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What poses or group of poses do you tend to avoid?
In yoga sutra II.3, Patanjali tells us that one of the five main causes of suffering ( kleshas) is dvesha, translated from the Sanskrit as aversion, repulsion or avoidance. Taken to extremes, avoidance can do ourselves or others harm. We asked … Continue reading
What’s Your Biggest Obstacle?
What obstacles prevent you from getting the most out of your yoga practice? We asked our teachers what restrictions they most often see in their students. Some of their answers may surprise you. (Hint: it’s not about getting the pose … Continue reading
Mary Alice on Shoulderstand
Shoulder stand can be an uncomfortable posture. For some of us, it may provide sensations that we don’t wish to feel, like in our neck; for others, it can be a challenge to begin to invert. Most of us can … Continue reading
Why is it So Hard?
Shoulderstand can calm and revitalize us, very deeply. But it’s also hard work, especially when we’re first learning. The pose can require months or even years of practice before the full and delicious benefits arrive. Fortunately many of these benefits … Continue reading