Daily Yoga
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Daily Yoga captures real moments and reflections from everyday practice. Unlike showcases of perfect postures, the content here focuses on the practitioner's authentic daily experience — sometimes the body feels light and breath flows smoothly; other times there's stiffness, fatigue, and a scattered mind. It's precisely these real daily experiences that form the most precious part of yoga practice.
Through these daily shares, you'll see that yoga practice isn't always graceful and smooth. Sometimes the greatest practice is simply unrolling the mat on days when you don't feel like it; sometimes it's accepting today's physical state without judgement. These seemingly ordinary daily moments are often the most profound practice of all.
Always Distracted? Yoga Trains Your Focus
Can't stop checking your phone or losing focus at work? The Yoga Sutras' Dharana teaches you how to tame your monkey mind and build real concentration.
Feeling Lost? Finding Direction Through Practice and Sharing
We all feel lost sometimes -- in life, work, or yoga practice. But by sharing and staying consistent, we can find our way forward.
Ashtanga Primary Series: Detox Benefits and Practice Tips
The Ashtanga Primary Series, known as Yoga Chikitsa, uses linked postures and breath to detoxify, boost metabolism, and heal your body from the inside.
Finding Ease Within Effort: The True Meaning of Yoga
Yoga isn't a competition -- it's a conversation with yourself. Learn to let go within effort and discover true freedom and peace on the mat.
Beginner's Guide to Buddha Padmasana and Yoga Mudra
Learn Buddha Padmasana and Yoga Mudra step by step. From Half Lotus to towel-assisted Lotus Pose, build stability and comfort at your own pace.
The Power of Not Giving Up: From Yoga to Life
Yoga teaches us persistence -- on and off the mat. When you feel like quitting, that's exactly when growth begins.
Pushing Limits: Deep Training at a Mysore Backbend Workshop
A throwback to an intense Mysore backbend workshop where exhaustion met determination — pushing through deep backbend training for a real breakthrough.
Looking Back at 2024, Embracing 2025: New Challenges
Reflecting on the challenges and growth of 2024, grateful for every supporter, and ready to explore new possibilities in 2025!
Happy Lunar New Year: Welcoming the Year of the Snake
Happy Lunar New Year! Just back from Mysore, already busy with New Year cleaning and ready to welcome the Year of the Snake.
How Mysore Life Changes You: Growth and Inspiration
Every trip to Mysore brings transformation. Sharing a home with others opened doors to deeper connections, learning, and self-discovery.
Two Months in India: My Biggest Takeaways
After two months of yoga practice in India, I reflect on why I keep coming back, what I've gained, and the life lessons I learned from Moon.
Eka Pada Koundinyasana 2: Yoga Strength and Breakthroughs
Challenging Eka Pada Koundinyasana 2 in Mysore, India -- a tough pose, but every small breakthrough brings incredible strength and joy. Practice with friends and enjoy the challenge!
Yoga Tips: Prep Moves for Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana
Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana is a balance-testing yoga pose that even experienced teachers find tricky. Here are the key prep positions to help you enter this pose with stability.
Eka Pada Sirsasana: Balancing Strength and Surrender
Eka Pada Sirsasana isn't just about flexibility -- it's a deep mental challenge. Practicing in Mysore taught me that true softness comes from patience and awareness, not force.
From Baddha Padmasana to Yoga Mudra: Key Tips
Starting from Baddha Padmasana, we break down how to transition into Yoga Mudra with proper alignment. Watch the video for key tips and common mistakes.
Precious Moments of Mysore Practice with Friends
Practicing alongside like-minded friends in Mysore is rare and special. Every year, I look forward to this unique energy that only Mysore can offer.
Learning Yoga in Mysore: Inner Strength Through Locust Pose
Yoga in Mysore, India goes far beyond physical practice. Through Salabhasana (Locust Pose), I discovered that a solid foundation and inner strength matter more than big movements.
Mysore Week 5: A Practice Journey Between Old and New
Week five in Mysore, India -- watching people come and go while the practice energy stays strong. Closing 2024 on the mat and welcoming the new year with intention.
Goodbye 2024, Hello 2025 | Year-End Mysore Thoughts
2024 was so busy I couldn't even sleep early. Hoping 2025 brings more rest, reflection, and balance. Year-end thoughts from Mysore, India.
Mysore Week 4: Challenges and Growth | 20-26 Dec
My fourth week in Mysore brought fresh challenges and real breakthroughs. Each day of practice deepens my understanding and transforms both body and mind.
Mysore Week 3: Yoga Is So Much More Than Asana
Week three in Mysore taught me that asana is just one slice of the yoga pizza. Pranayama, yama, chanting, and meditation complete the full picture.
First Week in Mysore: Reunions and New Friends
My fourth trip to India feels completely different — living with friends, home-cooked meals, familiar faces, and so many new connections in Mysore.
Yoga Practice Moments: Joy and Anticipation
Every moment practicing yoga with my students is pure joy. Watching everyone's dedication fills me with gratitude — can't wait to see you all next year!
Every Day Is a Good Day for Yoga
Practicing yoga at the serene ruins of Tanba Kuroi Castle in Japan — a reminder that every day, anywhere, is the perfect day for yoga.