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GuidesIntroduction What makes a yoga experience truly transformative? Yoga has become a global phenomenon, celebrated for its physical, mental, and spiritual benefits. With millions of practitioners worldwide, it is more than just a workout—it's ...
GuidesDid you know that using a yoga score sheet can help you monitor your practice and achieve better results? Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced yogi, a yoga score sheet allows you to track your progress, stay consistent, and make nece...
GuidesThe meaning of the word “yoni” in Sanskrit is ‘womb’ or the ‘source.’ Siddhayoni Asana is a special asana for women that according to the theory of Yoga, stimulates the sexual energy stored in the mooladhara chakra and directs it upwards to...
ArticlesThe diet of a yogi is very important for attaining success in the yoga practice. It is repeatedly stressed across various Yogic schools, ashrams, and scriptures that a healthy, balanced diet is a must if the mind and body are to be perfecte...
ArticlesWhat is Ojas in Ayurveda? Ojas is a powerful concept in Ayurveda, known as the "essence of vitality." Often seen as a subtle life force, Ojas represents the strength, immunity, and mental clarity that fuel a healthy life. In Ayurveda and Yo...
GuidesDifferent yogic texts have different opinions on the practice of amaroli kriya. Hatha Yoga Pradipika in accordance with the Khandakapalika sect (a Shaiva sect) considers amaroli as the practice of drinking the midstream of urine. However, S...
GuidesShambhavi Mudra or Shambhavi Kriya or Shambhavi Mahamudra is also known as bhrumadhya drishti , i.e., gazing at the eyebrow centre. The word Shambhavi here denotes the creative potential of consciousness. In yogic literature, Shiva is calle...
ArticlesChapter Four of Hatha Yoga Pradipika is on the topic of Samadhi. It opens with its first verse praising Lord Shiva. Its 42 nd verse talks about Shiva lingam. As we all know Shiva lingam is considered to be a symbol for many things. First, l...
GuidesIn the previous article, we have described the basics of Khechari mudra & its benefits. In this article, we'll learn more about this mysterious mudra and its working principles . Besides all the allegorical praise that we offered in rev...
GuidesKhechari mudra is one of the toughest techniques. It is believed to give supernatural powers to Yogis . The organ it is practiced with is the tongue. There is no asana like the Siddhasana and no Kumbhaka like the Kevala. There is no Mudra l...
ArticlesPeople think planning is the main thing and execution is a piece of cake. But when it comes to implement, many fail. Below is not an article about execution. It is about what the journey of a successful Yogi needs to look like. To make any ...
ArticlesThe true origins of the ancient system of Yoga go beyond civilizations. The present shape of it was developed from Vedic texts and Buddhist influences. Its earliest mention is found in the texts of Rigveda. From the 20th century onwards, yo...
