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You may have heard Namaste spoken at your local yoga studio or between two individuals. But what does this phrase mean? And why do we use it in yoga? The Origins of Namaste Namaste is a traditional gr … read more

Adding scent to meditation infuses your practice with a wonderful sensory layer. With your olfactory nerves engaged, you’re physically pulled into the present and invited to stay. Working with scent i … read more

Recognized by its soft blue color, aquamarine gets its name from Latin. “Aquamarine” comes from aqua marina, which means “water of the sea.” It’s the birthstone for those born in March and is associat … read more

“There is no need to have a deep understanding of Zen.” – Shunryu Suzuki Zen is deceptively simple – beneath each supposed paradox is a simple truth waiting to be discovered. We don’t have to look; we … read more

To be grounded means you feel steady and centered, both in mind and body. You are like a tree: stable and strong in your foundations. You might get a little shaken up every now and then, but you regai … read more