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Stepping Into the Ancient Practice of Hatha Yoga
I bet most of us get confused when we hear of how many types of Yoga we can practice. There are more than 90 different styles; some, such as Bikram Yoga, were even trademarked. But did you ever...
Kundalini’s Journey
The Sanskrit word Kundalini can be translated as “coiled female serpent”. The serpent is our energy that coils at the base of our spine and represents the feminine part of God. The divine in...
Yin Yoga: Finding Balance in Your Life
If you are a very active person, Yin Yoga may be the recipe to finding that balance we aim for in our lives. In one of my previous posts, I talked you through the history and benefits of Yin Yoga....
7 Chakras And Their Meanings
Seats Of Energy Consciousness I must admit that it's been quite hard to understand and feel the chakra system. Like many things in yoga that cannot be physically located, x-rayed, or detected, I...
The 8 Limbs Of Yoga
– Guest blog post by Marianna – What is the first thing you picture on your mind when someone mentions yoga? For a long time, I bet many of us picture yoga as a mix of postures, similar to...
Hasta Mudras
Hasta Mudras – An Extension Of Our Hearts – Guest blog post by Marianna – Have you ever thought about what we do every day with our hands? We touch, work, cook, write, type, draw, heal,...
The Best Way To Achieve Our Goals With The Help Of “Sankalpa”
The Promise For The New Year – Guest blog post by Marianna – A new year always brings some sort of freshness, hope for new beginnings, and changes. We convince ourselves this will be the year...
Yoga And Pilates
Yoga And Pilates Similarities And Benefits – Guest blog post by Juliette – What Is Similar About Yoga And Pilates? Yoga and Pilates can be combined very well if you want to work on your...
What Is Yin Yoga And Its Benefit To Our Body
– Guest blog post by Marianna – History Of Yin Yoga When I step into something new for me, I like to know more about the history of it and how the past has influenced it. That’s why I would...
Rituals And Yoga For A Restful Night
How Does Yoga Help To Have A Good Night Sleep – Guest blog post by Marianna – Benefits Of Yoga Yoga is known for giving us many benefits, and one of them is helping to wind down our days....
The Moral Rules To Pursue In Yoga Philosophy (Part 2)
How we live in the world and how we can change our attitude – Guest blog post by Marianna – Part 2 – The Niyamas “The Niyamas are the fundamental practices that sustain a life based on...
The Yamas – The Moral Rules To Pursue In Yoga Philosophy (Part 1)
How We Live In The World And How We Can Change Our Attitude – Guest blog post by Marianna – Part 1 – The Yamas Most of us think about yoga mostly in terms of physical practice. But how do we...
When I’m Upside Down, I Get Things From A Different Perspective
Sirsasana, What Is It ? – Guest blog post by Marianna – The first time I saw people performing Sirsasana I (headstand inversion) was during an Ashtanga class. I remember telling myself: ‘Well...
Yoga Nidra For Ultimate Body Relaxation
Yoga Nidra - Everything You Want To Know – Guest blog post by Marianna – Let's get a few pillows, maybe a bolster, a blanket, and an eye pillow if you like, and prepare yourselves for a Yoga...
5 Reasons Why To Use Yoga Props
Yoga Props Aren't Only For Beginners: 5 Reasons Why To Use Blocks, Straps, And Bolsters – Guest blog post by Marianna – At the beginning of my yoga journey, I barely used yoga props. I often...