Knowledge, Practice, and Healing
Namaste,
Here you’ll find a collection of free resources I’ve created and curated to support your yoga journey. This is where I share with you a variety of content, including my thoughts and insights on topics like Yoga Philosophy, Sanskrit Terms, the legacy of B.K.S. Iyengar and Geeta Iyengar, the Yoga Sutra’s of Patanjali, and more.
I’ve also created free guides that you can download directly, and to further enrich your understanding, I’ve also added free lectures.
I hope these resources inspire and empower your practice.
For those new to Iyengar yoga or looking for foundational understanding.
A global reading journey through B.K.S. Iyengar’s luminous map of the inward journey — from the physical body to the divine core, and into living freedom. We return to Light on Life this autumn, welcoming many
Brahmapurī and the Yogic Architecture of the Self When we practice yoga, we often hear that “the body is a temple.” But what does this metaphor actually mean within the yogic tradition? And why does B.K.S.
“To a yogi, the body is a laboratory for life, a field of experimentation and perpetual research.”—B.K.S. Iyengar This insight from Guruji is not a metaphor but a method. In the Iyengar tradition, the mat is
For those interested in the deeper philosophical underpinnings of yoga.
In “Yoga – A Gem for Women,” Geeta Iyengar offers a profound exploration of health through the ancient lens of Āyurveda. She begins with a comprehensive definition: “Indian medical science (Āyurveda) describes health as the perfect
In the vast tapestry of Hindu tradition, the Sanskrit language holds a place of unparalleled reverence. It is not merely a medium of communication but a divine instrument through which the cosmos itself was said to
In “Yoga – A Gem for Women,” Geeta Iyengar presents a profound understanding of the three doṣas that beautifully bridges ancient Āyurvedic wisdom with modern yoga practice. Her explanation reveals how these fundamental energies – Vāta,
For those seeking to use yoga for specific health, emotional, or therapeutic benefits.
The application of specific yoga postures (asanas) in managing anxiety symptoms represents a significant therapeutic intervention within trauma-informed Iyengar yoga practice. This approach holds particular relevance for individuals experiencing secondary trauma, such as partners of military
The development of internal resources through trauma-informed yoga practice represents a crucial aspect of therapeutic intervention, particularly for individuals managing heightened stress levels and secondary trauma responses. These internal resources, defined as adaptive psychological and physiological
The intersection of trauma-informed yoga practice and trigger management presents a significant area of investigation within contemporary therapeutic applications of Iyengar yoga. This examination becomes particularly relevant when considering populations experiencing secondary trauma, such as partners
This downloadable PDF guide offers a comprehensive introduction to Sanskrit pronunciation specifically designed for yoga practitioners. The guide includes: The guide allows you to enhance your connection to yoga’s philosophical foundations. It is suitable for yoga
Explore 3,000 years of yoga wisdom with our free guide to essential yogic texts. From Vedic manuscripts to Medieval Hatha manuals, discover key concepts, historical context, and recommended translations of yoga’s most influential writings. An indispensable
This document is designed to be used with Light on Prāṇāyāma open alongside it. It is not a substitute for the book and does not reproduce its instructions. What it offers is a map of
Sundays 6:00–7:00am UTC | September–October 2026 | 8 sessions | Live Zoom + recordings (1st session on Saturday 5th September) A course of advanced themes from the Yoga Sūtras with Dr. Agi Wittich For graduates of
Watch past sessions from the Yoga Readers Book Club, where we discuss and reflect on seminal texts in yoga and philosophy.
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