Philosophy Archives - Arhanta Yoga Ashram

Oct 16

The Four Seasons of Life: How to Adapt and Thrive Anyhow

By Arhanta Yoga | Inspiring Yoga Story , Philosophy , Uncategorized , Yoga and physical / mental health

one of my teachers also taught me the importance of understanding the seasons of life (as explained by Jim Rohn in his book and famous speeches) and how to use them wisely. Because just as nature, so do we experience different seasons in our personal life. These different seasons can be likened to life, winter, spring, summer, and fall.

Sep 22

Vishuddha Chakra Balance: How to Balance Your Throat Chakra

By Arhanta Yoga | Energies/ Pranayama/ Chakras / Ayurveda , Philosophy

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.

Mar 05

Yogic Ways to Build Stronger Groups and Relationships

By Arhanta Yoga | Philosophy , Yoga and physical / mental health

As a yoga teacher or coach, chances are you are often working with groups. And in other areas of your life, you are part of groups as well, such as your family or friends. How can you bring a new dimension to the groups and teams that you work with or just make part of, by using principles from yoga? How can yoga help to build a stronger connection with others?

Feb 11

Sthira Sukham Asanam – Deepen Your Practice with this Ancient Principle

By Arhanta Yoga | Energies/ Pranayama/ Chakras / Ayurveda , Philosophy

For centuries the sutra (verse) sthira sukham asanam from the Raja Yoga Sutras of Patanjali has been a guide to understanding the deeper nature of yoga asanas. But due to the lack of detailed explanation in the Patanjali Sutras, often teachers relate this verse to only seated postures as preparation to pranayama & meditation. But this verse is just as relevant to all other yoga postures. In fact, this famous verse sums up the entire concept of yoga asanas.

Feb 10

The Four Paths of Yoga

By Arhanta Yoga | Energies/ Pranayama/ Chakras / Ayurveda , Philosophy

The Four Paths of Yoga are rooted in yoga philosophy. Yoga means ‘union’ and is often explained as union of the individual soul with the super soul or as the union of the human with the divine. However, this definition is symbolic.

Dec 12

What is Hatha Yoga?

By Arhanta Yoga | Philosophy

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.

Dec 05

Karma and Dharma: Are You Doing It Right?

By Arhanta Yoga | Philosophy

‘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.

Nov 13

6 Scientifically Proven Life-changing Health Benefits of Meditation

By Arhanta Yoga | Philosophy

Spiritual practices such as meditation and science, even a decade ago this combination would have raised some eyebrows. The concept of a body- mind connection is relatively new in the modern, scientific approach. What are the benefits of meditation? In recent decades this questions has become a subject of increased research. Scientists and medical professionals have started to realize that merely treating the physical symptoms is not enough. They have started to understand that the human being is so much more complex and interrelated than what was believed.

Sep 16

10 Ways How a Yoga Teacher Training Can Change Your Life

By Arhanta Yoga | Philosophy , Yoga Teachers Training

Following a yoga teacher training is a decision that can change your life in many ways. Many people choose to do a teacher training after realizing they want to change their career or dive deeper into yoga. Most of the times a yoga teacher training will impact your life far beyond your expectations as it will spark an ongoing process of personal growth.

Sep 09

The 6 Pillars of a Happy Life – How to Create a Vision For The Life You Want

By Arhanta Yoga | Philosophy

Do you have a vision of life? We often have a general idea of what we want to do with our life. Being happy, helping people, earning money or changing the world. But a life vision is much more than than. It is a more clear idea of what your life will look like in the long term, according to your own values and goals.

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