Santosha – Contentment
In Yoga we are taught to cultivate santosha translated as contentment or happiness. My personal experience of this practice shows me that one of the greatest obstacles to attaining contentment is fear. …
Miscellaneous
Mindfulness
Mindfulness is a practice in which we become aware of the various facets of our experiences in the present moment. We can learn to be aware of how we move, …
Sathya – Truthfuness
Yoga teaches truthfulness (Sathya).This truthfulness can be manifested in our attitude towards others and our inner attitude with ourselves. When it comes to our relationship with “the other”, there is …
Ahimsa – Non Violence
The essence of ahimsa is non-violence of our own heart The violence we inflict on each other is only the outward manifestation of the war raging inside ourselves and it …
The Benefits Of Yoga
Yoga provides many benefits including; Encourages relationship and understanding between the mind and body. Improves body coordination and therefore efficiency in the way we move and think. Increases strength, flexibility …
Patience and Mastery
Hi Friend Thank you for your lovely message. I am delighted that you are able to share some of your thoughts about your life and yoga with me. I am …
The Self Within Is The Self Within Us All
“Brahman is already known since it is the self in everyone”. I dedicate this work to my Guru, at whose lotus feet I now rest. When I first saw the …
Pain
Pain, whether it’s physical, emotional or mental is a blessing. Don’t be afraid of pain, it is your best teacher. It teaches you in a very subtle way, without you …