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The Eight Limbs of Yoga: Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi
Yoga Sutra 3.3 “tad eva artha matra nirbhasam svarupa shunyam iva samadhih” Last month we explored the fifth limb: Pratyahara. This month, we move on to the last three limbs: Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi. We bucket the last three limbs together into one,…
The Eight Limbs of Yoga: Pratyahara
Yoga Sutra 2.55 “tatah parama vashyata indriyanam“ Last month we explored the fourth limb: Pranayama. This month, we move on to the fifth limb: Pratyahara. Pratyahara is the action of turning in, and simultaneously mastering the quieting of the mind. By reducing…
The Eight Limbs of Yoga: Pranayama
Yoga Sutra 2.49 “tasmin sati shvasa prashvsayoh gati vichchhedah pranayamah” Last month we explored the third limb: Asana. This month, we move on to the fourth limb: Pranayama. Pranayama is breath work. It is said that engaging in Pranayama allows us to clear…
The Eight Limbs of Yoga: Asana
Yoga Sutra 2.46 “sthira sukham asanam” Last month we explored the second limb: Niyamas. This month, we move on to the third limb: Asana. Asana is the physical practice of yoga. It is said that the reason why we practice each posture, and…
OYO Sequence Series: Mental Focus & Balance
Ever feel tired and unable to focus? Especially around 2-3P? Yep. Us too. That’s why we created this awesome sequence for Mental Focus and Balance. It’s the perfect alternative to that afternoon cup of coffee. Not only does it help…
Happy 2 Year Anniversary!
Teacher Feature: Brandi Zorzy! Happy 2 year anniversary to this babe!! Brandi Zorzy was one of our very first Office Yoga® teachers. She has been by our side, growing with and supporting the business. She travels the world, sharing her…
Choosing a Focus
Dharana Dharana is defined as “keeping the attention on a single place.” Use viveka (discernment) to choose carefully and wisely so that it means something to you. This can be a physical object, a project at work, a new business…
The Benefits of Balance Poses
Balance poses are great poses to do in Office Yoga® for many reasons. Mainly, they have an immediate positive effect physically and mentally. Physically, balance poses require core strength and full body awareness. The entire body is engaged in a…
Office Yoga® Sequence
30-Minute Office Yoga® Sequence by Kerianna Krebushevski, Office Yoga® Teacher Trainee “No Sweat, No Change, No Stress” Office Yoga® Sequence Start in easy pose Inhale/exhale for 5 breaths, keep focus on the breath Inhale arms up, exhale twist to left…
A Mindful Worker is a Happier Worker
A Mindful Worker is a Happier Worker Research from Harvard Medical School shows the benefits of meditation and mindfulness increase well being of employees. Below is an excerpt from the article, read full article here. “Mindfulness involves bringing our attention…
Choosing a Focus
Choosing a Focus (Dharana) Dharana is defined as “keeping the attention on a single place.” This is incredibly important when in a work environment. So often we get side tracked by conversations or pulled into other projects and lose our focus…