Prepare a cup of warm Tulsi tea, grab a cozy blanket, and let us embark on a journey to get acquainted with the Holy basil, or ‘the incomparable one’ (the Sanskrit meaning of the word Tulsi). Tulsi or Holy Basil is a fragrant herb that finds frequent and abundant use across many regions worldwide. The…
Back pain is a common disorder that people of varied age groups are likely to experience. Back pain causes may range from the wrong posture to old injuries or a simple sprain to mental stress. Regardless, back pain should not be neglected and requires prompt attention. A visit with a physician, a physical therapist, or…
When we think ‘elderly,’ we immediately picture a kind-faced man or woman with grey hair tending to their potted plants, spending time with the grandkids, or reminiscing their youth. Old age is so much more than just living out your retirement days. People spend the better years of their lives earning a decent livelihood to…
What Is Ahimsa? Ahimsa means ‘absence of injury’ in the Sanskrit language. However, the word Ahimsa is more commonly associated with the practice of non-violence. Non-violence is seemingly insignificant, but it goes a long way in leading a better and more productive lifestyle. The below verse from the Bhagawad Gita lists the essential qualities every…
Lord Shiva: The Adiyogi Adinath, Maha Yogi, Yogeshwar, and Adiyogi are some of the many names of Lord Shiva. Numerous legends and mysteries surround Lord Shiva, the all-powerful Hindu deity many people worship. He is the part of the Trinity, along with Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu, that controls the cosmic universe. Lord Shiva is…
Ashtanga, meaning ‘eight limbs,’ is an ancient concept that Maharishi Patanjali laid out to explain the factors that constitute an essential part of Yoga. Yoga is one of the best holistic disciplines that have a profound positive effect on the overall health of human beings. Yoga has garnered a lot of fame and has changed…
Asceticism is a discipline that involves a departure from most of the worldly and material pleasures and resigning to a simple lifestyle. The main aim of pursuing ascetic living is to achieve one’s spiritual or religious goals. Asceticism is inclusive and does not discriminate based on religion, caste, gender, or other factors. Ascetic living comes…
Yoga for Kids Development Children are like wet clay, you can shape their lives the way you want with adequate nurturing and care. Yoga is a great way to channelize the enthusiasm and energy that young kids are always full of. It is a powerful tool to ensure a healthier future for your little ones.…
The 17th verse of the 6th chapter from the Bhagavad Gita preaches the importance of healthy eating habits and a balanced lifestyle. The verse further states that he who follows these practices and indulges in Yoga can nullify all sorrows and live in peace. Here is how the verse goes. yuktāhāra-vihārasya yukta-cheṣhṭasya karmasu yukta-svapnāvabodhasya yogo…
The socio-cultural development in the Indian subcontinent dates back to as early as the dawn of civilization. Therefore certain traditions have taken deep roots into the thoughts and ideology of the people living there. One such traditional practice is Garbha Sanskar, which attempts to make the journey of pregnancy easier and happier while nurturing the…