Sirsasana (or headstand) is regarded as the King of Asanas in yoga. If one goes deeper into the asana one realises that it teaches us more than the ability to hold the body upside down - it teaches us about overcoming our fears and limitations.
Here's some reasons why you'd be better off replacing your gym work-out with a yoga class. This list of reasons excludes the simple fact that yoga has been recommended by wise sages and yogis for thousands of years, which in itself is a pretty hefty endorsement!
"The distinction between “with qualities” and "without qualities” does not exist in Him; He’s beyond both attachment and non-attachment; Stainless, He’s beyond all forms. He’s beyond both qualities and the absence of qualities; Though formless, He’s the substance of all forms. So how can I worship that Shiva, who exists everywhere, like space!" - Avadhuta Gita | Exploring the significance of Mahashivratri (the darkest night of the year), for seeking Shiva.
Sivananda yoga is a popular and well-recognised yoga offering globally. Here's an insight into Swami Sivananda and his teachings, namely the "5 Points of Yoga".
Warning: excessive sitting can cause death, say scientists. But no need to panic, yoga can show the way out.
The true message of Christmas and the yoga of Christ are largely ignored today. This article takes a look at some of Christ's pointings and the true meaning of Christmas in the words of Swami Sivananda.
Try this ancient yogic technique to keep away, colds, flus, blocked sinuses, migraines and pollutants this winter.
An overview of ashram life at the Sivananda ashram in Kerala, India while pursuing the Yoga Teachers Training Course. Read about the location, food, schedule at the ashram and more.
Suffering from stress, tension and anxiety? Try these three pranayamas (breathing techniques) to restore calmness and peace of mind.
Shruti Bakshi explains the significance of Navratri and the best way to make use of this period dedicated to the Mother Goddess.
Special Newsletter No. 12 in which Shruti Bakshi shares her thoughts on the underrated nature of 'idleness' in our modern society. Weekly digest 21-27 August is also included.
With a solar eclipse due on 21 August, learn about the yogic perspective on what to do during this time.
"Hanuman is the great hero of the Ramayana, the wonderful story’s most fascinating character. Though having the form of a monkey, he is said to be the greatest sage, yogi and devotee. What is the inner meaning of this magical figure?" David Frawley explains.
Of all the ways of greeting, the hugs and kisses and handshakes, the Namaste is the most profound, explains Ambika Gupta. Read about what the Namaste really represents and it's yogic meaning.
Rahul Sharma describes his first ever spiritual travel - to the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore, India, set up by Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev. Having heard so much about the ashram's consecrated spaces of mystic energy Rahul shares his outsider's views based on his experiences at the ashram, the Dhyanalinga, Linga Bhairavi temple and at the Adiyogi statue.
