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Bhaavanaa Retreat – December 2024: A Quiet Journey in the Himalayas
Come with us on a retreat experience in the Himalayas!
Our december Bhaavanaa retreat was a beautiful connecting retreat with lighthearted people. Read more for a glimpse of what it's like to be in a retreat with us!
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
4 days ago4 min read
Exploring the Chakras: Understanding Yoga’s Energy Centers.
This article will focus on the chakras, the seven primary energy centers of the body according to yogic philosophy.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Nov 16, 20246 min read
A dive into the subtle body.
In this article, we will dive into the concepts of Koshas, Prana, and Vayus. We will discuss the philosophy and the benefits for health.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
May 10, 20248 min read
Kapalbhati, pacifying the mind
The Shatkarma are used to clean the body of impurities and activate the circulation of Prana. This article will dive into Kapalbhati.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Sep 21, 20234 min read
Trataka, an access to consciousness
This article will dive into Trataka Kriya, activating the energy in the Ajna Chakra, cleansing and calming the brain region.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Sep 10, 20235 min read
Nauli, the fourth Shatkarma
Throughout our last articles, we explored the Shatkarma practices. In this article, we'll dive into the practice of Nauli.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Sep 1, 20234 min read
Neti Kriya, cleansing the head region.
Being yogic cleansing techniques, the Shatkarmas are meant to keep the body free of impurities. This article will focus on Neti Kriya.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Aug 16, 20235 min read
Basti Kriya, second Shatkarma practice.
This article will dive into the second Shatkarma practice: Basti Kriya.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Aug 4, 20234 min read
Shatkarma, purifying the body and mind: Dhauti Kriya.
The Shatkarmas are an essential component of yoga because they clean the body and mind to facilitate energy flow.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Jul 11, 20235 min read
Nadis, the energy channels
In this article, we'll dive deeper into the philosophy around the nadis. We will explain their significance, organization, and goals.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Mar 16, 20233 min read
The eight limbs of yoga, a path to freedom
Patanjali's yoga philosophy is the most accessible for beginners. This article will focus on the spiritual path of the eight limbs of yoga.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Feb 9, 20234 min read
Samadhi, the final Union
In this article, we will demystify the concept of Samadhi. We'll explore what it is, what can be experienced, and the paths to attain it.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Jan 15, 20236 min read
Health benefits of a meditation practice
In this article, we'll observe the proven benefits of meditation, concentration, and mindfulness on mental and physical health.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Dec 15, 20224 min read
Dhyana, flowing between Dharana and Samadhi
In this article, we will explore the concept of Dhyana, meditation. This step is the last before the yogi flows into Samadhi.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Nov 16, 20223 min read
Pratyahara and Dharana, transitive limbs of yoga.
This article is about the two limbs of yoga that transition between the external and the internal practices: Pratyahara and Dharana.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Oct 15, 20224 min read
Gaumukh glacier and climate change
In this article, we will explore the causes of the melting of the Gaumukh Glacier, its impacts, and the actions in place to save it.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Sep 20, 20224 min read
Yogic breath in healthcare science
This article will explore the optimal breathing pattern, the diaphragm's roles, and the respiration's impacts on the body systems.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Sep 6, 20224 min read
The Rainforest and the Climate Crisis
Why are rainforests so important? What is their role in the climate crisis? That's what we are going to explore in this article.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Aug 20, 20224 min read
Pranayama, controlling the life current
This article explores the concept of Pranayama and its meaning, goal, practices, and importance in the yogic tradition.
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Aug 5, 20224 min read
Niyama in our relation to the environment
Would it be possible to improve our awareness of the environment and our care for nature if we applied the yogic principles of Niyama?
Sarah-Jeanne Baron
Jul 20, 20223 min read
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