Spiritual Benefits of Clary Sage | Fifteen hundred years ago, Padmasambhava, the Indian mystic who took Buddhism to Tibet, prophesized the challenging hardships that would afflict societies during the Kali Yuga. Among his many accurate predictions in this Dark Age was that people would not be able to sleep. Gone are the times when the … Read more
a simple recipe for enjoying the benefits of aloe vera and lemon First, it is essential to know that Aloe vera is a very versatile plant that has been used to treat a variety of health conditions for thousands of years. Its healthful plant benefits are: Provide antibacterial and antioxidant properties Accelerate the healing of … Read more
The joy of practicing yoga, at home! While 10 years ago, taking an online yoga class would have been regarded as eerie, or even against the yogic philosophy, it’s now become commonplace. Especially since Covid-19, online yoga makes even more sense. Classes, retreats, and yoga teacher training are offered on all sorts of digital platforms. … Read more
Wondering if a yoga retreat is for you? You probably know people who went on a yoga retreat in a remote, exotic destination. You’ve seen the photos they’ve shared on Instagram, and you’ve heard their stories about how their life has changed ever since. But due to Covid-19, we all have been experiencing difficulties with … Read more
the benefits of restorative yoga for aging adults When we think of getting older, we often think of aching bones and creaky joints. But aging doesn’t always have to come with the promise of dreaded health problems. One great way to manage health as you age is through a low-impact exercise like pilates, water aerobics, … Read more
bid farewell to aging Aging causes physical as well as mental changes in the body. Some signs of aging are external and can be seen by anyone you interact with. Others are internal and are hard to recognize, such as your decreasing energy. Aging is reflected in the external body in the form of skin … Read more
mantra chanting connects and heals A quintessential example of the potential of sound to be used for healing was in ancient Greece, where Apollo was the god of both music and medicine. Ancient Greeks said, “Music is an art imbued with power to penetrate into the very depths of the soul.” Since early man learned … Read more
how practicing yoga improves our everyday lives As a yoga practitioner or someone who simply dabbles in yoga, it is great to enjoy the benefits of increased flexibility in the body through asanas (postures). But if there is a desire to grow in a spiritual journey, we must learn to be flexible and compassionate with everyone. The … Read more
Benefits of yoga for skin While it is still sometimes regarded as a holistic approach to achieving a healthier mind and body, it actually does more than that. Furthermore, the practice of yoga also has a crucial role in improving your skin so let’s dive into your yoga beauty routine, what are its benefits? While … Read more
how inversions help balance the physical and subtle bodies Known as the king of Asanas (yoga postures), the headstand may at first seem intimidating to the new practitioner. However, the benefits of this posture to on e’s mind, body, and spirit are plenty. In an environment where we are either sitting down or standing for most of … Read more