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Sagittarius 08 & Honest Self Expression

The Yoga of Self Expression

The goal of yoga is to know our selves. In these terms, our self is defined as our true nature, the part of us unconditioned by judgments of good or bad. The part of us that is perfect and whole.

Libra 07

Strengthen Your Core With Mountain and Plank

The tendency to "bend over backwards" for others can manifest in the physical body and cause back pain. Increasing core strength in body and mind can bring some relief from the habit of overextending the self.

Taurus 09 - The Garden Issue

Sky Gazing

These days, it seems like both the sky and my mind have opened up. Maybe it's because I just returned from three weeks in the warm Costa Rican sunshine. Or perhaps it's the sun’s welcomed and increasingly powerful presence here in North America. Longer days, warmer weather, and brighter light have gifted me with more energy and vitality.

Taurus 09 - The Garden Issue

Tend Your Inner Garden

Yoga teaches that everything that exists in the universe also exists within us. Therefore, when you learn to master yourself, you also master the universe.

Pisces 2009 - The Movie Issue

Documentary or Feature Film?

Through yoga and meditation practice we learn to participate in our lives. This way we do not become victims of someone else’s agenda or view.

Capricorn 08 - The Career Issue

How I Became a Full-time Yoga Teacher

When I made the jump to full time yoga instructor I was in India standing on the balcony of a concrete building overlooking the Ganges River.

Scorpio 08 - The Money Issue

Let It Flow

Years ago, ruffling through the yoga section at a local bookstore, I picked up a book by Kundalini Yoga teacher Gurmukh. I happened to open to a page where she discussed money. In it she wrote something like "If you are ever worried about money, drink a lot of water.

Libra 09 - The Relationship Issue

To Know Ourselves

If you practice Hatha yoga, the type of yoga that involves the physical body, it is easy to get caught up in the shape of poses. It takes time to master common poses like triangle and downward facing dog.

Virgo 09 - The Climate Change Issue

Poses Poses Everywhere

Global warming is a direct result of human lack of concern for the natural world. We have created the problem through our reliance on fossil fuels, our pollution, and our excess consumption. In order to help fix the problem, we must first learn to respect and appreciate the natural world. If we want to create more care and concern for our environment, we need to find ways to feel connected to it.

Leo 09 - The Leadership Issue

Yoga for Leaders

As a leader, one must make decisions quickly and with integrity. People count on a leader to direct the group. A leader must be able to stand by her decisions as well as admit when it is time for an alternate course.

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