Some years ago, I suffered from a chronic meniscus inflammation that stopped me from bending my knees more than 90 degrees. This condition lasted a couple of years, and the treatment offered by a prominent sports doctor had no effect. This post tells how I managed to naturally heal the inflammation myself, thanks to meditation,…
Integral yoga is a union of several classical yoga paths. However, people often think of it as yoga poses plus pranayama and meditation. In this post, I will examine what integral yoga is precisely. I will look at where it comes from and how some yoga styles use the term to describe their teachings. Blending…
Is it bad to meditate before going to bed? Some meditators firmly think so. They are so passionate about it that one gets the impression that late-night meditation comes at a considerable cost. But precisely, what is the problem with meditating before bedtime? What are the consequences we might suffer, and are these fears justified?…
Are you practising yoga nidra? Then you might wonder if there is an ideal moment to do this meditative deep-relaxation technique. In this post, I will explore just that. I will look into the ideal time of the day and several other factors that determine when it is best to practice yoga nidra. Yoga nidra…
What is the best hand position for nadi shodhana pranayama? There are a few different ways to place your fingers to close your nostrils for this breathing exercise. This article will cover the best options available and describe what benefits they each have and why. Having read it you will know everything you need about…
Have you ever sat down to practice pranayama, just to find out that your nose is blocked? Having a narrow air passage in one or both nostrils is frustrating since it will reduce the quality of your breathing exercises or even make it impossible. Luckily there are some yogic remedies. This article will explain how…
Antar Mauna is a powerful form of meditation made famous by the Indian yoga master Swami Satyananda. It consists of several distinct techniques that you practise in a sequence. Each step trains your mind differently. The meditation helps you undo identifying with your mind’s content and instead connect with the peaceful silence underlying all thoughts. …
Satyananda Yoga or Bihar Yoga is the most prominent yoga school in northern India. It is a modern yoga style, yet firmly rooted in the yogic tradition. Satyananda Yoga offers a complete and coherent system of practices that makes it possible to explore yoga in depth. This article will explain everything you need to know…
Whether or not yoga can be authentic is a hot topic that stirs up emotion. Authentic yoga implies that there could also be inauthentic yoga, and no yoga practitioner or teacher is keen on belonging to that category. Therefore, many reject the idea of authentic yoga. But I think authenticity is relevant because it has…
Dozing off while meditating can be both frustrating, embarrassing and demotivating. When you take time off to work with yourself, and you end up napping, it can feel like you are wasting your time. So how to stop falling asleep while meditating? Here are 15 tried and tested strategies to stay awake during meditation. Feel…
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