Yoga journey

My Yoga Journey – A Childhood Dream Becoming Reality

“I know that everybody I meet has their own story. Let me tell you mine. I wrote not only about my yoga journey but also about my journey to self-realisation and self-love. I have decided to write this as I realise that by sharing I can help others who might have similar experience; or who …

Etymology of yoga

You Know the Meaning – but Do You Know the Origin?

You know the meaning, but do you know the origin of words we use daily in relation to our yoga practice? Languages have the fantastic gift of developing daily, welcoming new words, and coining new terms. However, many words have been with us for years and centuries, and we can see their traces across worldwide …

Vinyasa yoga

Top Yoga Retreats in Europe for Your Christmas (or any other) Holiday

Most of us live at a fast pace, and most of our days are spent in our 9-5 jobs or trying to sort out the unfished to-do list… So it’s nice to think about ourselves and try to give ourselves a chance to renew from time to time… Personally, retreats remain the best way to …

Yoga routine during travels

How to Maintain a Yoga Routine While You Travel

Traveling can easily disrupt even the most well-established yoga routine, and it might seem like an impossible task to maintain your yoga routine while you travel or away from home. But it is worth the effort – sticking to our commitment to yoga is grounding, and has a beneficial effect on how we feel in …

Shavasana

Why Should You Include Shavasana In Your Yoga Practice? Top 8 Benefits

After a long day of work (and before you get to work the following day), you probably want to unwind by doing yoga. Doing so will also let you relax both mind and body. But have you ever experienced Shavasana? It is when you hold the final pose of your yoga session and done in …

Eka Pada Rajakapotasana – The Mermaid Pose

The mermaid pose is named after mermaids; they are mystical creatures, the princesses of seas and oceans. Together with their male counterparts, the mermen, they form the merfolk—an underwater kingdom. According to myths, the first mermaid to ever live was the Assyrian Goddess Atargatis. Atargatis accidentally killed a mortal man she loved. To punish herself, …

Yoga mat Circé - suede surface

9 Reasons a Yoga Mat Will Enhance Your Yoga Practice

You can practice yoga on different surfaces, but which one is the best? A yoga mat is among the most popular surfaces because it is comfortable and provides good traction. There are many reasons to use a yoga mat, even if you’re practicing outside on the grass or a hardwood floor. Yoga mats provide cushioning …