Smrti: The Power and Weight of Memory in Yoga Smrti (Smrit-tee” or “Smri-thi” ) a Sanskrit word for memory—reminds us that our past is always with us. But here’s the thing: memory isn’t the same as truth. Our minds are master storytellers. Some memories become wisdom, shaping us in powerful ways. Others turn into weight,…
5 Reasons I Don’t Bother With Yoga Challenges—And Why Your Followers Don’t Need Them Either Yoga is about presence, patience, and lifelong learning. Yet, the rise of yoga challenges seems to pull in the opposite direction—toward urgency, performance, and short-term results. I get the appeal, I’ve done them. A structured 30-day challenge can feel motivating,…
Are Fitness Trackers Doing Us More Harm Than Good? Fitness trackers and wearable tech promise to help us stay on top of our health—tracking our steps, monitoring our sleep, measuring our heart rate. It all sounds helpful, even empowering and of course can be essential for health issues. But what if, instead of improving our…