The Mind According to Yoga
Anjali KanojiaMost people talk about physical and mental wellness as two separate entities. The mind is usually equated with the functions of the brain. What is the perspective of Yoga about…
Wisdom of Yoga in the Bhagavad Gita: A Journey into the Inner Self
The Bhagavad Gita (loosely translated as the song of the divine), an ancient Sanskrit text and part of the Mahabharat historic mega epic, imparts profound insights into yoga practice. The…
Indonesia’s Spiritual Tapestry: Gunung Padang and Bali’s Enduring Hindu Heritage
Indonesia's trajectory through history has been intricately shaped by a convergence of factors, including its geographical positioning, abundant natural resources, human migrations, wars, conquests, trade dynamics, and political evolution. As…
Yoga for Caregivers: Enhancing Holistic Well-Being and Resilience
Caregivers provide physical, emotional, or practical support to those in need due to age, illness, disability, or challenging circumstances. Caregivers often experience burnout and compassion fatigue due to the demanding…
Khajuraho: Architectural Marvels, Cultural Heritage, Artistic Inspiration
Less than a two-hour flight from Kashi, Khajuraho is my favorite place in India besides Kashi. When I take folks on a Northern Indian tour, I usually spend time in…
Mind-Body Interventions for School Children’s Mental Health: A Focus on Yoga-based Mindfulness Practices
Childhood is supposed to be a time of joy and exuberance, though many children and adolescents are instead suffering during this time of growth. Stress, anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts…
Sadhguru – More Than Life
The title is inspired by the book "Sadhguru: More Than a Life" based on the different lives and accomplishments of Sadhguru. He is a Humanitarian, a Mystic, and an initiator…
Yoga as Comparative Medicine
Yoga is considered a form of comparative, complementary, alternative, and/or integrative medicine due to its holistic approach to improving health and overall well-being. The use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine…
Yoga, Dharma and Ecology in Film Kantara
Kantara means forest in Sanskrit. In the 2022 film Kantara, actor-director Rishab Shetty strives to bring elements related to yoga, dharma, and ecology and succeeds in creating brilliant cinema which…
Microcosm as the Macrocosm – The Pancha Mahabhutas
In the six Darshanas, especially in Yoga and Ayurveda, the Pancha Mahabhutas (also known as the Five Great Elements) are considered fundamental principles that make up the physical universe, including…