YOGA AS INQUIRY & EXPLORATION
For beginners and advanced yoga practitioners alike, it is often the case that we step onto our yoga mats with an agenda of some kind. Sometimes, we think we need to address the body in a specific way. Or, maybe, we are driven to do a lot of hip openers, a back-bending series of poses, […]
CLEAN UP YOUR ACT WITHOUT CLEANSING
Have you always wanted to try cleansing but have been intimidated by radical suggestions splashed all over the internet and stories of cleanses gone wrong? Do you adhere to seasonal cleansing routines but sometimes feel you could use a little “house cleaning” in between seasons? Has hearing about all sorts of trendy cleanses piqued your […]
END OF SUMMER DETOX & REJUVENATION WITH YOGA
It is essential to detoxify the accumulation of summer heat before heading into the next season. Excess heat in the body accumulated over the summer can create stiff joints, inflammation, irritability, anger, depletion, and dryness. The body may produce mucous in response to dryness, leading to sinus infections, constipation, colds, and other imbalances. This dryness […]
The Role of Yoga Women’s Health
The therapeutic value of yoga is far reaching, it goes well beyond the scope of the physical body. A basic understanding of the stages of life offers insight as to how a woman can practice self-care and connect to the ancient wisdom of yoga to live a balanced life. The Three Stages of Life Ayurveda […]