“Abundance” Teaching Theme

As the weather improves, blossom gives way to tiny fruits visible on the branches of trees and bushes. Everything in the garden is looking greener – seedlings are now growing vigorously, small shoots and delicate green leaves are appearing everywhere. What better time to reflect on … Continued

“Discrimination” Teaching Theme

Draupadi (Mary Ruth Green) has provided an insightful reflection on “discrimination’ for your teaching plans and personal reflection. Discrimation is represented by the first cakra tool: the Khadga (Sword). The khadga is symbolic for discrimination, without which numerous mistakes can … Continued

“Creativity” is the Teaching Theme for August 2017

As the dedication of the Temple of Light is celebrated, the Ottawa Yasodhara Yoga Teachers offer reflections on creativity – the nature of creativity, how does one access it, understanding this connection to ‘receiving from the great beyond from above … Continued

“Courage” Teaching Theme

Explore courage from a variety of approaches. The yogic path is the pursuit of liberation from all limitations. We have to begin where we are. (Kundalini Yoga for the West, Swami Radha, p 160). Thank you to Shaun Alsford, Nicole … Continued

“Taking Refuge in the Teachings” Teaching Theme

Yasodhara Yoga Victoria teachers invite us to explore the theme of ‘taking refuge in the Teachings’. 1)     Exploring the theme of ‘Refuge’ through Hidden Language Hatha Yoga a) The meaning of ‘refuge’ Spend time chanting OM and ask yourself: What … Continued

“Emotions” Teaching Theme

Many thanks to Carol Putnam and Silver Frith of Yasodhara Yoga Halifax for inviting us to dive into the watery depths of emotions. Energy…is here now in the Manipura Cakra where the imagination and strong emotions, in interaction with the … Continued

“Sacred Space” Teaching Theme

Step by step, the Temple of Light is manifesting and around the world, the Ashram family prepares to celebrate this “inclusive sacred space” 1) Exploring Sacred Space Begin by brainstorming words for ”sacred space”. Write. Chant and bring to mind a … Continued

“Compassion” Teaching Theme

How does one develop compassion? Swami Radha writes in Mantras: Words of Power (p 89): Observe yourself; practise awareness in order to gain understanding of yourself. Wrong conduct must be discarded, not condemned. When you see and forgive your own … Continued

“Well-Being” Teaching Theme

Yet what does ‘new’ and ‘old’ really mean? No matter the label given to the point in time, ‘how you are’ and ‘who you are’ are choices you make each moment. Choose to be well. These reflections on ‘well-being’ are … Continued