The word Nidra means sleep in Sanskrit. When combined with the word yoga, it represents a paradox— Yoga Nidra is an invitation to awaken.

The word “metta” is a Pali word that loosely translates as “loving kindness.” Compassion comes from within. We can never truly love others until we practice that emotion towards ourselves. Metta is a form of Buddhist Meditation that focuses on selfless love.

Ahimsa means practicing kindness to all living things– to ourselves, to others and to animals in our every thought and every action.

Brahmacharya is the practice of moderation but it has so many layer….

Though this seems self-explanatory, Asteya is more than refraining from stealing.

The Yamas (Conduct and Restraints) are considered the foundation for those following the path of yoga. They are universal enough to be attempted by anyone, yoga practitioner or not.