International Yoga Day: Empowering Women Through Yoga by Hardik Mehta Yoga, an ancient practice with origins in India, has been embraced worldwide for its myriad benefits, ranging from physical health to mental well-being. Every year on June 21st, the world celebrates International Yoga Day, acknowledging the profound impact of yoga on individuals and communities. This …
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Factors to Consider During Pranayama by Soha Akbar Friends, in the previous blog, we talked about a basic understanding of pranayama as per different texts. Today we’ll take a look at some important factors one should consider when practising pranayama. Let’s see what they are. Time of practice: Dawn is the best time to practise …
Pranayama – A Theoretical Understanding by Soha Akbar As yoga practitioners, we are usually drawn first to asanas and the physical benefits that come along with it. For many beginners, it might also be the fascination of being able to bend and balance the body in various postures. Rarely does someone starting yoga approach the …
The Essence of Bhakti Yoga Explained by Hardik Mehta In the vast spectrum of yogic practices, Bhakti Yoga stands out as a path of profound devotion, offering seekers a direct route to spiritual fulfilment and inner peace. Rooted in ancient Hindu scriptures, Bhakti Yoga emphasizes the cultivation of love, reverence, and surrender to the divine. …
Benefits of Vinyasa Yoga by Prutha Bhatt What is Vinyasa Yoga? Vinyasa Yoga is a style in which the mind, body, and breath are well integrated to achieve physical and spiritual benefits. Shri T. Krishnamacharya’s ‘Vinyasa Krama Yoga’ focuses on a gradual and sequential progression. This is accomplished by adhering to a structured sequence and …
Understanding the Second Niyama-Santosha by Hardik Mehta The Niyamas, constituting the second limb of the Yoga path, offer a framework for personal observances and practices aimed at fostering inner harmony and spiritual growth. Delving into these principles after understanding the Yamas provides a comprehensive approach to navigating the journey of self-discovery and transformation through Yoga. …
Chakra Meditation Script by Hardik Mehta What is Chakra Meditation? Chakra meditation is a practice that involves focusing on the energy centres within the body known as chakras. In traditional Indian spiritual practices, chakras are believed to be spinning wheels or vortexes of energy located along the central channel of the body, from the base …
Yoga Nidra Script by Hardik Mehta Introduction to Yoga Nidra Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation and relaxation technique that originated from ancient yoga practices. It’s often referred to as “yogic sleep” because it induces a state of deep relaxation while maintaining full consciousness. During a Yoga Nidra session, practitioners lie down in a comfortable …
Exploring the First Niyama: Saucha by Hardik Mehta In the philosophy of yoga, the Niyamas are a set of ethical principles that guide individuals toward self-discipline and inner transformation. Among these principles, Saucha, often translated as “cleanliness” or “purity,” holds a significant place. Rooted in the idea of purifying both the external and internal aspects …
Elevated RYS from Yoga Alliance by Soha Akbar Having understood the basics of RYT and RYS, let us take a look at Elevated RYS 200. In February 2020, Yoga Alliance replaced the foundational or Legacy RYS 200 standards with Elevated RYS 200 standards. The Elevated Standards comprises a core curriculum that includes the lineage, style …
