The mermaid pose is named after mermaids; they are mystical creatures, the princesses of seas and oceans. Together with their male counterparts, the mermen, they form the merfolk—an underwater kingdom. According to myths, the first mermaid to ever live was the Assyrian Goddess Atargatis. Atargatis accidentally killed a mortal man she loved. To punish herself, …
You can practice yoga on different surfaces, but which one is the best? A yoga mat is among the most popular surfaces because it is comfortable and provides good traction. There are many reasons to use a yoga mat, even if you’re practicing outside on the grass or a hardwood floor. Yoga mats provide cushioning …
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Anxiety is a word you might have heard countless times during the last two years. Firstly in relation to the global coronavirus pandemic of COVID-19. And more recently in relation to the situation that the world is finding itself to be in. As soon as restrictions, which were introduced in many countries in response to …
When it comes to backbends you might either be a person whom they come easily to or you might feel not very mobile in your spine. As backbends are becoming increasingly popular among yogis around the world, it is important to understand what happens in your body as you lift your gaze up towards the …
Niyamas Welcome to another post from our series about Yoga. In our last article, we have focused on Yamas, a set of rules that yogis aspire to live in unison with in relation to the outer world. Today’s article is dedicated to Niyamas. Another 5 rules for a yogic lifestyle. However, niyamas help us with …
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Today’s post will talk about Yamas – the ethical rules within Hinduism and Yoga that can help us live a happier life. As we hinted last month, practicing yoga does not only involve physical practice (Asana). Quite the contrary, Asanas only form 1/8 of yoga and are accompanied by the Yamas and Niyamas, Pranayama, Pratyahara, …
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It is without a doubt that your ‘perfect’ yoga mat might be difficult to find. However, once you do find it, you will understand why you were searching for it. Having a place you enjoy coming to will have a positive impact on your practice and that will in turn positively affect your mood. Yoga …
In western culture, the ego is often associated with negative connotations. But what is the role of our ego and what are the layers of our beings? Maybe if we gain a better understanding of the answers, we will be able to work with our feelings, thoughts, and personalities better, which would unavoidably lead to …
Yoga is becoming increasingly popular and with its boom comes some confusion. Read about the most common misconceptions about yoga and learn how to avoid being too harsh on yourself. Sometimes we might feel like going with the flow but is that always the right thing for us to commit to? Yoga is not about …
Why should saving the Amazon rainforest be your priority? The Amazon rainforest covers 5.5 million km² (an area larger than 1/2 of the US and larger than the EU) and belongs to the most diverse ecosystem on Earth. Its importance is unquestionable. However, we are still silently witnessing its demise, refusing to accept accountability. The …