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Restore your sparkle with this nourishing DIY Ayurvedic face wash recipe to deeply cleanse, purify, and soften the skin.

Dropping all my inhibitions changed my yoga practice.

We asked 6 of the most social media-savvy yogis about how they brush off haters, cope, and keep on posting.

It's hard to find stillness in the face of life's ups and downs. Cultivate equanimity by practicing mindfulness meditation and calming breaths.

Mindfulness teacher, cover model, and #YJInfluencer Sara Clark talks haircuts, power, and cultivating a connection with your higher self.

Yoga teacher and YJ cover model Sara Clark shares her journey toward courageousness, plus an asana practice and mantra to help you feel confident in your own skin.

Yoga is for every body, yet sometimes it feels like the industry surrounding the practice ignores the plus-size woman. But that might be starting to change. Here are 11 fashionable yet functional yoga pieces for the average American woman.

From practice inspiration to books, jewelry, yoga mats and more, gear up with these hand-picked favorites from YJ editors.

Fifteen years ago, yoga teacher Max Strom traveled to Varanasi, India. What he witnessed there sent him on the road to emotional transformation.

Are you ready for your next trip to yogic euphoria? Whether you’re jet-setting to Bali or simply strutting across town to your favorite studio, this stellar lineup of yogi travel gear will make your journey as blissful as your destination.

Still buzzing from Frances McDormand's empowering speech at the Oscars? Even if you're not an A-list actor who can request an "inclusion rider," there are plenty of things you can do to take action in honor of International Women’s Day this Thursday, March 8th.

NYC yoga teacher Kat Fowler shares her perspective on where yoga is headed, her hope for the future, and her tool for motivating her practice. Watch the full interview at yogajournal.com/katfowler

Sophie Jaffe, yoga teacher, certified raw food chef, superfood entrepreneur, and mom of two boys (with a baby girl on the way), opens up about her journey to and through finding yoga, and how holistic health extends to every aspect of her self-care, from beauty products to occasional indulgences--even couple's massages.

Want a mind-body reboot closer to home? Dan Wilf, cofounder of Yogascapes, a company that curates 50 worldwide retreats annually, recommends these yogi hot spots in the States.

Planning a retreat is a big undertaking—and this is especially true if your destination is abroad. These expert tips will help you avoid every common snafu.

In part 6 of this kriya yoga series, yoga teacher Laura Riley offers simple practices for surrendering to love—in order to feel everything else.

There’s no denying it: change is scary. In part 5 of this kriya yoga series, yoga teacher Laura Riley shares a 5-step process for using tapas to embrace the inevitable for internal growth.

With the legalization of marijuana, weed yoga classes are trending. But what does yoga’s sister science say: Could cannabis enhance your yoga practice?

From Puerto Vallarta to Jerusalem, our YJ Influencers are taking their yoga around the world this year—and you can join them!

From immersion learning in Scotts Valley, California to a holistic getaway at Kripalu, these retreat centers will give you the healthy vacation you’ve been looking for.

We compiled a list of 9 drool-worthy yoga getaways that seem to offer it all. While out of most of our budgets, we can still dream, right? Here’s your personal invitation to get lost in fantasyland with these indulgent retreats from around the world.

Alan Finger reflects on his journey from young yogi to creator of ISHTA Yoga.

Becoming a parent involves all kinds of big decisions and questions. Sometimes "I don't know" is the guiding answer.

Remember when you distributed love notes to every single kid in the class on Valentine’s Day? Imagine how the world would be different if adults spread that kind of light.

From the perfect yoga mat to immunity boosters, these must-haves will ensure you have the best time on your next retreat.

Photographer Andy Richter shines a light on how Bhakti yoga—the path of loving devotion—can inspire a sweet surrender that unlocks a world of meaning, faith, and serenity to those who practice it.

Rocked by #metoo stories of sexual misconduct in the yoga community and beyond, students, teachers, and organizations alike are speaking out—and figuring out where we go from here. Whether you’ve been personally affected or simply want to do what you can to help, here’s a place to start.

The teacher who found fame on Instagram shares how she's pivoted to use her platform to serve a deeper purpose.

When it comes to planning a yoga vacation, most of us think retreats in the tropics or taking the ultimate pilgrimage to India. Yet there are so many other destinations that can inspire a deeper understanding this ancient practice. Here, YJ contributors share their experiences in some far-off places that have transformed their practices and their lives.

Adults tend to think of Valentine’s Day as a time to revel in romantic love, but what if instead you used this day to simply celebrate another kind?

Think a cool yoga getaway has to be out of your budget? Then you haven’t seen these retreats. We did the research and found a bunch of getaways that won’t break the bank.

Ever wonder what it takes to start your own yoga studio and make it successful? Follow along as we trail an enthusiastic pair of yogis through their business journey, with words of wisdom from top yoga mentors.

Do you feel stuck? In part 4 of this kriya yoga series, yoga teacher Laura Riley shares three stages of svadhyaya practice to help you live life as who you truly are.

Gift giving doesn't stop with the holidays. Here are a few-must haves for the new year.

This April, help the Seva Foundation raise awareness and funds to prevent blindness around the world by hosting or attending a yoga class near you.

From stepping out of your yoga comfort zone to discovering the best supplements for your diet, here are 4 ways to be your healthiest you.

Former US Navy SEAL Brandon Webb has achieved a lot in the last five years by anyone’s standards and he credits his practice with helping enhance his productivity.

Energy Medicine Yoga founder, Lauren Walker, bases her teachings on the power of self-love. And here, she opens up about a recent moment when she was reminded just why it’s so important.

Taking us with her on a profoundly personal journey, Kathryn Budig reflects on everything that’s led her to now—the most authentic place she’s ever been.

Meditation Studio co-founder Patricia Karpas shares some of the best wisdom offered on her Untangle podcast.

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YJ Influencer Laura Burkhart offers the story of her own chronic pain and hip injury as a caution to yogis and encourages you to get honest about your own practice.

Yoga teacher Rina Jakubowicz shares her experience making lifestyle choices not understood by her community, and offers some tips for owning them.

Your relationship with self requires conscious nurturing. In part 3 of this kriya yoga series, yoga teacher Laura Riley shares how your communication with others can get in the way.

Take a closer look at seven subtle-body healing modalities, and how to find one that will help you boost the benefits of your yoga practice.

Yoga teacher Carola Lovering shares how her practice was instrumental in the writing and selling of her debut novel, Tell Me Lies, coming June 2018.

Need a New Year’s resolution—or a fresh intention any day of the year? YJ Influencer and psychologist Lauren Taus suggests looking to your practice to identify personalized goals that are also applicable to the rest of life.

Love Yoga studios owner Sian Gordon opens up to Yoga Journal about growing up at Yoga Zone, values, and discovering the Katonah practice.

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Last week, Rachel Brathen (aka @Yoga_Girl) shattered the yoga world when she collected more than 300 #MeToo experiences in what the yogis thought was a safe space.

Access Consciousness founder Gary Douglas explains how turning the standard self-help formula on its head could actually be a lot more helpful.

These short practices from Yoga Medicine teacher Shannon Stephens can have profound effects on the way you experience stress and life's toughest moments.

As a yogi, you’ve likely picked up a crystal or a mala—and maybe hoped it could help you cultivate what you lack. But would you buy into crystal healing as an alternative therapy?

Are you single and looking for true love? Or in a relationship, but hoping to establish a deeper, more intimate connection with your partner? These yogic practices can help, along with the following tips for finding your soul mate from Keen.

The more time you spend offline doing nothing, the more you’ll want to put your phone away and connect with yourself, friends, and the world around you.

In part two of this six-part kriya yoga series, yoga teacher Laura Riley explains how to elevate your self-communication to activate the feelings beneath the noise.

Your Guide to Some Aromatherapy Bliss By Nature’s Truth

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Tap the power of the five elements to offer energetic harmony to everyone on your list.

In honor of the season of giving, we’re highlighting some yoga-based relief efforts that are mindfully helping rebuild—from Sonoma County to San Juan.

Need yoga-and-wellness gift ideas for the yogis in your life? Check out our guide to this year's essentials. From props, to oils, to make-your-own mala kits, we've got you covered.

Inspire others with your passion for movement.

So you overate or overstressed… This short sequence focuses on processing and letting go to counteract holiday excess, leave you feeling lighter, and make some space for joy.

Los Angeles-based teacher Sesa O'Connor talks to YJ about her spiritual upbringing, raising a little yogi solo, and the booming yoga industry.

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Already tried every insomnia trick under the moon? YJ Influencer Hemalayaa swears the simple act of rocking is the only one you need.

You already know your mind-body type (dosha), but what about your digestive fire type ? Turns out, the way Ayurveda characterizes agni can inform what and how you eat for better balance.

YJ Influencer Laura Burkhart shares the surefire strategies she’s used to end her decade-long battle with insomnia.

In this excerpt from her new book Deep Listening, Jillian Pransky offers a practice for creating space to let yourself be just as you are.

DIY: Get tons of creative and inventive ways to use the essential oils in your yoga bag! What’s your favorite method to utilize essential oils?

A man banned from Equinox after making allegations of sexual assault against a yoga teacher organized a yoga flashmob protest Tuesday night in San Francisco.

Take cues from your practice to help children handle social exclusion with yoga’s inclusive, compassionate, and community-centered spirit.

“Yogic sleep” can be even more effective than regular sleep.

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From clothing to yoga-inspired decor, check out our editors' must-haves for the month of November.

Here's what to do when you don't know what to do.