Don’t skip the Vinyasa (That’s where the magic is) There’s a moment in practice, right after you finish a pose, just before the next one begins, that often gets skipped over, done half heartedly. But that moment? That transition? That’s where the gold is. In the Ashtanga tradition, we call it vinyasa: the connection, the … Read more
Structure Creates Momentum: How Repetition Becomes a Superpower in Yoga (and Life) And why Ashtanga Yoga is the ultimate pattern-breaker for modern chaos Let’s talk about something most people avoid: repetition. We’ve been taught to fear it.That doing the same thing over and over = boring.That progress has to look like novelty, complexity, and constant … Read more
Seriously, it knows what it’s doing. A real-world take on aparigraha. “Everything that’s meant for you is already circling. The work is to stop holding the door shut with your fear.” Lately, I’ve been sitting with this question:What if I just relaxed and acted as if everything I dream has already happened? Not in a … Read more
Tapping into creativity, adaptability, and a new way forward with the Water Element Lately I’ve been feeling something shifting—subtle, but definitely there. A low hum of restlessness. On the surface, everything looks fine. Life is full, work is meaningful, family is good. But underneath? There’s a quiet nudge. A sense that I need to try … Read more
Why You’re Ready for Mysore (Even If You Don’t Feel Ready) By Allison Dearling, Live and Breathe Yoga Let me guess. You’ve thought about joining a Mysore class…You’ve peeked in the room once or twice…Maybe you’ve even told yourself, “One day, when I’m stronger/more flexible/less tired/more consistent… I’ll give it a go.” But right now?You … Read more
What if the heaviest thing you were carrying wasn’t on your hips… but in your head? When your mind feels lighter, your choices become clearer. You eat because you’re hungry, not to cope. You rest because you need to, not because you’re burnt out. So no, yoga won’t tell you what to eat. But it … Read more
You’re moving your body, breathing deeply… so why do you still feel stuck? Let’s talk about the Vayus. Have you ever felt stuck in an emotional state? anger, fear, or frustration without knowing how to shift it? Or noticed how one person’s energy can affect the whole room? Our energy isn’t static; it moves. And … Read more
Struggling to meditate? It’s not your fault. You’re skipping the most important step If you’ve ever tried to meditate and found your mind bouncing around like an over-caffeinated monkey, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with meditation, believing that their minds are simply “too busy” to sit in stillness. But what if the problem isn’t … Read more
Why Yoga Is Not a Replacement for the Gym: It’s a “Work-In” Yoga is often thought of as physical exercise, but it’s so much more than a replacement for the gym. While gym workouts are excellent for building strength and endurance, yoga offers a unique journey that goes beyond muscles and joints. In yoga, we … Read more
How the Other 7 Limbs of Yoga Change Everything Most of us start yoga for the physical practice. We want to get stronger, more flexible, less stressed. And for a while, that’s enough. Until it isn’t. Until you hit that point where you’re showing up, doing the poses, and still feeling like something’s missing. Because … Read more
How to Practice Ashtanga Yoga with an Injury: 5 Essential Tips Slowing down due to an injury can be daunting, but staying active and mindful is crucial—even when the body needs care. Practicing Ashtanga Yoga with an injury may seem challenging, yet with a few adjustments, it’s possible to keep moving while supporting healing. Stay … Read more
When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Go to Yoga: Resilience and Self-Care through Ashtanga yoga When life throws challenges our way, it’s often our routines that provide stability and solace. Ashtanga Yoga, with its structured sequence and disciplined approach, is much more than a workout; it’s an act of self-care through discipline. Through regular … Read more
