By Gayatri Puranik “Yoga and Ayurveda are like two siblings of the same family, complementing each other, sometimes in complete agreement with one another, but oftentimes also of different opinions. In the end however they remain siblings of a family, stronger together and eternally bound to one another” With true Italian diplomacy, Giorgio Barabino, Director…
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In Lubomir Ondračka’s essay about the system of Hathayoga, he takes us through its up and down history, tracking this mysterious practice from its elusive historical origins to the re-ignited interest from modern day scholars who are keen to unfurl its mysterious and therefore, complicated past; emphasising how very little we really know about the…
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We would like to give you a short impression of three of the most popular destinations when it comes to searching for Hatha Yoga in India. Obviously this can only give a glimpse of the vast diversity of yogic teachings and Yoga practice on the subcontinent. With the term Hatha we not only refer to…
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By Laura Lynch As per Ayurveda, all foods have their own taste (rasa), heating or cooling energy (virya) and post-digestive effect. If these effects are too much in combination it can result in toxin (ama) accumulation in the body and can lead to other imbalances. For example, milk should not be combined with fruit, specially…
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Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani incorporates two seemingly opposing worlds: During his childhood and early adult years, he lived an ashram life and was trained in all aspects of Yoga. He published his first book ‚Yoga for Kids’ at the age of twelve. Later Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani studied Western medicine. Today he is combining aspects…
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by Laura Lynch Dharamsala is a backpacker’s haven situated on the foothills of the Dhauladhar range of the Himalayas in the state of Himachal Pradesh, northern India. The word Dharamsala translates as the resting place for pilgrims and travellers. It is no wonder visitors end up spending more time here than planned while on their…
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In our interview Ammaji (Yogacharini Meenakshi Devi Bhavanani) is giving insights into the historical development of concepts and practices of Yoga. It was in 1967 when the journalist of US-American origin was literally drawn to India, where she is living ever since. She married Yogaguru Dr. Swami Gitananda Giri. Ever since the ICYER ashram in…
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by KAYOKO MITSUMATSU, co-founder and president of Yoga Gives Back Yoga Gives Back (YGB) is a Los Angeles based nonprofit organization, which engages global Yoga communities with gratitude to give back to Mother India, for the gift of Yoga we have received. We raise awareness and funds to empower underserved women and children in India.…
Read MoreAtmavikasa Center of Yogic Sciences is one among the first three International Yoga Schools established in Mysore. Founders Venkatesh and Hema generously share some of their knowledge with us in these times of home practice in this free video (it is free with the code VENKAFREE). Please note: This video is for non-commercial use only.…
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During these virus-shaken days many of us are seeking for online guidance on their yogic path. Numerous online courses pop up and it seems like business with virtual consultants and practice videos is booming. Self practice surely is an often neglected virtue in our modern times as the options and possibilities to join Yoga classes…
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Swami Sundaranand is a man of many skills and deep knowledge. He is a Yogi, mountaineer, naturalist, climate activist and a well-known photographer who has spent a chunk of time photographing and documenting the Himalayas. As the student of Swami Tapovan Maharaj, his fascination for the Himalayas began after he read his master’s book ‘Himagiri…
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