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  • Ashtanga & Mysore Room Etiquette

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    How to Create a Space for Practice Traditional Ashtanga and Mysore classes can be quite different from a conventional yoga or exercise class. The Mysore room is not simply a place to perform postures; it is a space to develop an independent practice within a supportive community. Ashtanga has often been described as “meditation in movement.” Through…

  • Kriya & Pranayama

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    The Hatha Yoga Pradipika is one of the most influential texts of the Hatha Yoga tradition. Compiled in the 15th century by Yogi Svatmarama, it presents a practical path that uses the body, breath, and mind as tools for spiritual development. The word Hatha refers to the union of opposites; Ha (sun) and Tha (moon), symbolizing the balancing of…

  • Ashtanga Yoga teacher training

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    Dear Yoga Friends, I’m excited to share details about our upcoming 40-Hour Ashtanga Teacher Training Course, scheduled over two weekends: June 27–28 and July 26–27, 2025. Although I’ve titled this event Ashtanga Teacher Training, the true intention is to help you deepen the foundations of your personal yoga practice—whether you plan to teach or simply want to level up your yoga.…

  • Year of the snake

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    Happy Lunar New Year of the Snake! The snake is a powerful symbol in yoga philosophy, appearing not just in one of my favorite poses—bhujangasana (cobra pose)—but more significantly as a representation of kundalini energy. This vital force is said to rest, coiled like a serpent, at the base of the spine, lying dormant until…

  • Vitamin d meditation

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    This is the time of year when many of us are craving sunshine. It’s normal to feel lower energy during the winter months, but even now, we can draw from the energy and life-giving force of our nearby star. Today, I want to share a powerful meditation to bring some light into your day—because even…

  • Days Of The Week (Notes From Vedic Astrology)

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    One of the realizations many of us have regarding daily practice is how different we feel from day to day. Environmental factors such as weather, time of year, and the phase of the moon affect how we feel, as do lifestyle factors like sleep, hydration, alcohol, and stress. The ancient yogis and Vedic Seers recognized…

  • Mantra Mania

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    A mantra is a sacred sound, word, phrase, or syllable that is repeated or chanted either aloud or silently during meditation, prayer, or spiritual practice. Mantras are typically derived from ancient Sanskrit texts and are believed to have spiritual or transformative powers. They are used to focus the mind, deepen concentration, and invoke specific qualities…