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- 1991 by Swami Rama of the Himalayas
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- In-Depth Study of the Yoga Sut...
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Friday, October 9 at 7:30pm - Gateway to the Subtle Body
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Friday, September 25 at 7:30pm - Total Detox
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Thursday, September 10 at 7:30pm - Karma and Reincarnation
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Friday, August 7 at 7:00pm - Perennial Teachings of the Bha...
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Friday, July 17 at 7:00pm - Guru Purnima
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Tuesday, July 7 at 7:00pm - Sutra Yoga for 50+
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Friday, June 12 at 7:30pm
Simplaris Blogcast
Re-Enchanting the World: Adventures in Yoga: by Sandy Anderson
1:22am March 7th, 2009A Boat Ride on the Ganga
A fisherman gives us a ride up the river from the Himalayan
Institute campus to the confluence (sangam) of the Yamuna and
Ganga Rivers at Allahabad, affording a glimpse of life in rural
India along the banks of Ganga.
10:38pm March 6th, 2009A Boat Ride on the Brahmaputra and a Wild Night in Assam
We are in Guwahati on Shiva Ratri–the night of Shiva. The Lord of
Yogis aspect of Shiva is celebrated on this night; traditionally,
all night in a raucous manner, as Shiva is among many other things,
the Lord of ganas–a ragtag assortment of odd-ball beings, ascetics,
lovers of ganja (marijuana), and ghouls. Hoping to avoid the
temple-bound crowds, we charter a large boat and ch...
5:34am March 6th, 2009Guwahati
No one has a cell phone signal. No one. Gradually we realize we are
inside a bubble imposed by the security concerns related to
political unrest in this remote northeast corner of India. That
means no internet service either. No email. No blogging. Perhaps
the gods are suggesting these few days are really for pilgrimage
and nothing else. Our hotel is a few blocks away from the
Brahmaputra Ri...
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Check out our top biodegradable, nontoxic alternatives to the plastic-based standard.
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The greenest mat is the one you already have, but if you’ve worn out your old faithful, finding an eco- and asana-friendly mat can be tricky—there are so many options. Where to start? To help, we’ve compiled a list of our top biodegradable, nontoxic alternatives to the plastic-based standard.
Yoga+ Magazine Bhastrika, or bellows breath, is a vigorous, dynamic, and vitalizing pranayama that clears obstructions in the respiratory system, strengthens the nervous system, increases physical vitality, and enhances clarity of mind.
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Try this yummy granola recipe from our winter issue:
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Make a classic breakfast well. Natural sweetness meets rich texture in our favorite house granola.
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Watch this video demonstration of the bellows breath:
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Bhastrika, or bellows breath, is a vigorous, dynamic, and vitalizing pranayama that clears obstructions in the respiratory system, strengthens the nervous system, increases physical vitality, and enhances clarity of mind.
Yoga+ Magazine Download and listen to Sandra Anderson's podcast on Prana Vayu:
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Keeping good company can be an obvious yet easily overlooked practice for improving your spiritual life. The Yoga Vasishtha, a classic yoga text, describes satsang, or the company of the wise, as one of ...
Yoga+ Magazine Our winter issue hits newstands today!
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Slideshow: New photo shoot with Angela Farmer: https://www.himalayaninstitute.org/yogap
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Outtakes from our August 2009 photo shoot
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New Asana Article: Perfecting Your Prana
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Awaken the source of vitality and inspiration by activating the first of the five vayus.
Yoga+ Magazine New Blog Post: Science and the Lotus
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The lotus—with its tenuous, spindly stems; broad, waxen leaves; and provocative, curling petals—has held a prominent spot in mythological imagery for thousands of years. Among other things, an iconic hatha ...
Yoga+ Magazine New article by Deborah Willoughby: Tantra and the Art of Pilgrimage.
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From an American ashram to the holy shrines of India, this pilgrim traces a winding path to higher consciousness - one that eventually leads her back home.
Yoga+ Magazine Yoga+ celebrated its 108th issue yesterday with a big bash at the Himalayan Institute Cafe in Honesdale, PA. Very auspicious. :)
Yoga+ Magazine Big News: We've launched a blog...The Yoga Lounge. Check it out, pitch your ideas...and let us know what you think!
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Here in Honesdale, PA, we feel it’s only fair to admit we’ve been struggling: thinking, rethinking, writing, rewriting, ruminating, and reflecting on how best to carve out a corner in cybserspace for the ...
Yoga+ Magazine Want to be a COVER MODEL? If you practice yoga and live within a few-hour radius of Honesdale, PA, you could be on the next cover of Yoga+. Send a head shot and pics of yourself in warrior II, down dog, camel, and a seated meditation pose to managingeditor@yogaplus.org (with “cover model candidate” in the subject field). Don’t be bashful…we’re interested in all ages, ethnic backgrounds, and sizes! Entries due 11/9.
Yoga+ Magazine New Issue! Check it out:
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Journey to India with founding editor Deborah Willoughby as she recalls the troubles and triumphs of walking on the pilgrim's path—and download her podcast about cosmic consciousness. Enjoy our yoga teacher's guide to adjustments, our new asana routine for increasing prana; winter wellness tips, and...
Yoga+ Magazine Meet one of our favorite environmental activists...
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When professional sports teams, the Academy Awards, or Broadway want to reduce their environmental toll, they turn to a Gandhi-inspired pragmatist.
