Jan 23, 2025 | Wellness, Yoga Philosophy
In the 8-Limbed Path of Ashtanga Yoga, the fourth yama—a practice of restraint or avoidance—is brahmacharya. This term translates to “moving toward Brahman” (or the Vedas), which involves dedicating oneself to the pursuit of knowledge about truth and...
Sep 11, 2024 | Blog, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Wellness, Yoga Philosophy
Satya, or truthfulness, is the second yama, or ethical restraint, on the eightfold path of yoga known as Ashtanga Yoga. It follows ahimsa, or non-violence, underscoring the importance of honesty as a fundamental element of the yogic path. When we explore the deeper...
Dec 13, 2019 | What's on My Mind Today..., Yoga Philosophy
As we close out a decade and move into the 2020’s, many people are taking inventory of their last 10 years. What were you were doing in January of 2010? Take a couple of minutes to ponder these questions: ~ What was I celebrating 10 years ago? ~ What were some of the...
Feb 14, 2019 | Family, Yoga and Parenting, Yoga Philosophy
Sometimes all I look forward to all day is my shower— All alone. No one asking me for anything for an entire ten minutes. Heaven. Today, I really needed that time. My two month old was being especially needy all day, so as soon as my husband walked through the...
Aug 14, 2017 | Benefits of Yoga for Kids, Family, Product Reviews - Kids Yoga, Yoga Philosophy
I have read many books on the subject of mindfulness and in particular with regards to teens. Since becoming a yoga teacher, the one I return to time and time again for guidance is Buddha's Brain, by Rick Hanson, with Richard Mendius. Yes, there is...
