga

The yoga tradition offers a short blueprint outlining four important aims in a person's life.

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Reflections on Enlightenment

Healthy young children ages 2-6 live primarily in the theta brainwave state… they are very connected to their inner world.

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Turiya, pure consciousness

Life is in constant change. As our days go by, we encounter many experiences, thousands of thoughts and many emotions associated with our th

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Understanding Chakras

A sample of some of the qualities that have become associated with the seven main chakras.

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An intro to Chakras

Chakras were likely discovered by ancient seers and rishis in their explorations of the inner worlds, through meditation and other spiritual

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Chakra quotes by spiritual teachers

A series of quotes on chakras from experts and recognized spiritual teachers meant to inspire you in your yoga practice.

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Some prana experiences

One thing about yoga, it asks you to believe nothing until you have directly experienced it. Here are three Prana meditation exercises that

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Some thoughts on the meaning and experience of God

Most people seem to believe in a power or force greater than themselves, though the word “God” for some, contains unwanted baggage.

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