8/22 Destination: Esalen Institute, Big Sur, California, USA

Why Don’t We Practice Ashtanga on Moon Days?

Practice Ashtanga on Moon Days? Why don’t we practice Ashtanga on Moon Days (Full Moon and New Moon)? You will find that traditional Ashtanga shalas and studios are closed on Moon Days because Moon Days present us with an opportunity to take a break from our asana practice and reflect on the natural, subtle changes we […]

11/21 Art: Ancient of Days by William Blake, 1794

Curing The Curse of Knowledge

How can you teach and share if you can’t communicate effectively? The Curse of Knowledge occurs when one forgets what it’s like not to know something. This presents a serious communication obstacle for leaders, educators, communicators, and lucid practitioners who wish to help others. Consider the yoga teacher who is teaching the first time student. […]