Words of wisdom come via the internet from Swami Satchidananda. He mentions Guru Sivanandaji who said, “Bear insult, bear injury. That’s the highest Yoga.” Anyone can do asanas (poses), pranayama (controlled breathing) and meditate. All these practices can be done by yourself. However this is not great Yoga. Just because you can do headstand for a [...]
Archive for the ‘Wellness’ Category
Adapt, Adjust, Accommodate
May 7, 2012
The “Real Meaning” of Yoga
April 2, 2012
I heard this the other day, and I believe it is a good question whether it is in or out of context: ‘Is the “real meaning” of yoga found in the practice itself or in the heart of the practitioner?’
Seasons Change
June 6, 2011
What can I say? I’m so happy summer is arriving. It’s a great time to practice yoga!
Happy New Year 2011!
January 9, 2011
I enter this new year cycle with more enthusiasm and optimism than I’ve had in a while. I feel better about dealing with my health, my relationships, my work and the future which lies ahead. Disenchanted recently by the state of our country and the lack of integrity of our so-called leaders, I finally see [...]
YogaWorks Midtown-Eastside Studio Closing
May 11, 2010
Although YogaWorks NYC has 6 studios in the city, I will miss my students at the Midtown Studio as it’s lease runs out and I am shifted to work at other YogaWorks locations. “Non-attachment” is part of Yoga Sutras and that which we study as yogis & yoginis, but I have a special place in [...]
YogaWorks 200-Hour Teacher Training
March 22, 2010
Congratulations to the 30 teacher trainees who have done the 200-Hour YogaWorks Teacher Training since the beginning of January 2010 through the end of this month of March. Next weekend includes our final session, and it has been my pleasure assisting the teaching, working with all of you, and getting to know your wonderful, special, individual spirits. [...]
Approaching New Year
December 17, 2009
Question: Do yogis make new year resolutions, or do they just practice being present through the holidays, or is it as individual as each student’s practice? In the spirit of consciousness, is there actually one answer for this question? I’m considering setting an intention for the new year, just the way we do in class. [...]
Stressful Holidays
December 7, 2009
As we discussed in this mornings class at YogaWorks, although the holiday season is a time to celebrate, to gather with family and friends, and to contemplate gratefulness, it can also be a time filled with stress. One way to slow down and feel less pressure is to find small moments to sit quietly alone [...]
Happy Holiday Season with Blessings
November 24, 2009
To all my friends and fellow yogis: My current schedule has left me with no time to blog recently; however, beginning with the fast approaching Thanksgiving holiday, I wish everyone and their families a miraculous holiday season filled with endless blessings. Thanks so much for all I have learned from you and all you have generously given to [...]
