Five Element Yoga® Practices

January 29, 2017
It could be that water element is my favorite of the five elements. Water represents the feminine flow of the breath, of the emotions, and of the rhythms of nature, which is often the very thing I'm lacking when I'm living out my daily schedule of 'doing' and getting things done. It's so easy to forget about and neglect the body and its needs and messages; the breath; and the...
January 29, 2017
With this mudra flow you will be able to sense the flow of life and energy within and all around you as you tune into your inner healing waters. Jala Mudra "My inner rivers flow with the rhythms of nature." Jala means water, liquid and flowing, representing the vital aliveness within you! This mudra is both grounding and energizing, and helps you to see the flow beyond riverbank limitations. It...
Simple movements flowing with breath and intention allow you to 'Welcome In' all that is, with greater ease and gratitude within your heart. This easy flow is for all-levels. You will feel more open and at ease! Please modify as needed for your comfort. Warm-Ups: By slowing the movements of your body down with mindful breath-movements you can anchor your mind into the relaxed present. A. Three or More Sunbreaths...
"I am Content, here and now." Santosha, the Sanskrit for contentment, is popularly practiced as one of the five Niyama 'observances' from Patanjali's Yoga Sutras. Along with the Yamas, there are ten guidelines in the Sutras to help one live with more clarity, vitality and consciousness, both within the world, and within oneself. Try practicing Hansi Mudra and this statement numerous times during the day: when you feel great (it affirms...