Metta meditation, also known as the loving-kindness meditation, comes from one of four 2,500-year-old teachings called the Brahma Viharas. These virtues and the meditations that accompany them were originally taught by the Buddha to help us connect most directly with our desire for true happiness. Metta meditation is one of these practices that can open…
5 Questions for YogaToday Teacher Liza Colpa
New York native Liza Colpa turned to yoga as a way to unpack past trauma and to discover a calmer, more integrated way of relating to her surroundings. Liza first attended a yoga class with her sister, where she instantly felt “this vibration… this calm, electric energy.” Liza kept coming back to the mat and…
Ankle Modifications for Happy Joints
by Sierra Wagner Some of the most commonly practiced and beloved yoga poses put a lot of weight on the ankle joints. As your practice progresses, you might notice that many poses require significant ankle flexibility, too. This article will offer some ways to gain and maintain a healthy range of motion in the ankles….
7 Ways to Practice Self-Love
by Jessica Chapman Self-love means truly caring about your own wellbeing. It’s one of the essential components of a happy life and remains one of the critical drivers of success in the modern world. A sense of self-worth ensures optimal productivity and opens the way to many life-changing opportunities and fulfillment. Here are 7 easy…
Five Tips for Nailing Arm Balances
By: Lynn Roulo Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need to be an extremely experienced yoga practitioner to perform arm balances. And, while social media posts might leave you with the impression that you need to be both extremely fit and flexible, this too is a myth. Arm balances are more accessible than you realize…
Wrist Modifications for Happy Joints
If you sometimes experience wrist soreness or fatigue when you practice yoga, you aren’t alone. Some of the most commonly practiced and beloved yoga poses put a lot of weight on the wrists. This can actually be healthy for the wrists in the long run, since it helps build and maintain upper body strength and…
Can Losing Sleep Affect Your Health?
For all the lamenting we do about a lack of sleep, none of us really know why it’s a big deal. Therein lies the problem. Sleep scientist Matthew Walker asks his Masterclass audience: “What percent of the population can survive on 5-6 hours of sleep without adverse effects?” His answer? Zero. During his Masterclass, Walker…
5 Health Benefits of Conscious Breathing
The key to cleansing your body through your breath is to develop conscious breathing. You clean your house with a broom and a mop but did you know you can clean your body with your breath? What is conscious breathing? Conscious breathing is a broad term that refers to methods that improve the breathing function,…
The Yogi’s Bookshelf: Connect with Land & Self
This week, we give you a peek at our mindful bookshelf by breaking down three reads that will help you cultivate the important connections in your life. From learning how to have a reciprocal relationship with the planet to the importance of showing up & staying present for the people you love, the yogi’s bookshelf…
4 Reasons to Commit to a Daily Yoga Practice
Kundalini yoga teacher and published Author Lynn Roulo explains why putting in the work of a daily yoga practice is so important for long-term growth, both on and off your mat. People sometimes ask about my personal yoga practice, and they are often surprised to hear that I‘ve been maintaining a daily Kundalini Yoga practice for 12…