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The Universe of Mudras – Part I

March 13, 2024 in , , /by

Mudras are gestures of the hands, face and body that promote physical health, psychological balance and spiritual awakening. The Sanskrit word mudra, which is pronounced “mudraa” with the emphasis on the final “a,” can be translated as “gesture, seal, attitude or signature.” Mudras are gestures that evoke psychological and spiritual attitudes, each with its own […]

How Yoga Practice Can Help Smokers Quit

October 4, 2023 in , /by

Smoking is a habit that is inextricably linked with one’s emotions, which is why many refer to it as a comfort craving. When the mind feels restless, uneasy, or anxious, reaching for a cigarette stick can be a form of self-soothing, so when the habit turns into an addiction, it isn’t easy to break. However, […]

Challenges and Tips for Freshly Graduated Yoga Teachers

October 4, 2023 in , /by

The Universe of Yoga, its challenges and opportunities for those who seek to earn a living from this millennial philosophy Starting a career as a yoga teacher can be challenging. From security to putting into practice everything you’ve learned, to financial sustainability. In this article, you will find tips and explore the trends of the […]

The Art and Science of Yoga Therapy and the Five Koshas

January 17, 2023 in /by

On February 26th, Joseph Le Page will be presenting the twelve-week course, the Art and Science of Yoga Therapy, for Inner Peace Yoga Therapy. “Within this course, we use the model of the Five Koshas, the five dimensions of our being as a framework for the theory and practice of Yoga Therapy. The objective of […]

5 Elements Meditation

August 24, 2022 in /by

Within the Yoga philosophy, all creation is composed of the FIVE elements: Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Space. Our bodies and minds are also composed of these FIVE elements. Each element is located in a specific area of the body and is also related to one or more body systems. Each element has a symbol, […]

Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras as a Journey of Healing

August 11, 2022 in /by

Understanding the Spiritual Essence of Yoga Therapy with Joseph LePage Meets live virtually weekly on Fridays from 8:30-11:30 AM Mountain Time September 23 – December 9, 2022 (12 week, 36-hour course) The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali is a key text of Yoga tradition. In 196 short aphorisms, we find a compilation of the essential philosophy, […]

The Sixteen Qualities of Authentic Being

March 24, 2022 in , , /by

Our true Being, purusha, is ultimately beyond all description because it is beyond the mind and the realm of prakriti. We can, however, gain a sense of our inner Being by recognizing and cultivating its essential qualities. These qualities are said to be sixteen which represents the number of petals of the throat chakra. 16 […]