Third-Eye Chakra: Your Guide to Awakening the Ajna Chakra
The Third Eye Chakra is located between the eyebrows, at the center of your head. While the two physical eyes see the past and the present, the third eye reveals insight into the future. This chakra establishes a connection with the external world through inner vision. Focusing on the third eye motivates us to move beyond the worldly desire and distractions.When the Ajna Chakra is awakened, it increases consciousness and transcends to a higher realm.
Throat Chakra Healing: How to Unblock Your Vishuddha Chakra
The energy of the Vishuddha or Throat Chakra can prove to be your greatest strength if used effectively. The ease of communication in expressing emotions is a basic need. When our communication, with others and with ourselves flows, we experience more clarity and positivity of thoughts. When we have more clarity, our intention and actions are clear too and any toxic impurity holds less power over us.
Heart Chakra Unlocked: Your Guide to the Anahata Chakra
In Sanskrit, Anahata means “unstruck” or “unbeaten”. This signifies an impartial and infinite love allowing a deeper understanding of self and others. It is located in the region of the heart, in the center of the chest. It invites a person to meditate on the different levels of relationship experiences with an open heart.
Solar Plexus Chakra: Healing Powers of the Manipura Chakra
The Manipura Chakra, also called Solar Plexus Chakra, is located four fingers above the navel, where power and self-confidence manifest. Find out more about the characteristics and how to unblock and balance the Solar Plexus Chakra.
Sacral Chakra: All You Need to Know About the Svadhishthana Chakra
The Svadhishthana Chakra or Sacral Chakra symbolizes creative potential, the ability to harbor fulfilling relationships, as well as our sexual energy. Suppressing such vital energy or obsessing over negative thoughts and patterns cause blockages. This chakra releases a person from controlling behavior and fear of abandonment. Restoring balance to the Sacral Chakra creates an empowered and confident individual.
Root Chakra: Complete Guide to the Muladhara Chakra
When the Muladhara Chakra is awakened and energy is flowing freely, it brings positivity in all aspects of our lives. A healthy and balanced Root Chakra creates a strong connection to our earthly instincts. It improves overall confidence and increases the sense of self-worth. Learn how to activate the Root Chakra in order to harness courage and perseverance during challenging times.
What Is Yoga Nidra? Definitions & Benefits Uncovered
The practice of Yoga Nidra leads us into a state of harmonious, restful being. From here, we can heal, restore and awaken to our true, blissful and eternal Self. This sublime practice is gaining popularity all over the world as more and more people experience its healing powers while ongoing research continues to prove its effectiveness. But what is Yoga Nidra actually and by the extension of that, what isn't? Read on to learn more about what is, and what isn't Yoga Nidra!
Sthira Sukham Asanam – Deepen Your Practice with this Ancient Principle
Sthira Sukham Asanam means to be steady yet comfortable in your asana practice. This principle enhances self-awareness and creates harmony within the body. Find out more about the meaning and ways to implement this ancient principle.
The Four Paths of Yoga Explained: A Comprehensive Overview of Bhakti, Jnana, Raja and Karma Yoga
The Four Paths of Yoga are rooted in yoga philosophy, and all share the same goal; self-realisation. One path can be practised, or even a combination of various paths. Learn more about each yoga path in this blog.
What Are the Bandhas? A Guide to Yoga’s 4 Energy Locks
In your yoga classes or teacher training, you have probably heard about the bandhas. Many yoga teachers regularly use the phrase 'activate your bandhas' in their instructions. However, is this terminology correct? What does it mean to activate the bandhas correctly? And what is the purpose of using the bandhas?
What Is Hatha Yoga? Meaning, History & Practice Explained
Do you ever wonder what the ancient principles of yoga are? What is yoga really about? And what is the difference between modernized yoga styles and traditional Hatha Yoga? This blog gives you an overview of the underlying philosophy and the traditional practice of Hatha Yoga.
Karma and Dharma: Are You Doing It Right?
‘What goes around, comes around’ is a saying that many people compare to the notion of karma. What does karma really mean in Indian philosophy? Did you know there are different types of karma? After reading this blog, you will understand the difference between the types of karma, what Karma Yoga means according to the Bhagavad Gita and how this is relevant in our life.
