Yoga For Back Pain
by Emily Regan: Many people suffer from back pain, whether it’s a result of an accident, poor posture, or… […]
The Nature of Consciousness: Guru Singh | Rich Roll Podcast
A master spiritual teacher, author, and musician Guru Singh has spent the past 40 years studying and teaching Kundalini Yoga, […]
Learn To Do A Handstand
by Jenn Dawson: Once you have accomplished your headstand and your forearm stand, you are ready to move into a handstand… […]
Less Arthritis Pain After 8 Weeks Of Yoga
by Shawna Williams-Johns Hopkins: Yoga can make people with arthritis feel better both physically and mentally, according to a study of patients who suffer from knee osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, two common forms of the [...]
Kundalini Yoga to Make Your Day Brighter – Guru Singh
by Guru Singh: “Yoga from Us to You” Kundalini Yoga to Make Your Day Brighter… […]
The New Indiana Jones? AI. Here’s How It’s Overhauling Archaeology
by Peter Rejcek: Archaeologists have uncovered scores of long-abandoned settlements along coastal Madagascar that reveal environmental connections to modern-day communities… […]
Yoga Shows Promise For Prenatal Depression
by David Orenstein-Brown: A small pilot study finds evidence suggesting that yoga could help pregnant women with significant depression reduce the severity of the mood disorder… […]
Yoga Improves Depression And Anxiety
by Gina Digravio-Boston: Yoga and breathing exercises improve symptoms of depression and anxiety in the short term and cumulatively in the longer term, new research suggests… […]
The Only 30 Yoga Poses You Really Need to Know
by Daniel Bubnis: Although it’s an ancient practice, yoga has become the exercise du jour in recent years. Everyone from A-list celebs to your coworkers are getting their om on these days — and for [...]
The Science Behind Yoga and Spirituality: 3 Reasons Yoga Leads To Spiritual Growth
by Ved Valmiki: Yoga has spread across the world not only as a system of achieving wellness, but also as a method of exploring our spirituality… […]
Awakening in Life – Pir Vilayat Khan
by Pir Vilayat Khan: Meditation is the art of moving back and forth between two perspectives—the human and the Divine […]
9 Best Yoga Poses For A Healthy Immune System
by Olivia Christine:Cold, winter months are often associated with sickness, weakened immune systems and stress, leading to an influx of families searching for health remedies… […]
The Connection Between Yogic Breathing And COVID-19
by Sara Novak: A few weeks, ago CNN anchor Chris Cuomo tweeted about the deep breathing exercises he had been doing to help in his COVID-19 recovery… […]
Mastering Your Mind With Raja Yoga And Pratyahara
by Swami Karma Karuna: The depth of yoga that is understood and shared in our modern times is primarily touching the tip of the iceberg… […]
Sarah Platt-Finger – Feel Centered In Five
by Sarah Platt-Finger: Any mother who works a full-time job (or not) knows how easy it is to get off-centered… […]
Honoring The Layers Of Life In Your Yoga Practice
by Adam Brady: Over the last several decades the practice of Yoga has become a global phenomenon… […]
Awaken Interviews Dr. Dean Ornish Pt 2 – What Is Good For Me Is Good For The Planet
Donna Quesada: You are speaking about an issue that is close to my heart. For those who might be listening and might not understand the connection between our personal diet and the world […]
Best Yoga Poses To Treat Multiple Sclerosis
by Himanshu Joshi: Multiple sclerosis – a chronic and progressive disease affecting the central nervous system, can disable the normal functioning and movement of the body… […]
Poorna Titali Asana (full butterfly)
by Himanshu Joshi: Sit in the base position. Bend the knees and bring the soles of the feet together, keeping the heels as close to the body as possible… […]
Yoga and Cannabis: A Controversial New Trend That’s Gaining Popularity
by Shelley M. White: Yoga and herb intake have been linked since ancient times… […]
7 Keys to Your Aliveness – Charging Up Your Chakras – Anodea Judith
by Anodea Judith: We all know what it feels like to be alive. But do we know what it is to be vitally, juicily, magnificently alive? […]
Taurus And Capricorn Support Patience
It is a very special time to be present on Planet Earth in a physical body… […]
Do You Really Do Yoga? The Mainstream Way VS. The Ancient Version
by Arjun Walia: Yoga has become an immensely popular form of physical activity and relaxation in recent years… […]
The Vast Invisible Reality – Guru Singh
Guru Singh is my Primary Yoga Teacher and a Master of Kundalini Yoga. David Welch, Founder and Chief Editor of Awaken. […]
How Practicing Yoga Increases GABA Levels & Decreases Depression
by Abby Moore: Back in November, we wrote about a study conducted by Boston University School of Medicine… […]
The Power Center In Your Body You Might Not Know About
by Lauren Roxburgh: It’s no secret that gut health is crucial when it comes to our overall wellness and vitality… […]
Harmonizing Your Yoga Practices
by Alejandro Chaoul, Ph.D: As you will learn in my book, Tibetan Yoga for Health & Well-Being… […]
Find Comfort In Child’s Pose
Poses should not be dictated by time of day, but by how your body feels and responds to different postures in the moment… […]
Pillow Poses: Relaxing Restorative Yoga You Can Do In Bed
by Jenny Clise: Restorative Yoga helps guide us into deep relaxation, which is a great way to gently prepare for a good night’s sleep… […]
Kapha Season: Ayurvedic Tips For Transitioning Of Spring
by Hannah Aylward: Spring (represented in Ayurveda with the Kapha dosha) is a season of birth, new beginnings, renewal, and growth… […]
Meditation For Removing Fear Of The Future
This meditation takes away your fears of the future which have been created by your subconscious memories of the past. lt will force you to deal with your heart center… […]
Is It Good To Go Deeper In A Yoga Pose
by Lucinda Staniland: For all the years I’ve been practicing yoga, I’ve always strived to ‘go deeper’ into the poses. In fact, I thought this was the point of asana… […]
3 Yoga Exercises To Build Your Immunity Now
by Julie Peters: “Your system thinks you are in survival/panic mode, and you need to help yourself to calm down enough that your immune system can actually work….” […]
5 Ways Kundalini Yoga Can Bring More Abundance Into Your Life
by Guru Jagat: This week, we’re celebrating the launch of world-renowned Kundalini yoga teacher Guru Jagat’s new class… […]
6 Yoga Poses To Strengthen The Immune System
by Emma Cunningham: Strengthening your immune system is more than the top priority during the COVID-19 pandemic… […]
Here’s How To Design Your Own Distraction-Free Home Yoga Space
by Kara Beussink: Rushing around or rearranging your day to get to a yoga class can feel stressful… […]
What Is Karma Yoga And How Can You Practice It In Everyday Life
For most people, yoga has become a way of attaining a certain goal… […]
6 Calming Online Yoga Classes To Take During Quarantine
by Kara Beussink: The stress of the unknown surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine can take a huge toll on our physical and mental health… […]
Letting Go (A Time Of Renunciation) – Donna Quesada
by Donna Quesada: Among the Yogis of old, there is a tradition of renunciation… […]
Sanskrit Glossary
You may be in a yoga class and hear the teacher using Sanskrit words for yoga poses (asanas) and concepts… […]
Teachers: Wondering How to Find Your Ideal Yoga Students?
by Ely Bakouche: If you’re wondering how to become a successful yoga teacher, you’re not alone… […]
The Yoga Sutras: Ancient Yogic Wisdom Can Help You Get Through 2020
by Nadia Agarwal: Written around 2000 years ago, the Yoga Sutras contained ancient wisdom for living better and cultivating spiritual freedom… […]
The Buddhist Roots Of Hatha Yoga
by Matthew Gindin: Purists discourage mixing traditions, but research reveals that the origins of one of today’s most popular Indian practices aren’t so clear-cut… […]
7 Chakra Meditations To Keep You In Balance
by Karson McGinley: The chakra energies flowing through your body need you to maintain their flow and effectiveness… […]
Practicing Yoga In A Way That Cultivates Self-Compassion
by Lena Schmidt: The practice of yoga can bestow many gifts—better health, a greater sense of awareness, easier sleep, and so much more… […]