Take Your Next Ayurvedic Step
Dates hold a prominent position in the realm of delicious and nutritious fruits. These small, delectable gems are not only packed with natural sweetness but also boast an impressive array of health benefits. With their rich history dating back thousands of years, dates have been cherished as a source of sustenance and vitality across various […]
Meditation can be an extremely beneficial to reduce stress and anxiety (among other issues). Yoga and Ayurveda focus a lot of their teaching on meditative practices. They also stress the importance of why practicing meditation daily can have a significant and powerful impact on our mental and physical faculties. The impact meditation has on our […]
The yamas and niyamas of yoga are the first two disciplines of Ashtanga yoga. To understand the yamas and niyamas, we need to understand Ashtanga yoga and its origins. Ashtanga yoga is described as the 8 (astha) limbs (anga) of yoga. Ashtanga yoga is derived from the ‘Yoga Sutras of Patanjali’. Ayurveda and yogic culture […]
Turmeric powder has long been a spice in Indian cooking and self-care. Turmeric is an essential ingredient that dates back to the Ayurvedic uses over 3000 BCE. Turmeric powder is added to all sorts of dishes to enhance the flavor and acts as an amazing antioxidant. It is also used topically for a variety of […]
Spiritual movies have been around for a long time. However, some can’t really be classified spiritual movies by any stretch. When you are looking around for something to awaken your spiritual side, err on the side of caution of what you are letting into your mind and spirit. These 11 curated spiritual movies and documentaries […]
Eco friendly and sustainable clothing is our future. It is definitely time to quit fast fashion and focus on repairing our planet. We the consumers need to consider our actions when it comes to the clothes we wear. When we think of fashion, we are always thinking about it in terms of seasons and what’s […]
Moringa or moringa oleifera is a tree that has been used for many years in India. It’s been used for both cooking and as a medicine. This miracle plant has its roots in the Himalayas. The moringa plant is also more commonly known as the drumstick plant or ben oil tree. Why is Moringa called […]
Mantras are a relatively newer addition to instructions provided during your yoga practice. More and more instructors are asking students to set an intention at the start of their session. However, mantras are not intentions. An intention is used to set the tone of the rest of your meditation practice, while using a mantra during […]
Yoga blocks are a great prop to use in your yoga practice. They can also be used to assist you in other ways, but we will focus on the best yoga blocks you can buy to advance your yoga goals. Yoga blocks were a prop introduced by the yoga master B.K.S. Iyengar to help his […]
Yoga blocks are a great support mechanism for any yogi. Unlike the popular belief in yoga classes that only beginners use yoga blocks, this is far from the truth. Even the most seasoned yogi will use a block for a variety of purposes. Traditionally, the yoga block was made out of solid wood. And we […]