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International Yoga Day: Yoga Gives Back
The United Nations proclaimed June 21 as International Yoga Day to recognize the global impact of this ancient practice. This is the perfect time to express our gratitude for the gift of Yoga that enriches our lives, especially during this time. More than 1400 women...
The Daily Life of Temple Carvers
Ever wonder how Indian temples are built? This documentary-style video gives an overview of daily life in the building of a temple. The Kauai Aadheenam is a temple under construction in India. Artisans from India are responsible for the authenticity of the temple...
Mantra Yoga, Obstacles Can Help Us, Overcoming Self-Judgment – IY eMagazine 249
Working with Self-Judgment
In this episode, host Avi Gordon (director of the Integral Yoga Teachers Association) and his guest, Swami Asokananda, talk about how each works with self-judgment, resistances to daily sadhana (spiritual practice), pratipaksha bhavana, and other topics regarding...
A Swami’s Ode to Joy
Swami Hamsananda shares this "Ode to Joy." Joy, humor and childlike wonder characterize one of Integral Yoga's most senior and beloved swamis! Ode to This Glorious Day! I am filled with so much happiness right now that I am writing this to pass it on. I love to pieces...
The Power of Mantra and the Science Behind It
We know that mantras can help us feel calm and focused, but why are they so effective? Recent research studies show that mantra chanting has a wealth of physical, mental and emotional benefits. Not only is it a beautiful spiritual practice helping us feel grounded and...
Obstacles Draw Out Your Inner Capabilities
Obstacles along the spiritual path are necessary to test your strength. If everything is easy, we would probably lose interest in doing anything. Something that is worthwhile and beautiful should not be attained too easily. The more you work for something, the more...
New Facebook Group!
The Sri Swami Satchidananda Satsanga is a newly launched Facebook group in which devotees and initiates of Sri Gurudev in the global Integral Yoga sangha can share memories, quotes, stories, and all heartfelt inspiration relating to Sri Swami Satchidananda (Gurudev)...
Neuroscience & Yoga
Neuroscience can explain how and why Yoga works for healing the body, mind, and emotions, as Dr. Mala Cunningham explains in this short video about her upcoming program. During the program (June 17 – 20), she will share some powerful techniques and strategies for...
Integral Yoga Center Head Featured in New TV Series
Oddbods: Busy Bodies, a new series about to launch, is aimed at helping kids relieve stress, move their bodies, and engage in imaginative play. Consisting of eight, 5-7 minute episodes, the series is hosted by veteran Integral Yoga therapist and teacher trainer,...