The Final Niyama, Ishvara Pranidhana, the Yoga of Surrender In the busyness and ‘doing’ of our lives, the striving for control can be deafening. We juggle deadlines, navigate relationships, and wrestle with anxieties, often forgetting the simple power of letting go. This is where the final niyama, Ishvara Pranidhana, the yoga of surrender, a concept […]
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The Fourth Niyama, Svadyaya We can be so used to seeking outside ourselves for external guidance and assurance but often what we want to know, is already within us; it lies dormant within you. The fourth Niyama , Svadyaya (ethical observance) in the yogic framework outlined by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras, guides us on
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The Anahata Chakra Summer is a time of exuberance, vitality, and warmth. It’s a season that encourages us to open up, connect, and thrive. In the realm of yoga and spiritual practice, this season beautifully aligns with the energy of the Anahata chakra, or the heart chakra. Located at the centre of the chest, Anahata
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Rise to Root Embracing a Slower Energy In the natural cycle of the year, there comes a time when we transition from a period of intense activity and vibrant energy to a slower, more introspective pace. This shift is a journey from the fiery, dynamic energy of one phase to the grounding, nurturing energy of
The Third Niyama, Tapas Imagine a flickering flame within you, a spark of potent energy yearning to be unleashed. This, in essence, is the third Niyama, Tapas, or ethical observance, in yogic philosophy. Coined by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras, the eight limbs (Ashtanga) weave a path towards enlightenment, and Tapas ignites the fire within
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The Summer Solstice As the earth tilts its axis towards the sun, the longest day of the year unfolds in a magnificent display of light and warmth. The summer solstice, a celestial event occurring around June 20-21 in the Northern Hemisphere, is not only an astronomical phenomenon but it can be a profound spiritual experience.
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Santosha is the Art of living through Contentment Contentment is not fulfilment of what you want, but the realization of how much you already have. ” I have everything I need”. In the relentless pursuit of happiness, we often overlook a powerful yet subtle concept of Santosha. Santosha is the art of living through contentment.
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The Niyamas The Niyamas, the second limb of the eightfold path of yoga, offer a gateway to a deeper transformation, one that transcends the physical realm. These five observances, unlike the Yamas (ethical guidelines), are a pact we forge with ourselves. They’re the secret ingredients in the alchemical recipe for inner peace and self-mastery. Saucha
Aparigraha and The Art of Letting Go Aparigraha: Non-Attachment Aparigraha, is the fifth yama and encompasses the art of letting go. The Yamas form a sort of moral code, and the eight limbs of yoga really show how yoga goes far beyond poses and the mat. These moral codes form guidelines by which to live
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Brahmacharya The Fourth Yama Brahmacharya: Right Use of Energy In spiritual practices, Brahmacharya is the fourth yama, or moral code. Often misunderstood as solely celibacy, Brahmacharya, widely translated as “right use of energy,” is an important one to consider on your yogic path. Brahmacharya offers a transformative approach to life itself. It’s a philosophy for
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