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The Aquarian Age
The Age of Aquarius tends to evoke an image of free-loving hippies, frolicking in eternal bliss. But before western counterculture put its stamp on eastern spirituality, astrologers and theosophists signaled the coming of the age.
What is the Age of Aquarius? And what does it mean for us, now?
Teaching Yoga to Kids
You may be wondering—can I teach my kids Kundalini Yoga? Can I involve them in my practice? Is yoga suitable for small children?
Venus Kriyas
Venus Kriyas are tools to blend the polarity energies for spiritual growth. The focus remains at the heart, from which one projects love, caring, and a prayer for the highest good.
Bandhas
The bandhas work to gently release pranic energy for conscious awakening. While the bandhas can be practiced on their own, they are more often interwoven into kriya and meditation practice.
Kundalini Yoga & Recreational Drugs
Confronted with stress, fatigue, burnout, and information overload, many people turn to recreational drugs to escape the pressure of the times. Kundalini Yoga offers an alternate path.
Listening
Nowadays, we are often not great at listening or paying attention. Even when we try our best, it’s easy to become distracted by personal intent, emotion, or disposition. Conscious listening is the act of being fully present during a communication exchange between oneself and another.
Wearing White
It is common to see Kundalini Yoga teachers and practitioners wearing white, loose fitting clothing, ideally of natural fibers. But in a Western yoga world of spandex and leggings, why is this?
Covering the Head
You may have noticed many Kundalini Yoga teachers and students wear head coverings. While it isn’t required, there are many good reasons to cover the head during practice.
Asana
The asanas in Kundalini Yoga may look and feel strange at first, but once you keep doing it and pour yourself into the practice, you’ll begin to notice profound shifts in your life.
Transitioning to a Vegetarian Diet
It’s important to understand that being a vegetarian is not only about leaving meat off of your plate—it’s a holistic lifestyle choice that can increase your energy and allow for a deeper connection to body and spirit.