The Significance of Setting Intention in Yoga The word yoga has 2 meanings in Sanskrit: one definition is to yoke or union, as in the way we bring together the physical body and mind with postures and breathing. We also use the word yoga to describe a state of being where we do everything in life with more awareness. What we do and say to ourselves in class becomes …
Dear Yoga Student, Thank You for applying for the position of yogi/yogini. This position is not to be underestimated or taken lightly, but a sense of humor is encouraged. During your initial yoga internship, you may commit to only one or two class per week. Before you can make a decision to accept a full-time position, you have to show up for yourself. Eventually, becoming a yogi will require …
A question I am asked as a yoga teacher is how many days a week do I practice yoga. Answer: every day. But the next question should be what is a yoga practice? What it should not be is a source of stress or guilt. Rather, a daily practice should be whatever you have time for, considering what you need each day physically, mentally and spiritually. I often compare …
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