These tiny black-brown-white seeds that irritatingly stick between our teeth come from the chia plant, which is a close relative of mint and is native mostly to Mexico and Guatemala. Even though they only became famous recently, they do exist since the Aztecs and Mayan period. In fact chia is the ancient Mayan word for strength. Chia seeds have the …
It was a difficult summer for me, my father left for his last journey. We were really close and as much as I had prepared myself for a situation like this, the sadness and the pain is something you can’t avoid. It is only natural that our parents will go one day, and it doesn’t matter how many people you …
Before you start to meditate you first need to find your posture. There are 4 main postures for yogic meditation that fit all the requirements. (Virasana, Svastikasana, Siddhasana & Padmasana) The first pose one should become adept with is Virasana, the Hero’s posture. It is an excellent introductory posture, which through daily practice will elongate the quadriceps and because of …
Unless you are a person born in a Country where nobody uses chairs or you did practice yoga since you were a child, sitting directly on the ground will probably make you feel uncomfortable and after a few minutes you will either be slouching or your back will be sending signals of pain which will compromise your concentration and the …
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali is an ancient text of 196 sutras (short aphoristic statements) which is dated around 400b.c. and gives the practices of the philosophical system of yoga; it is basically the root of this practice. A lot of people studied, translated, commented on this great text and it continues to be in the foreground till today after …
A well-balanced meal is full of protein, carbohydrates, and good quality fats that will keep you full for 4-5 hours till your next meal. You will need: 1 Tofu Block. 2 Cups Chopped Mushrooms. 1 Cup Chopped Cherry Tomatoes. 1/2 Tsp Paprika. 1/2 Tsp Turmeric. 1 Tbsp Mustard. 2 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast. Salt, Pepper. 1 Tbsp Olive Oil For Your …
In the centre of a colourful crowd, who smiles, yells, cuddles up, takes selfies, jogs to keep their legs warm; I am waiting for the gunshot and the race to start. I feel that I won’t be able to hear it because of the noise and my anxiety. The loud music on the speakers and the words of the race …
The sister science of yoga, Ayurveda, is a healing system that brings together basic principles of physiology, emotional state, and spiritual vision and brings them to the world. It is the art of everyday life that has evolved through practical, philosophical and spiritual enlightenment, always keeping its roots in the understanding of creation. Presented for 5,000 years in the sacred …
Our relationship with Gregor Maehle started with his books. First, we read the classic black book for the primary series & the analysis of the Yoga Sutras, and the journey had just begun… We started reading it with passion and we continued with the rest of the four books. Almost every night we used to discuss with ecstasy on the …
BBQ is always a good idea and a nice opportunity for friends and family to come together. From the moment you start making the bbq shopping list, you can think about your vegetarian or vegan friends. There are more than a few at every party. You can prepare for them skewers with tofu and vegetables or with mastelo cheese and …
