Yoga and Laughing at the Sky
Yoga and laughing are combined in Laughter Yoga, which was developed by Dr. Kataria, and his wife, Madhuri in 1995. Combining laughter…
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The Value of Family Yoga
The value of family Yoga can extend even further when a family engages in a practice together. Not only can the shared practice of Yoga…
Patanjali and the Concept of Niyama in Yogic Philosophy
Contemporary Yogic philosophy is the more subtle and deeper contemplation of the integration of Yoga’s wisdom and practices into daily…
When Yoga Practice Gets Stale
Repeating a favorite series of asanas can really ground a practice and help focus, but sometimes Yoga training sessions can feel stale. Trying some new tricks can help even the most advanced Yoga practitioner see himself in a new light and make him look forward to his time on the mat.
About Becoming a Yoga Instructor
Many Hatha Yoga styles provide a basic framework for yoga teacher training, which suggests that a teacher complete a minimum of 200…
Yoga for Bellydance
A powerful Yoga practice can help a dancer learn to be present in the moment, which in turn gives her stage presence. Much like the Yoga…
How Often Should Beginners Practice Yoga?
“How often should I practice Yoga?” is one of those questions most frequently asked of Yoga instructors. Like other theories involving…
Yoga Asana Safety for the Human Machine
Safety, in practicing and teaching Yoga asanas, is very important. The human machine is designed to move, flex, and bend in very specific ways. If you move against that specific design, injury is likely to occur. As the practice of Yoga moves into the mainstream, Yoga classes are taught in a variety of settings to different groups of practitioners.
About Bhakti Yoga Philosophy
The branch of Yoga practice called Bhakti is based on love or devotion of the devotee for the immanent and transcendent divine. Bhakti Yoga is simply stated, the Yoga of devotion. The philosophy of Bhakti Yoga is based on the ancient Vedic teachings from India, including Narada’s Bhakti Sutras. The Bhakti Yoga Sutras emphasize love as a path to self-realization and oneness with God.