Satya, as one of the five Yamas, means "Truthfulness." At Rasa Yoga, we've been exploring the stages of Community — in the Leadership Development workshop and beyond — and it's been on my mind a lot lately. The first stage of any community is pseudo-community: everyone is pleasant, polite, and non-offensive. That sounds lovely, right? Why mess with a good thing? The problem is, pseudo-community doesn't hold. Over time it tends to dissolve into chaos, then emptiness. But if yo

The Yamas are five ethical observances that guide how we relate to others and ourselves: ahimsa (non-harming), satya (truthfulness), asteya (non-stealing), brahmacharya (cultivating supreme consciousness), and aparigraha (non-grasping). As taught by Patanjali and expanded upon by Padmaji, these are the “Great Vows,” timeless principles that help us recognize where our life force leaks and lovingly redirect our energy toward wholeness. Ahimsa, non-harming, has brought profound

I'm from Ohio originally but I spent the first ten years of my yoga practice at my hOMe studio in Texas. One of the most challenging times in my practice came right after we moved. Not long after we moved from Texas to Ohio, life felt like it was spinning faster than I could keep up. I had a 3-year-old, a newborn, and we had just bought a new house. My husband had started a new job, and everything was new and foreign. Routine? Out the door. Sleep? Nonexistent. My practice? Un

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At the beginning of every year, I sit down with a fresh page and an open heart. I write out my goals — not just resolutions, but...

Lately, in class, I’ve been sharing from the Yoga Sutras, one of the foundational texts of yoga, and reflecting on what yoga truly is. In many spaces, yoga is often equated solely with the physical postures (asana). While yoga is an incredible tool for mobility, strength, and balance, it offers so much more—if you are open to receiving it. The word yoga means to yoke—to bring together, to unify, to reconcile opposites. When practiced in its fullest sense, yoga isn’t just abou

At our yoga studio, the mornings start early—6 a.m. to be exact, with a group of great teachers-Geni, Tara & Agnes leading our sunrise...

There’s something undeniably magical about the early morning hours. The world is quiet, the air is fresh, and a sense of stillness...

One of the most profound benefits of my yoga practice has been the ability to recognize when my mind is trapped in dual thinking. This...

Discover how setting an intention in yoga can transform your practice—and why you don’t need one to still experience profound benefits.

Ever think, "I'm not sure if I'll ever get this done"? Maybe your to-do list is long, and time seems short.

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In today's digital age, it's easy to ask yourself, "Why do I need to attend yoga classes in person when I can access them online for free...

Consistency is key, and here’s my number one tip...

Rewind to 2010. I had a hip injury and was in a lot of pain from running and standing all day.

Taught by my mentor, Gracie Alcocer. Commentary by me :) While this list is not exhaustive, it will help you if you would like to live your life in the least masterful way. Sometimes we know what we want by knowing what we don't want first. Compare yourself to others. How else will you know your value? Assume that you know-better and defend yourself. Assume you understand what is happening in the world and with other people's lives. Only train when you feel like it. Don't