I was introduced to a workflow solutions software called Asana at a recent work meeting. Some of my colleagues were referring to it as uh-sāh-nuh instead of its Sanskrit pronunciation āh-suh-nuh, which puzzled me since they are all serious practitioners or teachers of yogasana themselves and have no … [Read more...] about Corporate Cultural Appropriation of Yoga is Thriving Harmfully
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Opportunities for CIYT: Yoga Alliance accreditation
Hello CIYT around America! Many people have asked me for personal thoughts about the opportunities for CIYT regarding Yoga Alliance accreditation, as I have been a part of IYNAUS and Yoga Alliance for many years. So here are my thoughts. I hope you find it helpful. This post is written for … [Read more...] about Opportunities for CIYT: Yoga Alliance accreditation
Yoga for Life: Musings on Both
By Adeline Teacher Sachiko Willis I am seeking. Seeking further understanding of the multifaceted subject of yoga. Seeking relief from pain and stress. Seeking a refuge from this often-overwhelming world. Seeking a deeper understanding of who I am. Why I am here. Why yoga. Now. Paraphrasing … [Read more...] about Yoga for Life: Musings on Both
Pune Shorts…How we love thee!
Pune Shorts: A history of the brief One of the first things new students notice when they visit an Iyengar Yoga class are the shorts we wear. Why do we wear them? In short (ha ha), we wear them because they are so comfortable. Ugly perhaps, but so comfortable. The design of these shorts … [Read more...] about Pune Shorts…How we love thee!
An Interview With Andrés Leon: Starting a Conversation on Gender Identity and Yoga
On Friday, March 8th, Andrés Leon and Nick Krieger will facilitate a conversation on gender identity at Adeline Yoga. This free event is for any student or teacher of yoga who wants to cultivate awareness and develop the courage to act. All all are welcome, regardless of gender identity. You can … [Read more...] about An Interview With Andrés Leon: Starting a Conversation on Gender Identity and Yoga