we love to wear our yoga, from tees to tattoos to jewelry that expresses our devotion. malas, strands of 108 beads plus a “guru” bead traditionally used for meditation and prayer, are the newest trend in wearable yoga, with designers...
the word mantra means "to transcend the thinking mind." mantras are sanskrit words or seed syllables that are sung, chanted, or mentally repeated with the use of a mala, in order to cultivate an energetic that is supportive to the...
one of the most famous quotes by the dalai lama says "sleep is the best meditation." but how do we sleep when the mind is racing and won't quiet down? we worry, think about work, and toss and turn because the...
“om mani padme hum” is an ancient sanskrit chant commonly associated with tibetan buddhism, invoking the quality of compassion. chanting is known as “mantra yoga”, where we use the power of vibration to create internal harmony and raise our consciousness. the...
the gayatri mantra (GUY-ah-tree) is one of the most widely known and beneficial of the ancient sanskrit mantras. gayatri is a mantra of physical, emotional, and mental healing, purifying the subtle karmas, protecting from the onslaught of obstacles, and of spiritual...
As with everything in life, yoga is effective but it will only work if you ‘work it’. For results with Yoga, as with any program, one needs to learn two simple rules; dedication and persistence. You have to be dedicated...
Here is a great article from Om Shanti: A Yoga Blog, that describes Vinyasa Flow. I thought I would share. At the bottom is a link for the full article. —Rachel— So what is it? Well, one way to describe...
It’s a piece of advice that yogis have given for thousands of years: take a deep breath and relax. Watch the tension melt from your muscles and all your niggling worries vanish. Somehow we all know that relaxation is good...
Try this meditation to nourish the heart from the inside out. Many of the paths of yoga lead to the cleansing and nourishing of the energy of the heart. In Bhakti Yoga, the yoga of devotion, the heart is cleansed...
During this time of year, the stress of the upcoming holidays can seem daunting to some of us. Here are a few tips that may be useful for finding that balance needed to have a healthy and happy holiday season....
The meaning of the Sanskrit word “Mala” is “garland.” For Buddhist and some yoga practitioners, a mala is considered an essential tool. Below is a brief explanation about malas, their purpose, meaning, and use. What is a Mala? From a...
Meditation has many health benefits and is a wonderful way to relieve stress and maintain a healthier lifestyle. There are many different ways to meditate, and this is one of the most basic. With practice, you can use this technique to feel inner peace...
