After more than 10 years of practicing yoga and 6 years of meditation, I am still scared of the hard work and the commitment it would involve. Sometimes I’m surprised by the dark feelings of criticism, fear and anger. But I faced up my fears.

Meditation is a deeply personal and intimate practice, for some, it may work wonders, but for others, sitting in contemplation, stillness and quieting the mind can be a great challenge… The question remains, is meditation for everyone?

I am falling over. I went to the Chiropractor yesterday and discovered I am leaning to my left. Even with all the yoga, awareness, hopes and struggles, I am not going to survive my karma and dharma: I am getting older. My body is shrinking.

I often ask myself, who is doing this breathing? Am I? Or, am I being breathed? Where does the breath begin within my body, heart, soul?

If embarking on a Yoga Teacher Training is on your wish list in 2023, ask yourself this: What do I want the outcome to be?; What are the results experienced by previous students?; Are those results consistent over time?

I always thought yoga was too slow. I grew up doing gymnastics, dance, kickboxing, and capoeira so when someone suggested I try yoga, I think I probably said something like ‘that’s boring and just stretching.’…

When you sign up for a yoga training program or an educational journey, don't you usually look for quality, experience, and trustable institutions? Then why not for your yoga education? How can this sad story I told above still happen?

When my mother was alive, I used to fight her tendency to view life’s bumps as opportunities. She was a half-cup-full woman. I, in contrast, was committed to learn how to feel my pain….

Why not consider building up the conversation of gratitude all the way into the new year?

The trouble with this question is not that we have fears or concerns. It’s that we doubt the process of becoming something. We forget that learning is a process….

…But via the art of listening with patience I learned to let go of my personal agenda and desires to get somewhere, and to surrender to …yeah … to what? I have no idea!

Do you consider joining the 200 hr Inner Axis program with Max Strom? Read this blog from Max about why you should become an Inner Axis teacher.

Although we’re grateful for online yoga classes, there are a few things missing if you only practice at home.

From an Ayurvedic perspective we follow the seasons. The start of Spring is the best time to support your internal cleansing process. Just like in nature, our body is constantly changing.

Gaining insight in your own specific constitution can help you make choices that are right for you. Curious to find out your own unique constitution? Do this Dosha Test.

In a Kirtan session, mantras are sung in call- and response. Repeating the mantra over and over, lets you sink into deeper layers of your meditation.

Considering taking your first aerial yoga class? This newer form of yoga uses an aerial hammock to add playfulness and challenge to traditional poses.

The actions we can take, besides donating for humanitarian help, is giving the world a bit more hope….

iRest is an ancient meditation form which continues to be beneficial in modern day life. Our teachers shared their personal stories to help you decide if it's right for you.

Why do you feel better after yoga? It’s the combination of moving your body to the breath. Pranayama (Sanskrit for breath regulation practice) is the fourth limb of yoga in the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali, right after Asana. Because “No breath, no yoga”.