Never heard of open-eye meditation? This ancient practice is actually perfect for both newcomers to meditation and seasoned practitioners alike. Steady gazing or Trataka, is a traditional concentration and purification exercise otherwise known as open-eye meditation. Among the six Shat Karmas (yogic purification practices) Tratak is known as the simplest to do. It involves gazing…
The Water Element: The Key to Flowing Freely
As we continue our exploration through the elemental forces that make up our internal and external universe, we acknowledge that each element, though separate and unique, is a part of a whole. They are all connected and affect each other. The element of fire, in the form of our Sun, evaporates liquid water into vapor,…
Which Yoga Style is the Best Fit for You?
There truly is a yoga style for everyone! While the origins of yoga date back almost 5,000 years, yoga styles and philosophies are constantly being developed – from power to restorative and from prenatal to yoga for seniors. Personality Types It can be hard to sort through all the different options, so here we offer…
Yoga for Aging Gracefully
Aging and yoga should go hand in hand. Yoga can help seniors, older adults, and those of us recovering from injury or with limited mobility regain a sense of balance, strength, stability and flexibility. Balance, strength, stability and flexibility are key in preventing falls, injuries and illness. Let’s discuss some best yoga asana practices for…
5 Yoga Destinations Perfect for a Total Reset
Roll up your yoga mat and head to one of the destinations below to experience some healing energy. Do you feel like you could use some deep rest and relaxation? Self-care is often easier when you are away from your regular routine at home, so maybe it’s time to consider a visit to an energy…
Cultivate Discipline for Personal Empowerment
Whether you are focused primarily on conditioning your body through yoga asana, or you are embarking on a spiritual journey of self discovery, discipline is required to meet the moment and move forward with consistency to manifest your intentions. One problem that stands in the way of personal growth is the common belief in our…
Understanding the Air Element, Our Gateway to Freedom
The five elements – earth, water, fire, air, ether – are the manifestations of the vibrations of our own consciousness in their most physical form. When we understand them as a part of us, we can create greater harmony and balance. The elements are a gateway to experiencing more freedom and pleasure in life. This…
The Balance of Yin and Yang
When you hear the words yin and yang, maybe the first thing you think of is the infamous black and white circle design. And you are not wrong. Yoga pulls on the ancient Chinese and Taoist philosophies, where Yin and Yang represent the concept of dualism. The Nature of Dualism The idea of something having…
7 Questions for YogaToday’s Camai Brandenberg
Camai Brandenberg is an LA-based Pilates and yoga instructor with over 700+ hours of experience in training and teaching, both in studios and private instruction. As a former division-one collegiate athlete, she prioritizes a healthy lifestyle and created her holistic wellness company, Embody by Cam in 2018 to encompass said passion with her fitness teachings…
The Five Stages on The Path of Wisdom
The path of wisdom is a tool for gauging where you are in your yoga and spiritual practice, and I first become familiar with it while doing a Kundalini yoga teacher training. “What exactly do you learn in yoga teacher training?” This is a question I hear a lot, and most people are surprised when…