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Spiritual Alchemy
What does it mean when a scripture or spiritual teacher tells us to “mentally keep quiet?” It means to raise above your mind. When I did that, in that moment, I didn’t see all the differences, all the separateness. I saw only the unity in all of the diversity—the...
The Psychology of the Yoga Sutras
The late Michael Stone understood that we all crave to forget about ourselves and to connect with something larger than the way we represent ourselves, yet, we constantly put obstacles in our own way. That’s why we need Yoga, and it’s also why we need to approach Yoga...
Opportunity for Awakening
You will inevitably encounter adversity in life, either on a personal level or, as we are experiencing it now, on a collective level. If you haven’t delved deep enough, if you haven’t found anything beyond the conceptual thinking mind, then adversity, whatever it is...
Accessible Yoga Association Community Forum
This month, in honor of Pride, Accessible Yoga is celebrating the work of Queer and Trans Yoga teachers who are creating accessible and affirming spaces among the LGBTQ+ Yoga community. On June 28, join host M Camellia, Zel Amanzi and Puja Singh Titchkosky of the...
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...
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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...