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Breath, Body and Brain Aligned

While Sri Patanjali and other classical Yoga sources have known this for several thousand years, recent medical research highlights the profound connection between breath, body, and mind, emphasizing breathwork as a tool for emotional regulation and stress relief....

Resolutions That Last: The Art of Sustainable Spiritual Practice

For many years, I’ve given a talk on New Year’s resolutions at our annual Integral Yoga New Year’s Retreat. I focus mainly on setting achievable goals for a regular spiritual practice of poses, breathing, relaxation and meditation. Here’s a few suggestions from that...

United Nations Declares December 21st as “World Meditation Day”

The United Nations General Assembly has set a powerful intention for global harmony by unanimously declaring December 21st as World Meditation Day. This landmark resolution on December 6, 2024, invites the world to pause, reflect, and embrace the transformative...

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Fire Flex Yoga Training – November 2023

Fire Flex Yoga Training – November 2023

  FireFlex Yoga, a data-driven Yoga and wellness program for first responders, announces a 3-day training November 3-5, 2023 in a state-of-the-art fitness facility near Sacramento, CA. This one-of-a-kind training is for first responders and for Yoga teachers....

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“I Am Always I”

“I Am Always I”

  I Am Always I is a delightful new children’s book by the much-loved spiritual teacher Rupert Spira. The video that accompanies the book is read aloud by Rupert over a wonderful new animation for kids and adults of all ages. Rupert takes you on a journey of...

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The Practice of Trataka Meditation

The Practice of Trataka Meditation

There are so many methods of meditation and Trataka meditation is among them. Even though you might have an image in your mind of what meditation is, there are actually so many ways to meditate. You can try out all the different types to see what works best for you....

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Psychology, Yoga & Mental Health Training – Online

Psychology, Yoga & Mental Health Training – Online

Integral Yoga Therapy will be hosting a "Psychology, Yoga, and Mental Health Training" online from Jun. 17–Jul. 16, 2023, Phase 2 Module with Sampada Desai, M.A., LPC, NCC, E-RYT 500, CLL/CLTT and Guest Teacher – Rachel Goudey, Psy.D., C-IAYT. The program will take...

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A Yogic Approach to Spring Cleaning

A Yogic Approach to Spring Cleaning

In North America, the Spring season will soon be behind us giving way to the Summer Solstice in June. Spring has long been a time of transition, when the dark and barren days of winter give way to light, warmth and new growth. Before summer is upon us, this month’s...

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How Pranayama Works

How Pranayama Works

The word pranayama is not a single word but rather a combination of two Sanskrit words: prana and ayama. Prana could be translated as vital energy or the cosmic energy that causes any kind of movement. Even the movement of the electrons around the nucleus within an...

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The Healing Power of Pranayama

The Healing Power of Pranayama

Over ten years ago, a yogi friend went hiking up a steep mountain. She was wearing good shoes and enjoying the challenge, as well as the stunning view upon reaching the peak. Soon after she began her descent, she slipped and badly twisted her ankle. Immediately, she...

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Yoga Nidra: A Gateway to Samadhi

Yoga Nidra: A Gateway to Samadhi

Yoga Nidra is yogic sleep. But, it’s a sort of sleepless sleep. You are awake and at the same time you are sleeping. The scriptures call it “jagrat sushupti,” awakened sleep. You sleep, but you don’t sleep. During regular sleep, you sleep but you don’t know that...

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Restorative Yoga Teacher Training: April 2023

Restorative Yoga Teacher Training: April 2023

Integral Yoga Restorative Yoga Teacher Training Part 1 with Satya Greenstone, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT will be held at Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville  from April 2 – 7, 2023. This training is for Yoga teachers and health professionals. Restorative Yoga is a simple, effective...

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