Philosophy

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The practice of serving others isn't just the right thing to do; it's also a path to self-realization.

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Use this primer to a key concept in Taoist philosophy to grasp how yoga affects the crucial tissues of the body, including muscles, bones, and connective tissue.

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Richard Rosen explains the meaning of bridges in yoga philosophy, shedding new light on Bridge Pose.

You can work on it every day, starting with the small stuff. Here’s how.

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Find a more spiritual approach to your work and you'll uncover new meaning in your life.

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Richard Rosen ponders what draws us to the yoga mat and keeps us coming back.

Richard Rosen explains Om—the ancient sacred syllable—may be the only mantra you'll ever need.

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We all know about the eight limbs of yoga. But do you know about the yoga vitamins? These five yoga vitamins, or virtues, will fortify your practice.

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When crises arise, some people flourish while others flounder. Here's how your practice can help you build resilience.

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When it comes to practicing mindfulness, the yoga and Buddhist traditions have much in common.

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Modern yogis who struggle with the question of whether to eat meat can look to ancient wisdom for the answer.

Be open to the possibility of meshing your ideas of romance with your spiritual values and dharma practice for a better relationship.

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A teacher's guide to explaining and encouraging positive personal habits through the five niyamas.

Awareness of the ida and pingala nadis can help balance your practice—and clear the way for spiritual growth.

Setting objectives is not the same as making goals. Confusing the two can lead to unnecessary suffering.

Richard Rosen explains how yoga philosophy helps us see who really we are and learn to embrace it.

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Patanjali's basic advice in the Yoga Sutra may sound simple, but many find sitting in meditation painful and difficult. Here's how you can bring ease to your seated posture.

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Tim Miller turns to the ancient wisdom of Patanjali to answer this existential question.

Toiling under the tyranny of perfectionism? Perfection isn't the tyrant—it's our notions about it that rule us.

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Here's how to integrate it into your flow and your life.

Ancient texts insist celibacy is a must on the yogic path, but few modern yogis opt for such an ascetic lifestyle.

Tim Miller turns to the wisdom of Patanjali to explain how yoga prepares us for death.

Traditionally, the goal of a spiritual practice has been to attain enlightenment, but is that what today's seekers are really after?

Are you overstimulated, overworked, and stressed? If so, you might be depleting your rasa reserve.

The yogic practice of satya (truth) focuses on carefully choosing our words so they do the least harm and most good.

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Drishti is a gazing technique that develops concentration—and teaches you to see the world as it really is.

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Whether traditional rituals provide you with the comfort of familiarity or turn you away, here are some more ways for your soul to celebrate.

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Bring classical yoga's lessons off the mat and meditation cushion and into your relationships.

The teacher of Iyengar, Pattabhi Jois, and Desikachar emphasized individuality rather than one treatment for every illness.

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The late author of the classic Autobiography of a Yogi has inspired nearly 500 Self-Realization meditation centers around the world.

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The spiritual conflict of having desire elsewhere in your life shouldn't have to mean you're spiritually weak. Expert Yogi Rod Stryker explains.

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Often called the First Lady of Yoga, Indra Devi was instrumental in the global diffusion of the practice.

Planning a spiritual pilgrimage? Use these tips on local culture and customs to avoid disturbing others' peace.

Whether you are devotional or intellectual in nature, yoga has a path for you. Discover all five branches of yoga.

A spiritual community dissolves the sense of separateness that causes so much of our suffering. With a few friends, create one of your own.

How to contemplate a sacred text or poem.

Having trouble deflating that smart, sweet-talking ego of yours? Try embracing it instead. When it's as big as possible, you can include everything in your sense of self.