Santosha: Contentment

Today, let’s explore the 2nd niyama from Patanjali’s 2nd limb of ashtanga yoga, santosha or contentment.Happiest with some sweet treat in each hand as a child, I wonder how much I’ve changed in my search for joy and fulfillment. What...

Saucha: Yogic Purification

pascimottanasanaThe 2nd Limb of yoga, the niyamas are personal practices or behaviors, saucha (purification or cleanliness) is the first.In previous posts, I focused on the 1st limb of ashatanga yoga, the 5 yamas are ethical practices or behaviors, ahimsa, satya,...

When You Shine, I Shine!

Photo by: Ethan Eng-TowSpring is here. The sun is shining, and the flowers have blossomed. I sent my son out to take some pictures and you can see some of the results. Pretty amazing! I love watching my kids, my students and people in my life shine. How can we...

How to Use Your Mala

What is a mala?A traditional mala मल  is made of 108 beads, usually natural materials, stone, bone, wood or seed. There is an additional larger bead, called a guru or meru bead. This bead holds space for you when you are chanting. It is also gathers your...