We have moments in our lives when we are given the opportunities to introspect – to look more closely at ourselves, to assess where we are and decide what changes need to be done to live happier lives. Going in to a new year is one such moment and it is a good thing if…
Tag: spirituality
Back To The Basics
Recently I’ve come across various articles talking about “real yoga” and how yoga teaching today has lost its authenticity and value. I find these articles very interesting. I agree with a lot that they have to say but just saying that “this is not true yoga” isn’t enough.
The Yoga Of Birthing
About a couple of months ago I completed my prenatal yoga teacher training course in Mcleodganj, Dharamsala. The school I chose to do this course from, was the Kashmir Shaivism School of Yoga, run by a lovely husband-wife duo, Mr. Amit Raina & Ms. Lina. This course was led by Lina, who has almost a ‘shamanic’…
Alluring Tribal Music on the streets of India
Mcleodganj in Himachal, is a very colourful little town. On top of having a very varied crowd with tibetans, foreigners and many Indians holidayers, we often see
Deliciously Vegetarian & Spiritually Divine: Interview with Chef Pietro Leemann
I recently had the pleasure and honour of interviewing Michelin star chef, Mr. Pietro Leemann. Over our conversation
Sirsasana- The Benevolent King
Within the path of yoga, mastering Sirsasana (headstand) is a whole journey in itself. A journey filled with ups and down beginning from overcoming fear and doubts and slowly progressing onto
Surya Namaskar- Salutation To The Sun
In Hindu mythology, the sun God is worshiped as a symbol of health and immortal life. The Rig Veda (ancient Hindu scripture) declares that “Surya (sun) is the Soul, both of the moving and unmoving beings”. Surya Namaskar means
Should Yoga Be A Pre-Requisite For Running For Office?
I have to admit that I’m a bit jealous when I see that, on the other side of the Atlantic, Justin Trudeau, Canada’s Prime Minister,
