We may not know what the future will be like (do we ever, really?), but we can know our experience through the senses in the present moment. Yoga literally “yokes” the mind to the present moment. Regular practice repeatedly invites us to be present, and the more we practice presence, the more we can perceive reality as it truly is.
Read MoreWhat is it like to come back home? This post explores our relationship with yoga practice, as it ebbs and flows in our often busy lives.
Read MoreOur understanding of the brain provides a scientific basis for many of the meditative practices that have been taught by the sages for centuries. In particular, the study of neuroplasticity, or the brain’s ability to form and reorganize connections, makes the case for sustained practice of mind/body disciplines.
Read MoreTwo core principles of yoga are Abhyasa: practice with persistent effort, and Vairagya: non-attachment or letting go. When these two principles are combined, we are led to the stable, peaceful, and tranquil state known as Stithau.
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