Asivana Yoga Blog

Abstract Thought Meditation

Abstract Thought Meditation

Jack Utermoehl

In our busy, goal-oriented world, meditation often provides a much-needed retreat, a place where we can explore the depths of our consciousness. For many, meditation is an entryway into a...

Abstract Thought Meditation

Jack Utermoehl

In our busy, goal-oriented world, meditation often provides a much-needed retreat, a place where we can explore the depths of our consciousness. For many, meditation is an entryway into a...

The Best Yoga Podcasts

The 11 Best Yoga Podcasts

Jack Utermoehl

Are you looking to deepen your yoga practice, learn more about its rich history, or find inspiration both on and off the mat? Our curated list of the best yoga podcasts...

The 11 Best Yoga Podcasts

Jack Utermoehl

Are you looking to deepen your yoga practice, learn more about its rich history, or find inspiration both on and off the mat? Our curated list of the best yoga podcasts...

Understanding the Kleshas

Understanding the Kleshas (Obstacles)

Jack Utermoehl

The kleshas are mental obstacles that block our experience of true peace and connection with our inner self. In the Yoga Sutras, Patanjali warns us of five primary obstacles—ignorance, egoism,...

Understanding the Kleshas (Obstacles)

Jack Utermoehl

The kleshas are mental obstacles that block our experience of true peace and connection with our inner self. In the Yoga Sutras, Patanjali warns us of five primary obstacles—ignorance, egoism,...

How to Apply to Teach at a Yoga Festival

How to Apply to Teach at a Yoga Festival

Jack Utermoehl

Teaching at a yoga festival is more than just an opportunity to lead a class; it’s a chance to amplify your influence and connect with a broader yoga community. Why...

How to Apply to Teach at a Yoga Festival

Jack Utermoehl

Teaching at a yoga festival is more than just an opportunity to lead a class; it’s a chance to amplify your influence and connect with a broader yoga community. Why...

5 Minute Meditations

5 Minute Meditations

Jack Utermoehl

You don’t need long, complicated practices to meditate effectively. A 5-minute meditation can fit seamlessly into your day, providing a quick yet powerful way to reset, calm the mind, and...

5 Minute Meditations

Jack Utermoehl

You don’t need long, complicated practices to meditate effectively. A 5-minute meditation can fit seamlessly into your day, providing a quick yet powerful way to reset, calm the mind, and...

Yoga and Christianity

Yoga and Christianity

Jack Utermoehl

Yoga, a practice that is typically known for its physical postures in the west but also has depth within meditation, philosophy, and spirituality, can be a controversial subject within Christian...

Yoga and Christianity

Jack Utermoehl

Yoga, a practice that is typically known for its physical postures in the west but also has depth within meditation, philosophy, and spirituality, can be a controversial subject within Christian...