Bhastrika and kapalbhati pranayama are two similar yet distinct yogic breathing exercises. However, there is an inconsistency between yoga lineages, both regarding instructions and what to call them. That makes understanding the difference between them pretty tricky. Yet, if you examine these pranayamas in detail, you will see that there is a logic. This post…
Which type of salt is best for nose cleansing? The short answer is that you want to use ordinary salt that is as pure as possible. However, as you will see when you go salt shopping, you will be faced with so many different options. In this article, we will do a deep dive into…
A lot of people have visions during deep meditation. Seeing vivid images with closed eyes can be profoundly inspiring but sometimes also upsetting. You may ask yourself why you see visions during meditation and if they mean something. You may wonder how the images you see fit into your practice and how to relate to…
This post is about how to learn headstand without a wall. You will discover that a wall is an unnecessary distraction. Doing headstand without support is a safer and quicker way to learn it. Sirsasana or headstand is one of the best yoga poses. And the good news is that most of us can learn…
Sirsasana, the full headstand, is one of the most essential yoga poses. However, it isn’t a beginner’s pose. It takes quite some effort to learn, and for some people, it is just too much. So wouldn’t it be fantastic if there was an easy alternative to headstand? Well, there is. It’s called the clown pose….
Shavasana is a crucial relaxation pose. It is incredibly versatile and straightforward. However, it is not your only option for ending an asana sequence. Several other easy to do poses can help you harmonise the energy you awaken with yoga. This article will look at five excellent alternatives to Shavasana that will assure profound relaxation…
Shavasana is crucial. Yet, many yoga practitioners never get it right because their approach to yoga is too physical, and they never get the proper guidance. This article will explain how you can get more out of lying still and how Shavasana could be the one pose to help you move towards a more profound…
Yoga has given you so much. I am sure you would love your kids to benefit from it as well. But playing around with animal poses, though it’s fun, won’t impact them in-depth. Here are five simple yet profound yoga exercises for kids that will. They will train your children’s concentration, self-control and capacity to…
Pranayama is supposed to take yoga to the next level. Yet, some yoga practitioners are afraid of it. Even teachers are cautious due to perceived risks of adverse effects. What more is, you can find horror stories of practices gone wrong on the internet that will make you wonder if breathing exercises are safe at…
Nadi shodhana pranayama is a fantastic breathing exercise. When you get it right, regular practice can bring you immense benefits. Though the exercise is simple, you need the proper knowledge. In this post, I will be answering how long time nadi shodhana pranayama should last for the best results. I will be giving you precise…
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