The ultimate goal of yoga, often obscured by the focus on physical postures, is liberation—freedom from the cyclical conditioning of the mind and the relentless ticking clock of time. This freedom is not found in an exotic location or a…
The yoga we practice today—from the vigorous flows of Vinyasa to the alignment of Hatha—is the culmination of a vast and rich history spanning over five thousand years. Tracing its origins from ancient philosophy to its modern, global phenomenon status,…
Pranayama, often translated as “control of the life force” (Prana) or “extension of the breath” (Ayama), is perhaps the most powerful and transformative practice in yoga. While asanas (postures) prepare the body, pranayama prepares the mind and the nervous system.…
One of the most frequent questions new and seasoned practitioners ask is, “How long is long enough?” In our highly scheduled lives, the duration of a yoga session often feels like a barrier. If you can’t commit to a 90-minute…
