Hatha Yoga PEACOCK - MAYURASANA - All levels - This pose resembles a peacock with feathers spread behind when the pose is practiced in its final position with extended legs. Described first is the beginner stage to get started with developing the necessary balance and strength in the wrists, arms, legs and body. Once this stage has been practised enough to proceed further, then continue to intermediate and final pose. Begin by kneeling on the mat with knees wide apart. Sit between heels. Hold your arms in front with bent elbows, keeping elbows and [...]

Vegetarian Cuisine APPLE CRUMBLE A healthy satisfying topping on this favourite and easy to prepare desert, plus an unusual addition of fresh ginger makes for a delicious apple desert. Can be served with a sorbet, yoghurt or a custard, such as the Cornmeal Custard* recipe below. Serves 8 – 12 FILLING: 8 apples sliced 2/3 cup raisins (optional) 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root TOPPING: 2 1/2 cups rolled oats or granola 1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup butter or margarine [...]

Sivananda World News: The Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Zentrum, Berlin, Germany Om Namah Sivaya. January started in full swing. Students seemed to be full of new year’s resolves there were many people calling, sending emails or coming to the Centre for information of courses. The first Yoga 1 this year started on Wednesdays with a good group of students. The weekend cooking course was also well visited. One Sunday many people came for the Open House, all activities were well received, people booked for courses and bought cards for the open [...]

Sivananda World News: The Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Ashrams Sivananda Ashram Yoga Camp, Sivananda Headquarters, Val Morin, Quebec, Canada Om Namah Sivaya from the Yoga Camp! During mid-January we welcomed guests back to the Ashram after the staff Sadhana week. Things were back in full swing quickly. Guests enjoyed activities such as snow shoeing, asana and meditation coaching, bread making, a visit to Samadhi Estate, a documentary called “Water has Memory” and talks on practical and philosophical aspects of yoga in a casual and relaxed setting. Over the weekend Chandrika and Parimala ran the program [...]

Sivananda Yoga FAQ Q 1: What are the marks of spiritual progress? A: Peace, cheerfulness, contentment, dispassion, fearlessness and an unperturbed state of mind under all conditions indicate that you are advancing in the spiritual path. Spiritual progress is not measured by Siddhis or powers, but only by the depth of your bliss in meditation. These are sure tests of your spiritual progress: • Is your interest in inner spiritual activity and outer Sadhana increasing day after day? • Does spiritual life mean to your consciousness a matter of great delight, a delight far [...]

Gurugram February 2015 | Preface Blessed Self, Om Namah Sivaya, Blessed Selves, The New Year started in a very positive way in the entire Organization. Most notable was the EBM visit to Madurai Ashram for Indian Directors and Trustee meeting, it was a joyous and inspiring occasion with EBM’s first time visiting the Ashram, appreciating the calm and serenity of the facilities and location. Sivananda Organization India’s Directors and Trustees were very inspired with EBM presence and hearing their new direction for India, wanting to help more poor people in India, in addition, to [...]