In the Light
A selection of posts from Michelle’s blog.
- Flowing with GraceIshvara Pranidhana is the fifth Niyama. The Niyamas, the five social observances, are the second of the eight limbs of yoga. Ishvara Pranidhana translates as “surrender to god” but it …
- The Chakra Chronicles, Part 2In my last blog entry, The Chakra Chronicles, Part 1, I offered an introduction to the energy centers of the body known as the chakras (wheels). We began with the …
- The Chakra Chronicles, Part 1Chakras. What are they exactly? You’ve heard your yoga teacher talk about grounding to balance your root chakra, stoking the fire of your solar plexus, or sending the breath up …
- Desperately Seeking SattvaAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time, let us return to the ancient wisdom of yoga to more deeply understand the forces at play in the Universe. This month we will dive into the three Gunas (qualities of nature). We will study their cyclicality, their individual attributes, and the way they influence the quality of our actions. The word “guna” means “strand” and they serve as the essential building blocks of matter much like a DNA strand. In addition to their physical nature, they carry an emotional quality as well.
- The 5 Kleshas
The Roots of SufferingDuring these unprecedented times, it seems appropriate to revisit the ancient wisdom of the Vedas and consider the Five Kleshas – the roots of suffering. In Sanskrit Klesha means “poison”… - A Celebration of SpringThe Vernal Equinox heralds a time of awakening. What do you wish to bring to life in yourself? Are you ready to invite change? Maybe it’s time to start an old hobby again or discover a new one? If you want to make a personal shift, Spring is the time to set those intentions and follow through with actions that will bring them to fruition in the coming months.