by S.Caldwell | Nov 13, 2017 | Philosophy
Practicing yoga ON the mat is a pretty easy feat to imagine. That’s the breathing, postures and relaxation you do when you unroll your mat in a class at a studio (or at home). But so often you hear the phrase in yoga circles about practicing yoga OFF the mat. Is...
by S.Caldwell | Jan 28, 2014 | Philosophy
by 200-hour Purple Lotus Yoga student Oh the Monkey Mind Raja Yoga pertains to discipline of the mind. Through meditation, a yogi strives to gain control to still the mind and ultimately reach “realization” of the Divine. Raja literally means “king” in Sanskrit and...
by S.Caldwell | Jan 21, 2014 | Philosophy
by 200-hour Purple Lotus Yoga student Tantra is a Sanskirt word meaning “weaving” and “expansion.” Its purpose is to achieve complete control of oneself and all the forces of nature, thus attaining union with the cosmos and the divine. The coupling of Shiva and...
by S.Caldwell | Jan 14, 2014 | Philosophy
by 200-hour Purple Lotus Yoga student Exploring Other Forms of Yoga Karma yoga is a yoga of selfless service. In Sanskrit, kri means “to do.” Karma means any physical or mental action and also the result of that action. Yoga means union. The literal...
by S.Caldwell | Jan 7, 2014 | Philosophy
by 200-hour Purple Lotus Yoga student Bhakti Yoga: The Religion of Love Bhakti Yoga is the path of pure spiritual devotion, love, and surrender. It is known as the most natural path of yoga for those who are seeking emotional fulfillment and well-being. “Bhakti” is a...
