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Uncommon Conversations: Thich Nhat Hahn & Br. David Steindl-Rast
These two old friends—Thich Nhat Hahn (a Buddhist monk) and Brother David Steindl-Rast (a Benedictine monk)—talk about their common work for peace; gratefulness bringing one into the now; the powers to let go, to forgive and to understand; and the power of community. ...
The Mind is the Mirror of the Self
Have you ever seen your own face? No. What you see in a mirror is not your face. It’s a reflection. If, to your great surprise, your face looks horrible and distorted in the mirror, do you jump up and run to the hospital? No, you get another mirror. You know that the...
BIPOC 2022 Teacher Training & Scholarship Program
The Integral Yoga Institute of San Francisco is hosting the 2nd year of its Integral Yoga Teacher Training for Black, Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC). This 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) provides a great foundation for practicing, teaching and understanding...
Light on the Yamas & Niyamas: Aparigraha, More than Non-Stealing
We’ve come to the final yama (in the five yamas of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali) and the last occurrence of Patanjali’s “via negativa” approach. Aparigraha, commonly referred to as “non-grasping,” is composed of graha (seizing) with two prefixes attached: a (not) and...
Staying Centered in a Sea of Change
As March 2022 begins, it feels like our world is in a state of upheaval. The seasons are changing and many places in the world are lifting COVID restrictions, trying to transition back to a more “normal” way of life. But the seasons and the pandemic are overshadowed...
Psychology and Mental Health Online – March 7, 2022
A course on "Psychology and Mental Health" will be hosted by Yogaville Online from March 7 - April 16, 2022. The program will be taught by Karla Helbert, LPC, E-RYT 200, YACEP, C-IAYT. Both psychology and Yoga can aid in developing deeper personal insight, changing...
Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville Reopens with March 2022 Programs
Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville will reopen in March 2022 for a series of in-person retreats and Sadhana weekends. Join the monks, ministers and senior teachers for the reopening of Yogaville to experience a sadhana intensive under the guidance of skilled Integral Yoga...
Racial Equity Training for Integral Yoga Teachers & Staff – Feb 26, 2022
Kelley Palmer will offer an introductory workshop for all of the board members, staff, and teachers of the Integral Yoga Institutes of New York, New Jersey and San Francisco to support us in considering the influence that systems of oppression have over our personal...
“Women-in-Yoga Empowerment Conference” Online March 6, 2022
A Day of Inspiring Dialogue & Classes ~ Celebrating International Women’s Day ~ Sunday, March 6, 2022 8a.m. PST/11a.m. EST/ 4 p.m. The Second Annual "Women-in-Yoga Empowerment Conference" will unite global, like-minded women leaders for a discussion on gender...
The Impulse to Love and Serve
As we celebrate Black History Month in the U.S., and reflect on the actual meaning of Valentine’s Day, let us be inspired to answer the call to serve those in need. Saint Valentine’s life is just one enduring example of selfless service. Roses and chocolates aside,...