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I’m Jilly Shipway, author of the Yoga through the stars book, and in this article I will share with you how a deep dive into the symbolism of the Aquarius zodiac sign can nourish and nurture both your idealism and your yoga practice. And remember that these practices are for everyone, not just Aquarians. The […]
Published on February 4, 2026 1:27 PM Yoga diary‘s archive series is a curated collection of articles originally published in earlier issues dating back to 1975. This article first appeared in the July-August 1984 issue of Yoga diary. The headstand (Sirsasana) is often called the ‘king of poses’ because of the many benefits it offers. […]
Published on February 4, 2026 12:46 PM When you experience anxiety, it’s as if your body is here in the present, feeling all your emotions in technicolor, while your mind races a million miles ahead into an imaginary future. In other words, it’s not pleasant. Anxiety disorders affect more than 40 million adults in the […]
It was liberating – and more than a little scary. (Photo: Karolina Grabowska | Pexels) Published on February 4, 2026 12:05 PM Yoga books? I gave all mine away. “Ouch,” I thought as I dropped them off at the school where I taught. Heavy yoga teacher training binder? I scanned some pages. Then I threw […]
Today we are talking about breastfeeding; a topic that I know will be supportive to many of you. What I like about this talk is that my guest provides practical, accessible guidance and helps explain how the mechanisms of breastfeeding actually work. Whether you’re preparing, navigating, or just want to better understand the process, this […]
I have often seen students come to the mat with tension, worry or fatigue. Within a few minutes of connecting to their breathing, their posture softens, their faces relax, and a sense of ease begins to settle. The breath is the first door we open to relaxation, presence and self-awareness. The breath also teaches patience […]
With enough practice, you can expand the scope of this exercise to cover the mood of the mind. For example, notice the pulsating urge to get a pizza before the store closes or the emergence of negative thoughts toward other people. Once you are adept at noting your moods, return to your body and observe […]
Published on February 3, 2026 5:55 am Let’s be honest: you probably spend hours of the day slightly hunched over. All that sitting, strolling, and screen time can leave your back stiff and exhausted. Yin yoga can help. You gently move your spine through all its ranges of motion (extension, flexion, side bend, and gentle […]
Updated January 31, 2026 1:03 PM If you’re anything like me, your shoulders are where you hold the most tension and tension. So if you’re experiencing stiffness here, especially in the morning, let me tell you. The following shoulder exercises are mainly aimed at relieving your upper body. They include a bit of twisting, a […]
