ANAHATA CHAKRA: Weaving Love and Compassion into the Tapestry of Life by Soha Akbar Love. Compassion. Trust. Inner peace. Meaningful relationships. Aren’t these qualities that we aspire to either receive from others, or cultivate within ourselves? Are these merely emotional qualities, or can we say that there is a positive energy that they project? This …
MANIPURA CHAKRA:Transformation through Fire;the Freedom we desire by Soha Akbar The Manipura chakra, known as the solar plexus chakra (or informally the navel chakra) in English, is the third chakra that we will take a look at. This centre acts as the powerhouse of energy in the human body. We’ll see further in the article …
Exploring Adho Mukha Svanasana: The Downward-Facing Dog Pose by Hardik Mehta In the world of yoga, few poses are as iconic and versatile as Adho Mukha Svanasana, commonly known as Downward-Facing Dog. This foundational yoga pose offers numerous physical and mental benefits, making it an integral part of yoga practice. In this blog post, we …
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 …
