Chakra 101: The care and keeping of the Sacral Chakra
The second chakra, also called the sacral chakra, is named Svadhistana. Svadhistana means “the self’s dwelling place.”….Our emotions, creativity, and sexuality are all associated with this chakra.
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The story of Hanuman: How to love like a Yogi!
Love is a yoga practice. The monkey-god Hanuman, also known as “the Greatest Bhakti”, is a great example of how to love like a yogi! Hanuman teaches us about the transformative power of love.
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Understanding the yama and niyama: Satya.
When we identify with the Truth of who we are, we foster connection to an unending source of love. The more we allow this love to flow in and through us, the more we are able to live deeply, intentionally, and courageously. As mental chatter subsides, we discover and begin to live from a calm place of stillness and peace.
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Imbolc: Honor the Mother within and without.
Hatha yoga: bringing balance to a practice for balanced being. Hatha yoga is the most prevalent form of Yoga practiced in the West. According to the 2016 Yoga in America study, 36.7 million Americans practice yoga! Whether their goals were physical, mental, or... read more
Understanding the yama and niyama: Ahimsa.
Ashtanga Yoga: the Eight-Limbed Path Our modern Yoga practice comes from the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali. The Yoga Sutra are the earliest known collection of writings we have about Yoga. The word sutra means “thread” or “stitch” and refers to a short, easily remembered... read more
The state of Yoga: what is it and why do we practice?
What practices help you live in the state we call Yoga? Share with us in the comment section below!
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Meaningful Transformation: get grounded, quiet the mind, and take wise action!
“If we wish to save the world, me must have a plan. But unless we meditate, no plan will work.” The Dali Lama
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Lessons from the Roman god Janus: We are the gatekeepers of our minds!
Like Janus, we have the ability to look towards the future and back over our past. Unlike Janus, however, this causes our minds to be unsettled. Worrying about the future brings an increase in anxiety. Ruminating over the past contributed to depressed feelings. What does Janus know that allows him to utilize this ability without losing his peace of mind?
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Winter Solstice: Honoring the darkness, invoking the light.
When we are in darkness, the temptation may be to isolate ourselves completely. It is up to us to find the balance between the time we need to ourselves to rest and reflect, and time needed in the company of companions who will walk with us on our journey back to the light.
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Practice sangha with Eternal Health Yoga!
Your sangha…is the soil, and you are the seed. No matter how vigorous the seed is, if the soil does not provide nourishment, your seed will die. A good sangha is crucial for the practice. – Thich Nhat Hanh Yogic living is simple. It’s just not particularly easy. That... read more