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Gratitude: The Surprising Ways Yoga’s Fifth Yama Gives Us More
Adhering to the yogic principle of non-possessiveness—the fifth yama—is a challenge. But its power cannot be denied. When I’m able to replace possessiveness with gratitude, my life improves...
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Tapas — Fueling New Flames With Yoga’s Third Niyama
Since it is winter in the northern hemisphere, I’m thinking about heat. And that reminds me of the third niyama — tapas — and the idea of (figuratively speaking) lighting a fire that can transform us....
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Faith in a Higher Power: The Fifth Niyama Connects Us to Source
As we tap into the fire of tapas and learn more about ourselves through the practice of self-study, we begin to strip away layers of ego. Eventually, we reach a point beyond our intellect. At that...
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Attention to Detail: How Yoga Makes Me a Better Editor
I had to smile when a friend thanked me for my attention to detail recently. I’d simply mentioned he could track a package he was waiting for with the FedEx tracking number so he’d know when to expect...
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Let It Go or Let It Be But Don’t Cling to It: A Yogi’s Guide to Authentic Living
There’s sometimes a misconception that yogis transcend all the messiness of life. Early in our practice, we’re often taught to let it go, as one of my teachers pointed out recently. But she wasn’t...
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How to Deal With Anger Like a Yogi: Allow It and Let it Go
I don’t know about you, but I haven’t met a lot of angry yogis. I’m not referring to yogis who get angry. I’m talking about yogis who are angry at their core. I’m not saying anger is in some way not...
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Advent Yoga Reflections: How Christmas Reminds Us What Yoga is About
Last weekend, I attended an Advent yoga class. When I began my yoga practice decades ago, I wouldn’t have expected to find such a thing. I can’t say for sure how I landed at the class this year, but...
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Our True Nature is Peace: How to Remove The Five Afflictions
I remember my first yoga experience, a beginners hatha yoga class in my hometown. In every class, the teacher would remind us, “Our true nature is peace.” I felt it every time, for a while at least....
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Attachment and Aversion: The Secret to Loosening Suffering’s Grip
As a younger yogi, I craved enlightenment (yes, I see the problem there). Like many people, I was drawn to yoga because I was suffering. When I first learned about attachment and aversion in yogic...
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Karma Yoga Can Transform Us In Unexpected Ways
In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna teaches Arjuna yoga. If you’re not familiar with the epic tale, check it out. One of the great things about Krishna’s yoga lessons is there’s a practice for everyone....
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