Aging and yoga should go hand in hand. Yoga can help seniors, older adults, and those of us recovering from injury or with limited mobility regain a sense of balance, strength, stability and flexibility. Balance, strength, stability and flexibility are key in preventing falls, injuries and illness. Let’s discuss some best yoga asana practices for…
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5 Yoga Destinations Perfect for a Total Reset
Roll up your yoga mat and head to one of the destinations below to experience some healing energy. Do you feel like you could use some deep rest and relaxation? Self-care is often easier when you are away from your regular routine at home, so maybe it’s time to consider a visit to an energy…
Understanding the Air Element, Our Gateway to Freedom
The five elements – earth, water, fire, air, ether – are the manifestations of the vibrations of our own consciousness in their most physical form. When we understand them as a part of us, we can create greater harmony and balance. The elements are a gateway to experiencing more freedom and pleasure in life. This…
Understanding the Elements: Balancing Your Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether Energy
The five elements of earth, air, fire, water, and ether were originally brought into conception by the Greeks. They believed these elements made up everything there is in the world, including you. We are not only surrounded by nature; we are nature. Earth Element Earth is the most physical or tangible element. The ground, rocks,…
Seventh Chakra Quiz: Reach Your Highest Potential
The seventh chakra, also called Sahasrara or crown chakra, is located at the top of your head. This energy center acts as the bridge between your thoughts and the cosmos and offers you access to wisdom, collective consciousness, and higher guidance. Balance is key to getting the benefit of all chakras, but if you want…
Is Your Spiritual Practice Fulfilling and Effective?
Is your spiritual practice effective at fulfilling your highest intentions? Though there are many different answers to this question, there are also some indicators of the progress one is making on a spiritual path. Consider the depth and expansion of your awareness of the divine. Are you aware of the perfect nature of existence on…
5 Simple Ways to Build Your Energy
Low energy keeping you from tackling your to-do list or taking care of your health? Burnout and stress are at all-time highs across professions, so if you are feeling tired and drained, you are not alone. With a pandemic, ongoing economic concerns, and challenging world events, now more than ever, we need tools to help…
Sixth Chakra Quiz to Access Your Deeper Intuition
The sixth chakra is connected to your third eye, the intuition center. There are seven chakras that distribute energy throughout our body, but if you want to get more in touch with your inner wisdom, the sixth chakra is the place to focus. An Overview of the Sixth Chakra The sixth chakra, also called Anja,…
Morning Routine Need a Refresh? Make These 7 Small Changes
Each morning is fresh, different, and provides a new chance to set the tone for the rest of the day. Before focusing on your job, kids, partner, or whatever else consumes your daily schedule, why not spend some time on you first thing? Remember – people don’t change their lives in a single morning. It…
Practice Outside! 5 Reasons to Move Your Mat
Taking your mat outside, especially now that there is warmer weather here in the northern hemisphere as we move towards summer, can be a great way to improve your practice and your mood. This article shares some thoughts on why you might want to go outside and brave the elements. Gain More Physical Balance We…