Kapalbhati and Holistic Health: A Breath of Balance and Well-being by Hardik Mehta Welcome to the world of Kapalbhati, cleansing practice that has captured the hearts (and lungs) of health enthusiasts and spiritual seekers alike. Derived from the Sanskrit words “kapal” (forehead) and “bhati” (shining), Kapalbhati translates to “forehead shining breath. This practice involves rhythmic …
MULADHARA CHAKRAS: Stabilizing and Nurturing our Roots by Soha Akbar In our pursuit to understand more about the chakras, we will start with the Muladhara chakra, or as known in English, the root chakra. What does Muladhara mean and where is it located? The word muladhara can be broken down to two Sanskrit words: mula, …
CHAKRAS by Soha Akbar In the Yogic world of Pranayama and meditation, a term that props up quite often is ‘chakra.’ Phrases like ‘balancing the chakras, blocked chakras and activation of chakras’ are not uncommon. But what exactly are chakras, and what is their role in Yoga? Let’s find out. What is a chakra? ‘Chakra’ …
the power of mantras in yoga – A Harmonious Journey Within by Hardik Mehta Yoga, an ancient practice that harmonizes the body, mind, and soul, has become a global phenomenon, cherished for its comprehensive approach to well-being. Among its many components, one element stands out as a powerful tool for transformation and inner peace: Mantras. …
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From Asanas to Accreditation: Navigating the Yoga Teacher Training Landscape by Hardik Mehta Welcome to the yoga world! Choosing the best yoga training school may be overwhelming, whether you’re an experienced yogi eager to expand your practice or a novice ready to set out on a transforming journey. We’ll be your tour guides as we …
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From Mats to Maps: Why Every Traveler Should Embrace Yoga by Hardik Mehta Yes, you heard it right! Yoga travel is a real thing. Doing more than just sightseeing while travelling, people are now discovering the ways self-care travel could profoundly change one’s everyday life. Yoga and travel can be a wonderful combination, as both activities promote relaxation, …
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Yin Yoga by Sohaila Akbar Yin, and Yang. What comes to mind on hearing these two words? Probably an image of a circle divided into two halves by a curved line, one white and the other black. Well, this image is one we have come across in books and movies, but what does it really …
Vajrasana: The Thunderbolt Pose by Hardik Mehta Vajrasana, often known as the thunderbolt Pose, is a simple yet powerful yoga posture that resembles the stability and strength of a thunderbolt. In this pose, you kneel, sitting back on your heels with your spine erect and your hands resting on your thighs. Like a thunderbolt grounding …
The Texts of Hatha Yoga by Sohaila Akbar Hatha Yoga is a school or a branch of Yoga that stresses on using physical techniques to master the body. And why is this mastery of the body required? To preserve and channel prana or the vital energy in the body, so that eventually a state of …
Yoga Nidra: Deep Relaxation for Mind, Body, and Soul by Hardik Mehta The mind-body connection is a profound and intricate aspect of human existence, one that has been explored and celebrated for centuries through various practices and disciplines. Among these practices, Yoga Nidra stands out as a powerful tool that not only deepens our understanding …
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