Dharana: Unwavering concentration
Dharana translates to “unwavering concentration” and is the sixth limb of Patanjali’s Raja Yoga. The objective of the practice is to maintain a one-pointed mind, free from all mental, emotional and physical distractions.
Buddha Poornima
Revitalising forces are readily available on Buddha Poornima, and when we are able to align with them on this day, they accompany us during the next twelve months.
Why Meditate?
Meditation has often been described as a panacea for many ills. As that may be the case, all the benefits are an outcome, not the goal of the practice. What is the main objective of meditation?
Mindfulness and Gratitude: 6 Amazing Ways to Start being Mindful Right Now
Investigations in neuroscience have proved, adding gratefulness to the practice of mindfulness enhances it manifold. Here are six great ways to start practicing mindfulness right now.
How to Deal with Loneliness
It is a mistake to think that our achievements and career are our most valuable resources. Our most valuable resources are other people. As humans, we are naturally gregarious and we need the company of fellow beings. Here are ten ways we can do something about loneliness.
The Life of Swami Sivananda Saraswati
Swami Sivananda Saraswati, the founder of The Divine Life Society was an extraordinary man who ignited the flame of spirituality, love and generosity in all those he met.
7 Tips on How to be Happy Alone
Research has proven that singlehood can bring many positive benefits. Here are seven things we can do to remain happy alone.
How to Relax Before bed
Sleep is the first thing we sacrifice when we’re busy, thinking we can just catch up on lost sleep later on. But sleep is vital for health and wellness. Here are 7 steps to relax before bed.
Brahma Muhurta
Brahma Muhurta translates to the “time of divinity”, a period which is considered to be the ideal time to practice asanas, pranayama, meditation and mantra chanting.
Ajapa Japa
The practice of Ajapa Japa combines meditation, pranayama and mantra and is one the most important meditative practices which can lead to samadhi or enlightenment.
Thinking and Energy – The Power of Thoughts
Thoughts are living forces with great power and possibility. With the right techniques, we can learn how to manifest our thoughts and turn our dreams into reality.
Fasting and Meditation – How to Fast
Yogic knowledge places great importance on fasting. Fasting, when performed adequately and methodically helps to keep both the body and mind in a perfect state of health, an essential requirement for meditation.
10 Great Tips to Start Eating Mindfully
By eating mindfully, we take a very common and basic moment and make it a lovely, happy and beautiful experience.
5 Powerful Yoga Tips you need to know immediately
Here are five tips that will help yogis of all levels progress safely and steadily no matter their current level.
5 Yogic Resolutions that will change your life for good
A list of 5 resolutions for yogis that will help you bring forth the best possible version of yourself and help you achieve all of your life’s goals.
“Mindfulness improves the performance of Special Ops”
Research conducted by Professor Amishi Jha and Scott Rogers from UMindfulness shows that mindfulness training enhances the cognitive performance of special operations soldiers.
What are Yantras?
Yantras are tools which can help us manifest our inherent capabilities whilst destroying the mental obstacles which hinder our happiness and wellbeing.
Biofeedback and Meditation
Biofeedback is primarily concerned with the calibrating and the recording of the electrical waves emitted from the brain. These waves, or brain rhythms, vary in their repetitiveness, intensity, and extent from one person to another and from one individual’s state of mind to the next.
The First Teachings of Buddha to his son Rahula at Mango Stone
The following text is a description of Ambalatthika-rahulovada Sutta – The Pali text named “Instructions to Rahula at Mango Stone.” The text details the first and one of the most important exhortations given by Buddha to a young Rahula, his son.
5 Yoga Myths you Need to Stop Believing Immediately
A list of the five greatest and most common myths about Yoga.