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Chanting and Kirtan: Everything You Need to Know (Plus a Few Chants to Try!)

Chanting and kirtan are two practices we see in yoga, but what is kirtan? Why do we chant in yoga? Learn the answer to these questions and more here.
Danielle McKee | February 5, 2020
Balance Your Chakras Using This Guide to Healing Crystals for Each Chakra

Learn about healing crystals and how they correspond to the chakras. Use these chakra crystals to activate and balance your chakras - here's how!

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What Is Your Strongest Chakra? Take This Quick and Fun Quiz to Find Out

Which is your strongest chakra? Take this chakra quiz to determine which of your chakra energy centers is your most prominent. It's fun, quick and simple!
Alexa Erickson | June 6, 2019
How to Use the Law of Attraction to Manifest Your Dreams (From a Life Coach)

Using the Law of Attraction to manifest your dreams seems a little mysterious but, it’s science! This life coach shares everything you need to know.
Ashton Aiden | April 6, 2019

Mantra and Kirtan: Here’s Why These Meditation Tools Belong In Your Practice

Mantra and kirtan are inherently connected. These meditation tools help you reach a higher state. Learn all about these practices and how they relate here!
Nicky Sehra | September 29, 2018
Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Tarot Cards

Tarot is an ancient tool of divination still used to gain insight in our modern world. Learn about tarot for beginners and how to use it in this guide.
Morgan Garza | May 28, 2018
Stuck In a Rut? Ask For Divine Guidance to Ignite Your Passion + Find Your Purpose

Divine guidance connects you to your soul and directs you to your true purpose. If you’re stuck in a rut, here’s how it can help redirect your life.
Simone Clement | May 4, 2018
Feeling Uninspired? Here’s How to Use Meditation to Boost Your Creativity

If you’re a creator of any kind and you’re feeling uninspired, you need to meditate! Here are 4 reasons meditation for creativity is so effective.
Ely Bakouche | May 3, 2018
Do These 6 Things Before Starting a Meditation Practice

Starting a meditation practice can be intimidating but it doesn't have to be. Learn how to meditate in six simple steps and start your meditation practice.
Elisha Thompson | April 25, 2018
Why We Combine Namaste and the Anjali Mudra in Our Yoga Practice

Each yoga class typically ends with Namaste combined with the Anjali Mudra, but what's the significance of this combination? Here’s your brief introduction.
Nicky Sehra | April 20, 2018
What the Om? The Meaning Behind 5 Common Yoga Symbols

We use symbols to add meaning to our lives. Yoga symbols, like Om, serve the same purpose – they add meaning to our understanding and practice of yoga.
Aimee Yamamori | March 7, 2018
Book Review: I Don’t Want To Be An Empath Anymore by Ora North

Working through emotions can be challenging for an empath, but this book acts as a step-by-step guide to facing your demons. Here’s what to expect.
Morgan Casavant | February 17, 2018
Find Your Soulmate Mala! Everything You Need to Know About Choosing and Using Malas

A mala is a long strand of 108 beads that you can use to enhance your meditation practice. Here's what you need to know about choosing and using malas.
Krysta Shannon | February 2, 2018
Learn All About the Yamas and Niyamas From the Yoga Sutra

Learn about the Yamas and Niyamas, yoga's code of ethics and morals from Patanjali's Yoga Sutra. These guiding principles apply to all aspects of your life.
Ashley Stern | January 22, 2018
Learn How to Create a Vision Board and Manifest Your Dreams

A vision board is a powerful tool to manifest and make your dreams a reality. Learn how to create your own vision board and bring your dreams to life!
Sarah Herrington | January 7, 2018
The Life-Altering Importance of Practicing Radical Gratitude

It has been said that gratitude opens the door to all abundance. Living with radical gratitude creates a positive shift in your life - learn how here!
Ashton August | November 17, 2017
10 Affirmations to Manifest Abundance From the Women Who Trail Blazed Self-Help

Affirmations help you manifest what you seek. Here are 10 positive affirmations from our favorite female self-help gurus.
Leo Carver | October 23, 2017
Learn How to Meditate in 5 Quick Steps (You Can Start Today!)

You may have heard of all the benefits of meditation, and now you're wondering how to meditate. Read this to learn how to meditate in 5 quick steps.
Erik Vienneau | October 19, 2017
What Is the Meaning of Namaste and Why Do We Say It in Yoga?

Namaste is a Sanskrit salutation with a deeply spiritual meaning. Learn the meaning of Namaste and why we say it in our yoga practice.
Lisa Fierer | September 26, 2017
Alternate Nostril Breathing: Use This Pranayama Technique For Stress Relief

Alternate Nostril Breathing, or Nodi Sodhana Pranayama, is a conscious breathing technique that reduces stress and anxiety. Learn how to practice it here!
Ashton Aiden | September 11, 2017
How Are You Feeling After the Solar Eclipse? Here’s How to Channel the Energy

The total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017 initiated a period of new beginnings. Learn how and follow these 3 steps to channel the post-eclipse energy.
Morgan Garza | September 8, 2017
6 Common Mental Disorders and How Yoga Can Help

Mental disorders impact millions of people. Learn about the benefits of yoga and how a yoga practice can help some of the most common mental illnesses.
Zoie Konakis | September 6, 2017
What is a Drishti in Yoga and How Can it Improve Your Practice?

The drishti is a technique used in yoga to aid in concentration and balancing poses. Learn what the drishti is and how to use it in your yoga practice!
Ashton August | September 6, 2017
Wands Out! Here’s How Harry Potter and Mindfulness Are Connected

Books are a powerful way to practice mindfulness. Find out how the Harry Potter series introduces mindfulness and supports us in our mindfulness practice.
Maegan Johnson | August 24, 2017
Do You Practice Outdoor Yoga? 6 Compelling Reasons Why You Should

Practicing outdoor yoga is a powerful way to tap into nature and find a sense of peace and grounding. Get inspired to take your yoga practice outside.
Bira | August 22, 2017
Top 10 Yoga Destinations in India

Your trip to India will be amazing no matter which destination. The rich history and tradition, especially in yoga, will no doubt change your life...
Devakar Sandhu | December 21, 2016
Forget Woosaa – 5 Real Hacks for Dealing With Your Emotions

Here are 5 simple steps to express your feelings authentically and empower the way you live your life: ... Get creative...
Kerry Fantelli | September 30, 2016
Chakra Tune-Up: How to Keep Your Energy Clean and Balanced

While each chakra spirals their own energy of color, the nadis transport it to the cells of our body.
Maria Moscato | September 16, 2016
The Key to Developing More Patience – This Works for Everyone!

Without a doubt, practicing detachment from life’s small obstacles has truly transformed my ability to have patience.
Teresa Mason | September 8, 2016
How to Improve Your Meditation Practice

Have you come to a place in your meditation practice that needs some encouragement? How have you helped deepen your own practice?
Aimee Hughes | August 26, 2016