5 Ways to Master the Art of Doing without Doing
What lights you up? What fuels your soul and fills your heart? This is the art of doing without doing. Achieving without efforting. Receiving without feeling like you’re trying. This is the magic of Wu Wei—the art of “not doing”, or doing without doing. Tuned into the ebb and flow and cycles of the natural [...]
DCOY Giveaway: Core of the Yoga Sutras by B.K.S. Iyengar
After an illustrious lifetime of expounding yogic wisdom to the eager masses, it only seems fitting that B.K.S. Iyengar, the undisputed heavyweight champion of the modern-day yoga bible, turns his gaze toward yoga’s foundational philosophical text, the Yoga Sutras. In Core of the Yoga Sutras, Mr. Iyengar provides unique commentary on Patanjali’s 196 aphorisms that [...]
A rough week for Apple…Legos always help…
“Insanely great” would hardly describe how this past week unfolded for Apple’s stock price… While it won’t raise the price of your Apple shares, this Lego re-creation of a 1984 Macintosh should warm your heart up a little bit. Legos always cheer me up! Don’t lose hope for Apple…look how far they’ve come!! Believe in INSANELY GREAT!
The Sexiest Yoga Mat Alive
Here’s what happens when a yoga mat falls in love…pretty funny video actually, and I totally love the idea of a hotel stocking yoga mats in guest rooms…easier access to yoga mats is exactly what the world needs!
DCOY Giveaway: The Yoga Mat Tie–A Simple, Yet Brilliant Solution to Sloppy Yoga Mats
The simplicity of yoga is one of its most beautiful and appealing aspects. Not a lot of equipment required, right?… Well, a yoga mat isn’t necessarily even an absolute necessity, but I think most of us would admit yoga isn’t nearly as pleasant without a little sticky mat under our feet and hands. Everything else [...]
5 Ways to Master the Art of Doing without Doing
What lights you up? What fuels your soul and fills your heart? This is the art of doing without doing. Achieving without efforting. Receiving without feeling like you’re trying. This is the magic of Wu Wei—the art of “not doing”, or doing without doing. Tuned into the ebb and flow and cycles of the natural [...]
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Get your virtual chillax on with Yoga Retreat on Facebook…
You know you’re curious to find out what this Facebook “Yoga Retreat” game is all about. Well, wait no longer, Yoga Retreat is now live and just waiting for you to unleash your virtual yogic amazingness.
Bhakti Fest 2012: The Festival of Yoga, Kirtan and Wisdom from the Heart Returns to Joshua Tree September 6-9
Bhakti Fest is celebrating its fourth season September 6 – 9 at the Joshua Tree Desert Retreat Center, in Joshua Tree, CA. Yoga, kirtan music and wisdom workshops will be offered in the tradition of the dynamic Bhakti Fests since 2009.
According to Sridhar Silberfein, Founder and Producer of the Bhakti Fests, “Bhakti is devotion to love. Shining within and without like the sun. We emanate pure love whenever and wherever we go, giving unconditional love to everyone, especially our personal relationships. This year’s Bhakti Fest will be a total immersion in this love for all the presenters and attendees.”
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The Sexiest Yoga Mat Alive
Here’s what happens when a yoga mat falls in love…pretty funny video actually, and I totally love the idea of a hotel stocking yoga mats in guest rooms…easier access to yoga mats is exactly what the world needs!
Why Yoga is Dangerous for Your Mind
[Enjoy another amazing guest post from Lindsey Lewis, life coach and yoga teacher. Stay up to date with her latest at www.libreliving.com, Facebook, and Twitter] The thing about yoga is this: it’s about your soul. It’s about clearing the blocks to your ultimate freedom, joy and purpose. It’s about getting to a state of total knowing and complete release. [...]
The Best Restorative Yoga Poses to Relieve Stress [Infographic]
Some great yoga advice and infographic from Greatist.com, one of our favorite health, fitness, and happiness websites: Whether it’s in your hips, glutes, or all in your head, tension has a way of accumulating as we hustle through the day-to-day. But there are ways to reclaim some very necessary “me” time with just a few [...]
Sarvangasana – The Royal Pose of Shoulderstand
Mick Jagger rocks a shoulderstand… “How do I love thee, let me count the ways.” This is how Shakespeare might have talked about Sarvangasana had he practiced yoga. In ancient texts, Shoulderstand is called a raja, or royal pose, because it is so beneficial for the body. Some texts even go so far as to [...]
Two Sides of the Tongue
The Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 17, verse 15: “Always tell the truth, Arjuna, and present it in as pleasant a way as possible. If you cannot do that, remain silent. If something absolutely needs to be said you must uphold the truth, but find a way to do it that is gentle and obliging. “Do not [...]
Why Freeing Your Mind Will Free Your Soul
(A guest post by Lindsey Lewis, freedom-seeker, yoga teacher, life coach at www.libreliving.com) “Free your mind, and the rest will follow.” Freedom-seekers unite. Yoga-lovers, body-lovers, mat meditators, dancers, divers, deep-soul seekers. We are all here for the very same reason. Moksha. Liberation. To be free. Our soul craves it. Our mind fears it. Our hearts [...]
How to Overcome the “Blahs”
Do you ever feel “blah?” As I write this I am glancing from my computer screen to a window that is streaked with rain. Through the blurred glass I see the gray water of Bellingham Bay and the eternally gray Washington sky. I suddenly feel tired and in need of a hot bath and my bed. But [...]
DCOY Giveaway: The Yoga Mat Tie–A Simple, Yet Brilliant Solution to Sloppy Yoga Mats
The simplicity of yoga is one of its most beautiful and appealing aspects. Not a lot of equipment required, right?… Well, a yoga mat isn’t necessarily even an absolute necessity, but I think most of us would admit yoga isn’t nearly as pleasant without a little sticky mat under our feet and hands. Everything else [...]
More Ashtanga Primary Series on Yoga Today
As a follow-up to yesterday's post on Yoga Today's free on-line yoga classes, here's a link to another Ashtanga Primary Series class from a few weeks ago. I've noticed that Yoga Today's video archive only has about four classes to choose from at a time, but if you want an easy way to find previous … [Read More...]
Video: David Swenson on Yoga and Strength
The words of a yoga master... [vodpod id=Groupvideo.3816496&w=470&h=360&fv=] Related products Ashtanga Yoga: The Practice Manual Ashtanga Yoga: The Practice--First Series With David Swenson … [Read More...]
How to Practice Downward Facing Dog Correctly
One of the most foundational poses to any yoga practice is Downward Facing Dog, or Adho Mukha Svanasana. This posture not only relieves lower back pain and sciatic nerve discomfort, but also helps to minimize depression and tightness in the hamstrings. It stretches the body from the fingertips to … [Read More...]
Yoga Book Giveaway: Two Signed Copies of Hell-Bent!
UPDATE 19 Jan 13: Thanks to everyone who shared so many wonderful yoga quotes! Each inspired in their own way, but we ultimately loved the following two quotes from our contest winners Gillian and Dave--congratulations to both of them! As some of the quotes in the comments attest, they will … [Read More...]
What’s Your Yoga Style?
This little chart from Alison Hinks just might lead you to the yoga promised land. … [Read More...]
Jnana yoga – The Intellect Deconstructs Itself to Find Freedom
[Editor's note: This is a guest post by YOME - 'The Yoga Portal For Wonderful Life'] Whether you call it the path of wisdom or of ‘right knowledge,’ Jnana or Dhyana yoga (pronounced gi-ya-na) is a path of inquiry into one’s own mind in order to find deeper truths about the world. Instead of … [Read More...]
The Psoas: Is it the most important postural muscle?
[Editor's note: This is a guest post by Nadine Fawell who blogs at Yoga with Nadine. Check it out!] Well, I think it is anyway. There are many, many reasons I think this: I could practically write a BOOK about the psoas. But here’s something to think about. When we went from walking on four legs … [Read More...]
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