The Purpose of Yoga: Enhanced Intelligence

Is your intelligence quotient "carved in stone?" Some researchers might believe it, but we know if a person makes up his or her mind to learn, this same person will become more intelligent. The idea of enhanced intelligence comes with the desire to change, learn, and achieve....

Practicing Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga

Find out what the eight limbs of yoga have to do with ashtanga vinyasa yoga. We also discuss ashtanga's distinctive form of breathing, and provide an overview of the practice itself....

Teaching Hatha Yoga: Establishing Guidelines for Student Conduct

These were just a few examples of why you should implement guidelines for your Yoga classes. It is true that a small number of people have created the precedents, but rules and guidelines should be designed to protect the vast majority of Yoga students....

The Purpose of Yoga: Yogic Stress Management

Have you ever noticed that people who exercise regularly have more energy, less stress, and seem to get more done in a day than those who do not have the time for exercise? Why does exercise increase your energy level, and how is it possible to be more productive in less time?...

Discover The Difference Between Hatha And Vinyasa Yoga

Find out the difference between hatha and vinyasa yoga, and how these differences translate into benefits for your yoga practice. Learn which style is better for beginners, and more....

Yoga for Depression: Motivation and Trust

Yoga is an excellent motivational tool. When you consider starting your day with Yoga meditation, Pranayama, Japa, Yoga postures (Asanas), warm-ups, Sun Salutations, or a combination of any of these - Yoga offers many useful motivation techniques for all of us....

Yoga for Depression: Blame and Control

Some people silently carry blame around with them all of their lives. Others look at past mistakes and agonize over them. Mindfulness is a universal practice, taught in Yoga classes, that will help you live for now....

Yoga in Practice: Is Karma Good or Bad?

What is Karma? Can Karma be a cloud hanging over us? Here are some ways to look at Karma, regardless of your religious belief....

Yoga for Kids: Holistic Approach to the Health of Our Children

Yoga classes for children are a parent's gift of good health. Yoga gives kids a better chance to develop good habits, handle stress, find natural solutions to good health, and live a quality life....

Yoga for Depression: Pessimism and Perfection

Is Yoga a cure for depression? How can Yoga stop you from feeling hopeless? Let's look at how Yoga can help you prevent negative thinking and the resulting damage negative thinking can have on your life....