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Practicing Yamas 9 to 5

Practicing Yamas 9 to 5

The Yamas of Ashtanga Yoga in Modern Day Life What are the Yamas? They are a term that appears in Patanjali's Yoga Sutras in Ashtanga Yoga. In ashtanga, meaning eight limbs, Yamas are the first limb meaning right living. In other words they are ethical guidelines for good living. The five Yamas are non-violence, truthfulness, [...]
Ashtanga Yoga – Eight Limbs to Union

Ashtanga Yoga – Eight Limbs to Union

The Eight Limbs of Yoga The great sage Patanjali wrote four chapters on how to find true freedom by freeing the mind. A core of his teachings is presented in the eight limbs. A brief summary is presented here.   Yamas These are restraints, or social and universal moralities which serve as a basis for [...]

Mustard Greens

The Leaves That Pack A Punch Wonderful raw or cooked, these curly dark leafy greens are delicious, watery and have a bit of spice. Mustard greens have excellent amounts of calcium, magnesium, and folic acid and contain many antioxidants. They are great for the skin, help prevent cancer, and are the perfect side dish, or [...]