Reflections on Studying Yoga Therapy in India & the West

Yoga Insights

Despite being a certified yoga therapist through IAYT, completing an 800-hour structured yoga therapy program at Ajna Yoga Therapy, another 500 hours of various yoga trainings, and having two years of experience, I felt called to go deeper. I wanted to move closer to...

Between Dharma and Adharma: The Space of Surrender

Yoga Insights, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Psychology

The story I am about to share comes from my friend Anisha Manjeni, a dedicated Yoga philosophy teacher at Sivananda Ashrams.In a quiet forest hermitage, a wise Rishi taught his disciples the ancient ways of Dharma. They studied scriptures, debated ethics, and pondered...

Swasthavritham: The Science of Healthy Lifestyle in Yoga Therapy

Ayurveda, Yoga Insights, Yoga Therapy

yoga therapists, our work extends beyond managing symptoms—it’s about empowering individuals to live in alignment with their natural state of health and balance. One of the frameworks that deeply supports this process is Swasthavritham, the Ayurvedic science of...

Understanding the Pancha Pranas: The Five Vital Energies

Ayurveda, Yoga Insights, Yoga Therapy

In yogic and Ayurvedic traditions, Prana refers to the vital life force that sustains all living beings. This energy flows through Nadis (subtle energy channels) and interacts with the Chakras to regulate physical, mental, and spiritual...

Yoga Psychology: A Holistic Approach to Well-Being and Positive Thinking

Yoga Insights, Yoga Psychology

Yoga psychology is a fascinating integration of ancient yogic wisdom and modern psychological insights. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, offering practical tools to cultivate self-awareness, emotional resilience, and inner peace. At its...

The Surprising Benefits of Mouth Taping for Sleep and Health

Yoga Insights

Let’s talk about something that might sound a little unconventional at first: taping your mouth shut while you sleep. I know what you’re thinking—it sounds odd, maybe even uncomfortable. But hear me out: this one small, simple practice could dramatically improve your...