The Eight Limbed Path is an integral part of yogic philosophy. We see the idea of the eight limbed path in the second book of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Sadhana Pada, or the Portion on Practice, is the second of four books that comprise the Yoga Sutras of...
Understanding Mantras: Meaning, History, and Spiritual Use Mantra is a word that has gained popularity with the rise of the modern wellness movement. However, mantras have been part of spiritual and cultural traditions for thousands of years. They form the foundation...
*This article was written by Ashlyn Rochester for My Vinyasa Practice* Setting an intention for your yoga practice is a powerful way to bring the work you do on the mat into your everyday life. When you begin your practice with a clear intention, you create a mindful...
There is no shortage when it comes to places to practice yoga in Austin, especially when you consider self-led practices that can happen anywhere! There is also no shortage when it comes to yoga schools that certify yoga teachers. There might be many things that you...
*This article was written by Ashlyn Rochester for My Vinyasa Practice* The five elements of ether, air, fire, water, and earth come together to give us the sensations we experience like sound, smell, taste, form, sign, and touch. They also come together inside us to...
Restorative yoga is a practice that invites deep relaxation to counter the higher energy states we spend most of our days in. This therapeutic practice uses supported shapes and positions to invoke deep relaxation to settle your mind and bring harmony to your...
