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.
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
In the vast tradition of yoga āsanas, certain poses carry not just physical significance but deep historical and spiritual resonance. Bharadvājāsana, named after the revered sage Bharadvāja, is one such posture that connects us to ancient
For those interested in the deeper philosophical underpinnings of yoga.
The moment you discover you’re carrying new life, everything changes. Your body becomes a vessel of creation, your breath sustains two beings, and every movement carries profound responsibility. In “Yoga: A Gem for Women,” Geeta Iyengar
From its intriguing name to its profound effects, Yoga Kurunta offers a fascinating approach to yoga practice that makes challenging postures accessible while deepening our understanding of alignment and movement. As Geeta Iyengar beautifully explains in
When we speak of yoga today, our minds often turn to physical postures, breathwork, or perhaps even meditation. Yet, beneath these visible layers lies a profound philosophical bedrock, codified by an ancient sage whose insights continue
For those seeking to use yoga for specific health, emotional, or therapeutic benefits.
In September 2024, almost a year after life in Israel changed dramatically, I found myself standing before my first trauma-informed Iyengar yoga class. The room was filled with women—mothers and mothers-to-be, some from religious backgrounds—each carrying
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern yoga practice, props have emerged as essential tools for practitioners seeking both physical support and emotional stability. The Iyengar Yoga tradition, in particular, has pioneered the intentional use of props,
In an era marked by unprecedented uncertainty and disrupted routines, many find themselves yearning for a sense of control and stability. Iyengar yoga offers a unique approach to rebuilding this sense of agency through mindful, intentional
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
In this final exploration of the guru-śiṣya tradition, we examine teachers’ ethical responsibilities through three Mahābhārata narratives: Droṇācārya and Ekalavya, Droṇa and Arjuna, and Karṇa and Paraśurāma. These stories from 400 BCE – 400 CE illuminate
An experimental exploration for the Yoga Readers community.
In the session, we’ll dive into 5 foundational asanas – guided by the voices of B.K.S. Iyengar and Geeta S. Iyengar, based on Light on Yoga and
The Light on Prāṇāyāma Study Pack is for those who want to build a lasting resource – something you can return to in your teaching and practice over months and years. It brings together everything we
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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