September 9, 2008 | ISSUE 326

Power to the Peaceful

Saturday marked an unusually hot day for San Francisco, but the unforgiving sun didn't stop 1,200 yogis from gathering in an open field in Golden Gate Park to practice Maya Yoga and AcroYoga in the name of peace. Thousands more came later in the day in celebration of Power to the Peaceful, a free festival staged annually by yogi-musician-peace activist Michael Franti.

The impact of his genius finally struck me when Franti's band, Spearhead, performed the song "I Love You." Looking out in the crowd, I was moved to see tens of thousands of people reciting this powerful mantra in unison.

This week, visit our Michael Franti page to get a sneak preview of his new album, watch him perform two favorite songs, and see what he has to say about love, romance, and yoga in an exclusive interview. Meet Maya yogis Nicki Doane and Eddie Modestini and get their class playlist. Learn how Acro Yoga can make your practice—and your relationship—more fun. Finally, download an all-new practice video from Jason Crandell.

Namaste,
Andrea Kowalski

IN THIS ISSUE

Michael Franti

Watch and listen to our Michael Franti video, exclusive audio, and interviews.

http://www.yogajournal.com/video/michael_franti

YJ Interview: Married with Children

Eddie Modestini and Nicki Doane teach celebs on Maui, but their family is the heart of their practice.

http://www.yogajournal.com/lifestyle/2600

Nicki and Eddie's Playlist

Maya Yoga teachers Nicki Doane and Eddie Modestini like music that speaks to the yogic precept of ahimsa (nonharming). Get their favorite class playlist here.

http://www.yogajournal.com/global/47

Have More Fun

Learn to have more fun with your partner in the practice of AcroYoga.

http://www.yogajournal.com/lifestyle/2623

Weekly Practice Video with Jason Crandell: Hip Opening to Lotus

Open your hips and move toward an understanding of Lotus and Half-Lotus Poses with a 20-minute video practice, taught by YJ Faculty Teacher Jason Crandell.

http://www.yogajournal.com/podcast/

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By Stacie Stukin

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Create a yoga space at home, and you'll transform your practice and your life.

By Sherise Dorf

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