The Art of Seeing Clearly: An Introduction to Vipassana

The Art of Seeing Clearly: An Introduction to Vipassana

The Path to Inner Clarity Vipassana, an ancient meditation practice rooted in the teachings of the Buddha, offers a profound path to understanding the nature of existence. Originating in India over 2,500 years ago, Vipassana, meaning “clear seeing,” cultivates insight through mindful observation of body and mind. It invites practitioners to experience life’s impermanence, interconnectedness,…

Spring Into Balance: Yoga for Grounding and Growth During Seasonal Transitions

Spring Into Balance: Yoga for Grounding and Growth During Seasonal Transitions

Themes in Nature, Yoga Philosophies, and Literature for Late Spring Spring is not just a season of external blooming but a profound metaphor for the inner awakening that yoga seeks to cultivate. Its themes—emergence, impermanence, and interconnectedness—echo deeply within yoga philosophies, offering a sacred lens through which to view our existence. Emergence and Satya (Truth)…

The Unexpected Lessons Aerial Yoga Taught Me About Letting Go

The Unexpected Lessons Aerial Yoga Taught Me About Letting Go

Aerial yoga sounded like a whimsical escape when I first started, chance to float, stretch, and maybe even feel like a circus performer for an hour. I imagined myself gliding effortlessly through the air, suspended in soft silks, striking graceful poses with the ease of a seasoned yogi. What I didn’t anticipate was how this…

The Practice of Santosha (Contentment) in Late Winter

The Practice of Santosha (Contentment) in Late Winter

The Practice of Santosha (Contentment) in Late Winter As the final weeks of winter linger, many of us find ourselves yearning for the rejuvenation of spring. The gray skies, biting winds, and long nights can feel endless, often leaving us restless and discontented. Yet, it is precisely during this period that the practice of Santosha,…