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Blog posts include small “bites” of yoga therapy techniques (movement, breathing, mindfulness, and more) and definitions of common Sanskrit words. Techniques shared in the blog are simple tools to support your serenity!
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Dvesha Defined
Dvesha is the yogic concept of aversion - and one of 5 root causes of suffering outlined in yogic philosophy. This is when we reject or avoid something because we perceive it to be unpleasant. There...
Tapas Defined
Tapas is the energy of transformation, our inner fire. It's what drives us forward to a dedicated practice of right effort and self-discipline. Tapas propels us beyond our limitations and into...
After Sitting Practice
Here is a nice way to nourish your body after a bout of sitting (such as when spending time on the computer building your business). Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet on the floor. Hug...
Klesha Defined
Klesha is a Sanskrit word that the YogaSutra (an ancient text defining yoga) presents as a cause of suffering. Five of them are enumerated: misperception, egoism, attachment, aversion, and a...
Get on the Ball
Salutogenesis Defined
Saluto-what!? Salutogenesis is the study of what contributes to well-being. Salus is the Latin word for health, prosperity, or safety. Genesis is the Greek word for beginning, origin, or creation....