Salutation to the Inner Sun

The Spiritual Meaning of Surya Namaskara The first time I practiced Surya Namaskara at dawn in Rishikesh, I remember being half-awake, still carrying the heaviness of sleep. My teacher simply said, “Salute the sun as you would salute a beloved friend.” That changed everything for me. From then on, it was no longer just stretching […]

Surya Namaskar Practice Guide: A Moving Prayer in 12 Steps

Flow through Surya Namaskar with breath and presence. A gentle guide to steps, rhythm, and the deeper gifts of this sun salutation. The First Time I Tried The first time I attempted Surya Namaskar, I was so focused on “getting it right” that I forgot to breathe. My arms were stiff, my back complained, and […]

Standing Still, Standing Strong: The Quiet Power of Standing Asanas

Some days, I think yoga begins the moment we stop moving. I remember once, after a hectic week, stepping into class late. Everyone else was already flowing, but my teacher caught my eye and simply mouthed: “Just stand.” So I did. Feet down, arms loose, breath shaky at first. And oddly enough — in that […]

Vajrasana: Sitting with the Thunderbolt

Discover Vajrasana — the thunderbolt pose. Support digestion, calm the mind, and awaken deeper stillness through this simple practice. The First Time I Tried Vajrasana I’ll be honest — the first time I sat in Vajrasana, I didn’t feel “spiritual.” I felt my ankles ache, my knees complain, and my mind wonder, how long do […]

Meditation Asanas:Finding the seat That Holds You

Gentle guide to meditation asanas — Sukhasana, Padmasana, Vajrasana + props, research-backed benefits, and practical tweaks for beginners. I used to think meditation was just about closing the eyes and “going in.” Easy enough, right? But the moment I sat down, reality hit — knees aching, spine slumping, mind screaming, “when will this be over?” […]

Quieting the Mind: Relaxation Asanas for the Days We Need to Let Go

Gentle yoga poses to soften stress and invite calm—simple relaxation asanas for everyday life. When the Mind Won’t Quiet Not long ago, I caught myself lying awake at midnight—body tired, mind racing. I’d scrolled through emails, replayed conversations, even thought about what to cook the next day. My body wanted rest, but my nervous system […]

Gentle Eye Yoga for Screen Fatigue: Relax, Restore & See Clearly

Simple eye yoga exercises to ease screen strain, soothe dry eyes, and bring clarity—gentle daily rituals for busy yoginis I sat with my tea, tapping the last email closed, and noticed how the edges of the world felt a little fuzzy—like someone had softened the lens of my day. My throat wanted to complain, my […]

A Gentle Guide to the Pawanmuktasana Series

When travelers arrive in Rishikesh, they often come with big dreams of yoga. Some want headstands by the Ganga, others imagine long meditations in caves, and a few just want to stretch their stiff bodies after weeks of buses and trains. At Prakruti Yogashala, I’ve met them all. And yet, no matter where someone begins, […]

Shakti Bandha Yoga – Unlocking Gentle Energy Flow

Shakti Bandha Yoga – Gentle Energy Flow Discover Shakti Bandha yoga—a simple, nourishing practice from the Pawanmuktasana series that eases energy blocks and awakens vitality. Some yoga practices feel less like exercise and more like rediscovery. One day, I’m guiding a group through “rowing the boat,” and laughter bubbles up—grownups pretending to row on mats. […]

Pawanmuktasana Series Part 2 – Yoga for Digestion & Abdominal Ease

Gentle abdominal asanas that soothe bloating and support gut health. Discover Pawanmuktasana Part 2 for daily relief. The Belly Knows Have you ever noticed how the belly speaks before the mind? A knot before a tough conversation… or that floating lightness after laughter. Mine used to complain loudly—bloating after random meals, restless nights, the works. […]