Author name: Sapna Sondhi Dutt

The secret of life is right under our nose…. our breath!In yoga, the breath is believed to be that invisible thread that weaves through the different levels of our being and connects mind, body, and spirit. Breathing is the most integral part of the Sun Salutation. It accompanies every posture and helps us strengthen and […]

Visualise yourself standing on your yoga mat, facing the rising Sun, feeling the gentle warmth of the sun and seeing its dazzling glow as it begins its daily ascent through the horizon. At this early hour, theres a soulful stillness and quietude, the air is crisp, and there’s a dynamic energy that is palpable and

Kids are like bundles of energy and the Sun Salutation seems such a good way to channel this exuberant energy. However, how can we tailor Surya Namaskar to hold their attention? To make this ancient practice fun and meaningful for the very little yogis, say four to eight year olds, we could change the traditional

The Origin Of Surya NamaskarThe origin of the Surya Namaskar or Sun Salutation dates back to the Vedic period, over 3500 years ago. Ancient civilizations, from the Greeks to the Egyptians considered the Sun to be the source of life. In Hinduism, ‘Surya’ is considered the source of life, light power, energy and spiritual enlightenment.

People routinely comb through YouTube tutorials and websites to learn the Surya Namaskar Postures and that’s ok, however, the correct execution of these twelve postures and the hidden meanings involved, intended to balance body, mind and spirit, should really be learnt from a reliable and experienced yoga teacher. Here is a Quick Overview of The

Down the ages, many cultures have revered the sun as a symbol of divinity, life and spiritual awakening. This belief is at the core of Hinduism. Hinduism has the greatest respect for the elements of nature. Hinduism was never propagated as a religion, instead as a ‘way of life’. The lessons imparted in Hinduism emanate

Sun Salutation or Surya Namaskar is an integral part of Yoga. If we are familiar with Yoga we surely would know about the Surya Namaskar Practice. I have been practising and teaching yoga for years, and often I break in new students with this practice. The Sun Salutation is a series of 12 spinal positions,

Once we are convinced of the holistic well-being yoga provides, we will do everything it takes to eke out a space in our own home where we can get ahead with our practice. We really don’t need any equipment apart from our yoga mat, however as we progress with our practice we do realise that

This is a familiar scenario for many – tossing and turning, gazing at the ceiling, counting sheep, praying that sleep will come. Insomnia is a ubiquitous problem, affecting thousands of people worldwide who feel frustrated, helpless and irritable. Several remedies promise to cure it fully but they often involve strong medication. I suggest try yoga