Mantra, or Japa, Yoga
A mantra is a sacred Sanskrit sound or syllable from a word that has a particular vibration. Japa is the repetition of the mantra. Each mantra has a certain …
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The First Chakra
The first chakra is Muladhara. It translates as “root” and is symbolized as a deep red lotus flower with four petals. It is located at the base of the …
Tips for the Yoga Student in Class
Foremost, know your body. The teacher will demonstrate the postures and explain the movements. Watch and assimilate as much as you can. Be curious and don’t be afraid to …
The Fifth Chakra
The fifth chakra is Vishuddha and it means to “purify.” Vishuddha is symbolized by a sixteen-petal smoky-violet blue lotus. This chakra is located in the throat and is associated …
The Body’s Chakras
Chakras are psychic centers of activity, or of the vital force of prana, that cannot be defined in terms of psychology, physiology, or any other science. Chakras are interrelated …