Why Are Crystal Singing Bowls Everywhere Lately?
Yogis have used singing bowls for decades, but in recent years crystal alchemy bowls seem to be displacing the traditional Tibetan variety. Discover the…
Yoga 101
Half Frog Pose (Ardha Bhekasana): Step by Step
Half Frog pose is more than a backbend; it opens the shoulders, chest, and thighs all at once. Half Frog Pose: Step-by-Step Instructions…
Break Bad Habits Patanjali’s Way
Self-reflection is the first step in breaking patterns and tendencies that no longer serve you. Samskara saksat karanat purvajati jnanam Through sustained focus and…
Using Meditation to Heal When Faced with Chronic Illness
Instead of viewing your chronic illness as a disease in your body, choose to view it as an opportunity to reconnect with yourself and…
How to Find Deeper Access to Joy: Start with a Peaceful Mind
It’s hard to find stillness in the face of life’s ups and downs. Cultivate equanimity by practicing mindfulness meditation and calming breaths. By FRANK…
5 Ways to Turn a Mental Breakdown into a Spiritual Breakthrough
YJ Influencer Hemalayaa Behl shares how you can harness the most intense mental and emotional energy to raise your vibrations. By HEMALAYAA BEHL Life…
Gate Pose (Parighasana): Step by Step
Extend some love to your often neglected side body in Parighasana or Gate Pose. By YJ EDITORS (par-ee-GOSS-anna) parigha = an iron bar or…
The Yoga Practices You Need to Get in Touch with Your Feelings
Yoga Teacher Laura Riley offers simple practices for surrendering to love—in order to feel everything else. by LAURA RILEY When I was about 15…
5 Ways To Practice Compassion – and Get Better at It
Compassion is an essential skill that can be improved over time to transform your life and increase your happiness. Research is revealing that compassion…
Garland Pose (Malasana): Step by Step
The garland pose stretches the ankles, groins, and back. If your heels don’t reach the floor, rest them on a folded blanket. Garland Pose:…