If you read Ahimsa−Defined and Ahimsa & Your Diet, you’re familiar with this concept which emphasizes that all our daily actions, including eating, should create minimal suffering for living things and foster harmony with nature. To further your understanding,...
After reading What Are Sattvic Foods, you know that in yoga philosophy, a compassionate, plant-based diet supports the ethic of “sattva,” which is a state of love, awareness, connection, and peace with all sentient beings. The basis for sattva is the concept of...
The earliest yogic philosophy suggested that an ethical, plant-based diet supports the ethic of “sattva” which is a state of love, awareness, connection, and peace with all sentient beings. The basis for sattva is the concept of Ahimsa. If you read Ahimsa−Defined, you...
If you read Ahimsa−Defined, you’re familiar with this core principle originating in Eastern philosophy that advocates for non-violence, not only as it relates to other humans, but towards all forms of life. To “live Ahimsa” is to follow a lifestyle that...
As you deepen your exploration of yoga, you may learn of the 5 Yamas which are a vital part of Ayurveda, an age-old healing system and set of philosophies. The Yamas are the moral and ethical guidelines that dedicated yogis strive to live by. One of these ancient and...
You’re probably aware of the many physical benefits yoga offers, such as enhanced strength and flexibility, but have you considered how this ancient practice may support your emotional health as well? Among other benefits, maintaining a consistent yoga practice...
