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Be Here Now: Discovering the Beauty of Presence in a Busy World
by Sara Koch | Nov 16, 2024
Discover the transformative power of being present in “Be Here Now.” This reflective blog explores the importance of genuine connection with God and others.
The Art of Denying Self: Fasting’s Role in Spiritual Discipline
by Tonya Wetzel | Nov 7, 2024
Fasting is a discipline encouraged in both yoga and Christianity. It is among the few spiritual practices all major world religions share. It serves as a tool for self-discipline, facilitates time in prayer, and increases our focus on God. But what is fasting, and why...
Exploring the World of Yoga: A Guide to 8 Styles of Yoga
by Tonya Wetzel | Oct 23, 2024
Discover the essence of Hatha, Vinyasa, Power, Ashtanga, Kundalini, Restorative, and Yin yoga styles. Find the perfect fit for your practice and well-being.
Mind, Body, and Spirit: Christian Insights into the Crown Chakra
by Tonya Wetzel | Oct 15, 2024
Nurture your spiritual growth and wellness through understanding the Crown Chakra from a Christian perspective. Discover the path to balance and faith.
Biblical Insights and the Third Eye Chakra
by Tonya Wetzel | Oct 7, 2024
Explore the Third Eye Chakra from a Christian perspective. Discover yoga poses, affirmations, and journal prompts for spiritual growth.
Speak Truth in Kindness: The Throat Chakra in Biblical Context
by Tonya Wetzel | Sep 29, 2024
Explore the Throat Chakra through the lens of scripture. Discover journal questions, affirmations, and yoga poses to help you find alignment.
The Power of the Heart Chakra: A Christian Guide
by Tonya Wetzel | Sep 21, 2024
Explore the connection between the heart chakra and Christian teachings. Discover yoga poses, biblical parallels, and prayer prompts for a balanced heart.
The Solar Plexus Chakra: A Christian Understanding of Faith and Confidence
by Tonya Wetzel | Sep 13, 2024
Explore the Solar Plexus Chakra: Yoga poses, biblical parallels, and affirmations for nurturing faith and wellness.
Balancing Emotions: A Christian Guide to the Sacral Chakra
by Tonya Wetzel | Sep 5, 2024
Nurture emotional wellness and faith by learning about the Sacral Chakra and Biblical teachings. Discover yoga poses, affirmations, and prayer prompts.
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The Power of the Heart Chakra: A Christian Guide
Explore the connection between the heart chakra and Christian teachings. Discover yoga poses, biblical parallels, and prayer prompts for a balanced heart.
The Solar Plexus Chakra: A Christian Understanding of Faith and Confidence
Explore the Solar Plexus Chakra: Yoga poses, biblical parallels, and affirmations for nurturing faith and wellness.
Balancing Emotions: A Christian Guide to the Sacral Chakra
Nurture emotional wellness and faith by learning about the Sacral Chakra and Biblical teachings. Discover yoga poses, affirmations, and prayer prompts.
The Root Chakra and Scripture: Nurturing Faith and Wellness
Learn about the Root Chakra and corresponding Biblical teachings, prayer prompts, and affirmations to help you create balance and security in your life.
A Christian Perspective on Chakras: Faith Meets Wellness
Explore a Christian perspective on chakras. Discover how yoga practice and understanding the chakra system can help you grow closer to God.
Christians Doing Yoga: Navigating the Debate through Biblical Insight
Navigate the Christian yoga debate through Biblical insight. Exploring the controversy and seeking clarity on Christians practicing yoga.
Exploring the Eight Limbs of Yoga: A Christian Perspective
Dive into the intersection of Yoga and Christianity, exploring the ethical disciplines of the Eight Limbs of Yoga from a Christian perspective.
Biblical Mindset Makeover: 11 Positive Christian Affirmations
Reshape your mindset with scripture-based affirmations rooted in Christian truths. Experience the power of positive affirmations.
Embodied Prayer: Discover 10 Postures of Prayer in the Bible
Explore postures of prayer found in the Bible. Learn about how yoga poses reflect these postures and how we can incorporate prayer into our yoga practice.
Exploring the World of Yoga: A Guide to 8 Styles of Yoga
Discover the essence of Hatha, Vinyasa, Power, Ashtanga, Kundalini, Restorative, and Yin yoga styles. Find the perfect fit for your practice and well-being.
Mind, Body, and Spirit: Christian Insights into the Crown Chakra
Nurture your spiritual growth and wellness through understanding the Crown Chakra from a Christian perspective. Discover the path to balance and faith.
Biblical Insights and the Third Eye Chakra
Explore the Third Eye Chakra from a Christian perspective. Discover yoga poses, affirmations, and journal prompts for spiritual growth.
Speak Truth in Kindness: The Throat Chakra in Biblical Context
Explore the Throat Chakra through the lens of scripture. Discover journal questions, affirmations, and yoga poses to help you find alignment.
The Power of the Heart Chakra: A Christian Guide
Explore the connection between the heart chakra and Christian teachings. Discover yoga poses, biblical parallels, and prayer prompts for a balanced heart.
The Solar Plexus Chakra: A Christian Understanding of Faith and Confidence
Explore the Solar Plexus Chakra: Yoga poses, biblical parallels, and affirmations for nurturing faith and wellness.
Balancing Emotions: A Christian Guide to the Sacral Chakra
Nurture emotional wellness and faith by learning about the Sacral Chakra and Biblical teachings. Discover yoga poses, affirmations, and prayer prompts.
The Root Chakra and Scripture: Nurturing Faith and Wellness
Learn about the Root Chakra and corresponding Biblical teachings, prayer prompts, and affirmations to help you create balance and security in your life.
A Christian Perspective on Chakras: Faith Meets Wellness
Explore a Christian perspective on chakras. Discover how yoga practice and understanding the chakra system can help you grow closer to God.
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Renew and Reflect: 31 Midyear Christian Journal Prompts
Explore 31 impactful midyear Christian journal prompts to realign goals, deepen your faith, and reflect on your year.
Cultivating Gratitude – One Day at a Time
Struggling to find reasons to be thankful amid life’s challenges? Discover 10 actionable ideas to help you cultivate gratitude daily.
Breathe Easy: Alleviate Sinus Symptoms With This Comprehensive Guide to Bumblebee Breath
Discover the healing power of Bumblebee Breath – a simple and fun breathing technique that can alleviate sinus symptoms during allergy season.
Enhancing Sleep Through Exercise: Plus 3 Yoga Poses For Better Sleep
Unlock the secret to restful nights with physical activity. Learn how exercise and yoga can improve sleep quality and promote overall well-being.
Hot Yoga 101: What You Need to Know Before Hitting the Studio
Discover the benefits and risks of hot yoga. Learn how to approach this unique and challenging practice with awareness and caution.
Yoga: The Missing Link in Your Weight Loss Journey
Discover how yoga can support your weight loss journey. Learn how mindful movement, body awareness, and stress reduction can help you achieve your goals.
Sabbath Rest: A Sacred Rhythm to Reclaim Your Life
Rest is not a luxury; it is a necessity. Explore the sacred rhythm of Sabbath rest, its biblical roots, its significance for modern times, and how yoga can help.
Yoga vs. Pilates: Which Practice is Right for You?
Discover the differences between yoga and Pilates to determine which practice is best suited for you. Explore their unique approaches to wellness and find what feels authentic and nourishing.
Somatic Yoga: An Exploration of Movement, Breath, and Self-Awareness
Beyond just poses, Somatic Yoga offers a deep dive into body awareness and release work. Learn more about this introspective approach in our latest blog post.
Sabbath Rest: A Sacred Rhythm to Reclaim Your Life
Rest is not a luxury; it is a necessity. Explore the sacred rhythm of Sabbath rest, its biblical roots, its significance for modern times, and how yoga can help.
Embodying the Sacred: Exploring the Body as a Temple of the Holy Spirit
Explore the sacredness of the body as a temple of the Holy Spirit. Discover the profound implications and how yoga aids in embodying this spiritual truth.
Confessions of a Recovering Perfectionist: Finding Wholeness in the Brokenness
Struggling with perfectionism? You’re not alone. Striving after flawless ideals is exhausting. Discover how yoga helped me to embody my faith and break free from perfectionism.
Choosing Contentment: Insights from 19 Key Bible Verses
Explore 19 Bible verses to inspire you to choose contentment and find satisfaction and peace in God’s providence.
The Lost Art of Contentment: 12 Ways to Grow This Best-Kept Secret in Your Life
Discover the transformative power of cultivating contentment with practical steps to bring genuine joy and fulfillment into your life. Create lasting positive change and embrace a life of purpose and satisfaction.
The Power of Contentment: Similarities and Differences in Yoga and Christianity
Unravel the essence of contentment from yoga and Christian teachings. Discover how embracing contentment can benefit your life.
Faithful Flow: How I Chose The Name
Discover the journey behind the name of my blog as I share the process of finding the perfect fit. Join me on my adventure as we explore faith, wellness, and yoga.
Breaking the New Year’s Resolution Rut: Value-Based Goals for Long-Term Success
Discover the secret to New Year’s resolutions that last beyond January. Delve into the foundations of authenticity, intrinsic motivation, and resilience as you journey towards a life that reflects your deepest beliefs and aspirations.
40 Breath Prayers to Help You Connect with God Anytime, Anywhere
Discover the transformative power of breath prayers – a simple yet profound way to connect with God. Embrace calmness and peace as you synchronize short, scripture-based prayers with your breath. Begin your practice and nurture a heart-to-heart conversation with God.
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Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana): A Step-By-Step Tutorial with Variations
Learn Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana) with this comprehensive guide. Mindfully practice this feel-good pose, explore variations, and revitalize your yoga practice.
Fallen Angel: Learn How to Practice This Beautiful Arm Balance (Photo Tutorial)
Fallen Angel is an advanced arm balance and Side Crow (Parsva Bakasana) variation. Learn how to safely access Fallen Angle with this photo yoga tutorial.
Get Playful with This 10-Step Super Soldier Pose Tutorial
Add playfulness to your practice with this Super Soldier Pose tutorial, and get into Viparita Parivrtta Surya Yantrasana in 10 simple steps!
Use This Step-By-Step Guide to Practice Compass Pose (Photo Tutorial)
Compass Pose is an advanced yoga pose requiring flexibility in the hamstrings, shoulders, and hip. Learn how to do it in this photo tutorial.
Side Crow Step-by-Step Photo Tutorial: Prepare to Fly!
Side Crow (Parsva Bakasana) is a foundational twisting arm balance used for many advanced arm balances. Here’s a photo tutorial to master it.
Tittibhasana Time! Practice These 6 Steps to Access Firefly Pose (Photo Tutorial)
Tittibhasana, or Firefly Pose, is a challenging yet playful arm balance. Learn how to access it here with this six-step yoga pose tutorial.
Learn How to Safely Access Forearm Wheel With This Photo Tutorial
Forearm Wheel Pose is a backbend that requires strength and flexibility. Learn how to practice Dwi Pada Viparita Dandasana in this tutorial.
Here’s Your Step-by-Step Guide to Visvamitra’s Pose, Or Visvamitrasana (Photo Tutorial)
Visvamitrasana, or Visvamitra’s Pose is a challenging arm balance that builds strength, balance and flexibility. Learn how to do it with this yoga tutorial!
Challenge Yourself With This 6-Step Grasshopper Pose Tutorial (Also Known as Dragonfly Pose)
Ready for a challenging arm balance? This tutorial breaks down Grasshopper Pose, often called Parsva Bhuja Dandasana or Dragonfly Pose.
Master Baby Grasshopper Pose: Explore 2 Different Ways to Access This Fun Arm Balance (Photo Tutorial)
Baby Grasshopper Pose looks harder than it actually is! Explore this fun mini arm balance with two different yoga sequences.
Twist Your Way to a Healthier Spine With These 8 Yoga Poses (Photo Tutorial)
Adding yoga twists to your practice helps support a healthy, flexible spine. Practice along with this yoga twists sequence pose tutorial.
Try These 7 Yoga Pose Modifications to Avoid Yoga Injuries (Photo Tutorial)
Injuries in yoga can happen, despite it being great for the mind and body. Swap these injury-prone poses with these yoga pose modifications.
Learn How to Do Warrior 3 and Standing Splits With This Photo Tutorial
Warrior 3 and Standing Splits are two challenging yoga poses. Learn their similarities, differences, and how to safely access both here.
Modify 9 Common Yoga Poses to Make Them More Accessible (Photo Tutorial)
Learn how to modify 9 common yoga poses with this photo tutorial to make them more accessible in your body. Yoga is for every body!
Wild Thing and Flip Dog: Here’s How to Keep Your Shoulders Safe (Photo Tutorial)
Wild Thing + Flip Dog are both backbending yoga poses. Learn the difference between them + how to keep your shoulders safe here.
Chair Yoga: Use This 8-Pose Sequence for a Gentle Practice (Photo Tutorial)
Chair Yoga is a nice option for beginners, seniors, or anyone looking for a supported, gentle practice. Here is a chair yoga sequence to try.
Missing Your Sun Salutations With a Foot or Ankle Injury? Practice This Chair Sun Salutation Flow
Sun Salutations are difficult with a foot or ankle injury. This chair Sun Salutations flow will keep your injury safe but your body active.
This Is How to Use a Yoga Strap In 6 Common Yoga Poses (Photo Tutorial)
A yoga strap can positively impact your asana practice in different ways. Here’s how to use a yoga strap in 6 common poses to challenge and open your body.
Challenge Your Yoga Practice With These 5 Yoga Block Exercises
Yoga blocks aren’t just for beginners – they can be used to advance your practice! Challenge yourself with these 5 yoga block exercises.
Wrist Pain In Yoga? Try This Sun Salutation Variation (Photo Tutorial)
If you have wrist pain in yoga, use this modified Surya Namaskar for a Sun Salutation variation that will give your wrists a much-needed break.
Air Out Your Heart With These 7 Beginner-Friendly Backbends
Backbends offer so many physical and emotional benefits. Here are 7 backbends for beginners to add to your practice to crack your heart open.
“Knit My Ribs?” 6 Often Confusing Yoga Cues Explained
Yoga teachers use yoga cues meant to help but can sometimes be confusing. Read on for six common yoga cues explained and deconstructed.
Use This Yoga Sequence to Safely Prepare Your Body for Lotus Pose
Lotus Pose is an advanced seated yoga pose used for breathwork or meditation. Follow this sequence to prepare your body to practice Padmasana.
Learn How to Do Dancer Pose In This 3-Minute Video Tutorial
Dancer Pose is a standing back bending posture that challenges your strength, balance, and flexibility. Here’s a tutorial on Dancer Pose.
Learning Yoga: How to Do Warrior 2 (Virabhadrasana 2)
Warrior 2 Pose is a foundational yoga pose that builds strength & opens the body. Learn how to safely practice Warrior 2 with this tutorial.
5 Fitness Routine Musts for a Balanced Workout: Are You Missing Any?
For a well-balanced fitness routine, add these 5 components to your next workout: aerobic exercise, strength training, core exercises, balance training, and flexibility.
Learn How to Do Warrior 1 Pose In This 4-Minute Video Tutorial
Warrior 1 Pose is a foundational yoga pose balancing strength and flexibility. Learn how to safely practice Warrior 1 with this tutorial.
Rock Your Boat Pose With These 7 Fun Navasana Variations
Boat Pose (Navasana) challenges your core + leg strength plus your balance + stability. These 7 variations will make Navasana your new favorite yoga pose!
Learning Yoga: How to Do Triangle Pose (Trikonasana) Safely + Correctly
Learn how to practice Triangle Pose (Trikonasana in Sanskrit) safely and correctly in this yoga pose tutorial article and video!
Don’t Forget About Sun Salutation C! Here’s a Refresher of How to Practice (Photo Tutorial)
Sun Salutation C (Surya Namaskar C) is a Vinyasa sequence used for warm-up or in foundational yoga flows. Learn Sun C with this yoga tutorial.
9 Ways to Practice Self-Discipline: The Self-Care Tool You’re Probably Overlooking
Self-discipline helps create the life you desire. Learn 9 practical ways to develop self-discipline in your life, and how it will impact you!
3 Steps to Develop Unwavering Self-Respect (Trust Me, It Matters)
Do you have a strong sense of self-respect? Learn about what self-respect is, plus 3 simple strategies to develop it.
Need to Declutter? Here Are 6 Habits All Tidy People Share
Keeping your home tidy might seem like a losing battle, but it doesn’t take as much work as you might think. Follow these 6 tips to learn how to declutter.
31 Self-Reflection Journal Prompts to Start Your New Year With Intention
Stop wasting your time with New Year’s Resolutions. Start your year off with intention instead by using these 31 journal prompts for New Year’s Reflection.
Improve Any Yoga Pose With These 5 Alignment Cues
These foundational yoga cues will improve your alignment on the mat, and they apply to everyday life to help you live your yoga off the mat.
Travelers: Use These 7 Packing Tips to Ditch the Checked Bags and Only Use Carry-Ons
Packing for vacation can feel overwhelming. Follow these 7 packing tips and travel for up to two weeks with just your carry-on luggage.
Planning Your First Road Trip? Follow These 8 Tried-and-True Tips
Always wanted to take a road trip but not sure where to start? Use these 8 road trip tips to plan with ease so you can hit the road with confidence.
How to Find Inner Peace With Aparigraha (Non-Attachment), the Fifth Yama
Aparigraha is the fifth Yama outlined in the 8 Limbs of Yoga. Learn how to practice non-attachment and let go of what does not serve you.
Practice These 8 Simple Exercises to Infuse Your Day With Mindfulness
When practiced regularly, mindfulness can have profound benefits. Use these 8 simple mindfulness exercises to add mindful awareness to your day.
Spring Clean Your Negative Self-Talk With These 11 Positive Affirmations
Clean up your negative self-talk along with the dust and clutter this Spring. Use these positive affirmations to replace negative thoughts.
Why Yoga is Uniquely Qualified to help us with Devastating, Impossible Situations.
I have no medical training, but I did know that metastasized meant that he likely had cancer, originating from somewhere else in his body, and that the tumor in his brain was just one of the places it had taken up residence. I also knew it was bad. Really, really bad.
These 10 Gratitude Mantras Will Bring You Joy, Peace and Abundance
Gratitude is the foundation for joy & a gateway to abundance. Use these 10 gratitude mantras to lift your perspective & focus on the good.
Need a Natural Energy Boost? Here Are 3 Breathwork Practices to Pick You Up
One of the many benefits of breathwork is the natural energy boost. Learn 3 simple breathing exercises to give you the boost you need.
Wrist Injury? Here’s How to Modify 7 Common Yoga Poses (Photo Tutorial)
Yoga with wrist injury? Yes – it’s possible! Learn how to modify seven yoga poses to continue practicing yoga with a hand or wrist injury.
Foot or Ankle Injury? These 7 Chair Yoga Poses Are Just for You
A foot or ankle injury doesn’t have to keep you from your practice. Use these 7 Chair Yoga poses to keep your injury safe and your body active.
10 Summer Mantras to Celebrate the Season
Reciting mantras is a helpful tool to use in meditation and motivation. Here are 10 summer mantras to incorporate the vitality of the season into your life.
4 Yin Yoga Poses to Soothe Your Sore Feet
Feet can get overworked, tired, and tense just like any other body part. That’s why we need yoga for feet! Use these 4 Yin Yoga poses to free your feet.
Stiff Shoulders? Practice These 6 Yoga Poses to Find Relief
Stiff shoulders can cause serious pain and even lead to injury. Try these 6 yoga for shoulders poses for instant relief of shoulder tension.
Create a Realistic Self-Care Routine: Choose From These 17 Simple Practices
Self-care is key for our wellbeing. Choose from these 17 simple, effective self-care practices to create a daily, weekly & monthly routine.
Yoga & Fitness
Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana): A Step-By-Step Tutorial with Variations
Learn Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana) with this comprehensive guide. Mindfully practice this feel-good pose, explore variations, and revitalize your yoga practice.
Fallen Angel: Learn How to Practice This Beautiful Arm Balance (Photo Tutorial)
Fallen Angel is an advanced arm balance and Side Crow (Parsva Bakasana) variation. Learn how to safely access Fallen Angle with this photo yoga tutorial.
Get Playful with This 10-Step Super Soldier Pose Tutorial
Add playfulness to your practice with this Super Soldier Pose tutorial, and get into Viparita Parivrtta Surya Yantrasana in 10 simple steps!
Use This Step-By-Step Guide to Practice Compass Pose (Photo Tutorial)
Compass Pose is an advanced yoga pose requiring flexibility in the hamstrings, shoulders, and hip. Learn how to do it in this photo tutorial.
Side Crow Step-by-Step Photo Tutorial: Prepare to Fly!
Side Crow (Parsva Bakasana) is a foundational twisting arm balance used for many advanced arm balances. Here’s a photo tutorial to master it.
Tittibhasana Time! Practice These 6 Steps to Access Firefly Pose (Photo Tutorial)
Tittibhasana, or Firefly Pose, is a challenging yet playful arm balance. Learn how to access it here with this six-step yoga pose tutorial.
Learn How to Safely Access Forearm Wheel With This Photo Tutorial
Forearm Wheel Pose is a backbend that requires strength and flexibility. Learn how to practice Dwi Pada Viparita Dandasana in this tutorial.
Here’s Your Step-by-Step Guide to Visvamitra’s Pose, Or Visvamitrasana (Photo Tutorial)
Visvamitrasana, or Visvamitra’s Pose is a challenging arm balance that builds strength, balance and flexibility. Learn how to do it with this yoga tutorial!
Challenge Yourself With This 6-Step Grasshopper Pose Tutorial (Also Known as Dragonfly Pose)
Ready for a challenging arm balance? This tutorial breaks down Grasshopper Pose, often called Parsva Bhuja Dandasana or Dragonfly Pose.
Master Baby Grasshopper Pose: Explore 2 Different Ways to Access This Fun Arm Balance (Photo Tutorial)
Baby Grasshopper Pose looks harder than it actually is! Explore this fun mini arm balance with two different yoga sequences.
Twist Your Way to a Healthier Spine With These 8 Yoga Poses (Photo Tutorial)
Adding yoga twists to your practice helps support a healthy, flexible spine. Practice along with this yoga twists sequence pose tutorial.
Try These 7 Yoga Pose Modifications to Avoid Yoga Injuries (Photo Tutorial)
Injuries in yoga can happen, despite it being great for the mind and body. Swap these injury-prone poses with these yoga pose modifications.
Learn How to Do Warrior 3 and Standing Splits With This Photo Tutorial
Warrior 3 and Standing Splits are two challenging yoga poses. Learn their similarities, differences, and how to safely access both here.
Modify 9 Common Yoga Poses to Make Them More Accessible (Photo Tutorial)
Learn how to modify 9 common yoga poses with this photo tutorial to make them more accessible in your body. Yoga is for every body!
Wild Thing and Flip Dog: Here’s How to Keep Your Shoulders Safe (Photo Tutorial)
Wild Thing + Flip Dog are both backbending yoga poses. Learn the difference between them + how to keep your shoulders safe here.
Chair Yoga: Use This 8-Pose Sequence for a Gentle Practice (Photo Tutorial)
Chair Yoga is a nice option for beginners, seniors, or anyone looking for a supported, gentle practice. Here is a chair yoga sequence to try.
Missing Your Sun Salutations With a Foot or Ankle Injury? Practice This Chair Sun Salutation Flow
Sun Salutations are difficult with a foot or ankle injury. This chair Sun Salutations flow will keep your injury safe but your body active.
This Is How to Use a Yoga Strap In 6 Common Yoga Poses (Photo Tutorial)
A yoga strap can positively impact your asana practice in different ways. Here’s how to use a yoga strap in 6 common poses to challenge and open your body.
Challenge Your Yoga Practice With These 5 Yoga Block Exercises
Yoga blocks aren’t just for beginners – they can be used to advance your practice! Challenge yourself with these 5 yoga block exercises.
Wrist Pain In Yoga? Try This Sun Salutation Variation (Photo Tutorial)
If you have wrist pain in yoga, use this modified Surya Namaskar for a Sun Salutation variation that will give your wrists a much-needed break.
Air Out Your Heart With These 7 Beginner-Friendly Backbends
Backbends offer so many physical and emotional benefits. Here are 7 backbends for beginners to add to your practice to crack your heart open.
“Knit My Ribs?” 6 Often Confusing Yoga Cues Explained
Yoga teachers use yoga cues meant to help but can sometimes be confusing. Read on for six common yoga cues explained and deconstructed.
Use This Yoga Sequence to Safely Prepare Your Body for Lotus Pose
Lotus Pose is an advanced seated yoga pose used for breathwork or meditation. Follow this sequence to prepare your body to practice Padmasana.
Learn How to Do Dancer Pose In This 3-Minute Video Tutorial
Dancer Pose is a standing back bending posture that challenges your strength, balance, and flexibility. Here’s a tutorial on Dancer Pose.
Learning Yoga: How to Do Warrior 2 (Virabhadrasana 2)
Warrior 2 Pose is a foundational yoga pose that builds strength & opens the body. Learn how to safely practice Warrior 2 with this tutorial.
5 Fitness Routine Musts for a Balanced Workout: Are You Missing Any?
For a well-balanced fitness routine, add these 5 components to your next workout: aerobic exercise, strength training, core exercises, balance training, and flexibility.
Learn How to Do Warrior 1 Pose In This 4-Minute Video Tutorial
Warrior 1 Pose is a foundational yoga pose balancing strength and flexibility. Learn how to safely practice Warrior 1 with this tutorial.
Rock Your Boat Pose With These 7 Fun Navasana Variations
Boat Pose (Navasana) challenges your core + leg strength plus your balance + stability. These 7 variations will make Navasana your new favorite yoga pose!
Learning Yoga: How to Do Triangle Pose (Trikonasana) Safely + Correctly
Learn how to practice Triangle Pose (Trikonasana in Sanskrit) safely and correctly in this yoga pose tutorial article and video!
Don’t Forget About Sun Salutation C! Here’s a Refresher of How to Practice (Photo Tutorial)
Sun Salutation C (Surya Namaskar C) is a Vinyasa sequence used for warm-up or in foundational yoga flows. Learn Sun C with this yoga tutorial.
Lifestyle
9 Ways to Practice Self-Discipline: The Self-Care Tool You’re Probably Overlooking
Self-discipline helps create the life you desire. Learn 9 practical ways to develop self-discipline in your life, and how it will impact you!
3 Steps to Develop Unwavering Self-Respect (Trust Me, It Matters)
Do you have a strong sense of self-respect? Learn about what self-respect is, plus 3 simple strategies to develop it.
Need to Declutter? Here Are 6 Habits All Tidy People Share
Keeping your home tidy might seem like a losing battle, but it doesn’t take as much work as you might think. Follow these 6 tips to learn how to declutter.
31 Self-Reflection Journal Prompts to Start Your New Year With Intention
Stop wasting your time with New Year’s Resolutions. Start your year off with intention instead by using these 31 journal prompts for New Year’s Reflection.
Improve Any Yoga Pose With These 5 Alignment Cues
These foundational yoga cues will improve your alignment on the mat, and they apply to everyday life to help you live your yoga off the mat.
Travelers: Use These 7 Packing Tips to Ditch the Checked Bags and Only Use Carry-Ons
Packing for vacation can feel overwhelming. Follow these 7 packing tips and travel for up to two weeks with just your carry-on luggage.
Planning Your First Road Trip? Follow These 8 Tried-and-True Tips
Always wanted to take a road trip but not sure where to start? Use these 8 road trip tips to plan with ease so you can hit the road with confidence.
How to Find Inner Peace With Aparigraha (Non-Attachment), the Fifth Yama
Aparigraha is the fifth Yama outlined in the 8 Limbs of Yoga. Learn how to practice non-attachment and let go of what does not serve you.
Practice These 8 Simple Exercises to Infuse Your Day With Mindfulness
When practiced regularly, mindfulness can have profound benefits. Use these 8 simple mindfulness exercises to add mindful awareness to your day.
Wellness
Spring Clean Your Negative Self-Talk With These 11 Positive Affirmations
Clean up your negative self-talk along with the dust and clutter this Spring. Use these positive affirmations to replace negative thoughts.
Why Yoga is Uniquely Qualified to help us with Devastating, Impossible Situations.
I have no medical training, but I did know that metastasized meant that he likely had cancer, originating from somewhere else in his body, and that the tumor in his brain was just one of the places it had taken up residence. I also knew it was bad. Really, really bad.
These 10 Gratitude Mantras Will Bring You Joy, Peace and Abundance
Gratitude is the foundation for joy & a gateway to abundance. Use these 10 gratitude mantras to lift your perspective & focus on the good.
Need a Natural Energy Boost? Here Are 3 Breathwork Practices to Pick You Up
One of the many benefits of breathwork is the natural energy boost. Learn 3 simple breathing exercises to give you the boost you need.
Wrist Injury? Here’s How to Modify 7 Common Yoga Poses (Photo Tutorial)
Yoga with wrist injury? Yes – it’s possible! Learn how to modify seven yoga poses to continue practicing yoga with a hand or wrist injury.
Foot or Ankle Injury? These 7 Chair Yoga Poses Are Just for You
A foot or ankle injury doesn’t have to keep you from your practice. Use these 7 Chair Yoga poses to keep your injury safe and your body active.
10 Summer Mantras to Celebrate the Season
Reciting mantras is a helpful tool to use in meditation and motivation. Here are 10 summer mantras to incorporate the vitality of the season into your life.
4 Yin Yoga Poses to Soothe Your Sore Feet
Feet can get overworked, tired, and tense just like any other body part. That’s why we need yoga for feet! Use these 4 Yin Yoga poses to free your feet.
Stiff Shoulders? Practice These 6 Yoga Poses to Find Relief
Stiff shoulders can cause serious pain and even lead to injury. Try these 6 yoga for shoulders poses for instant relief of shoulder tension.
Create a Realistic Self-Care Routine: Choose From These 17 Simple Practices
Self-care is key for our wellbeing. Choose from these 17 simple, effective self-care practices to create a daily, weekly & monthly routine.