

The 5 Benefits of Restorative Yoga
When we see restorative yoga on the schedule at our yoga studio, we think that it is for yogis with physical issues or for older adults. Restorative yoga benefits all yogis, whether a seasoned practitioner, a novice, or mature adult. It is an essential part of a balanced yoga practice. If we are a dedicated ashtanga yoga practitioner (an ashtanga yogi practices a prescribed set of poses), or a vinyasa yogi, we need to slow down and do a restorative class to balance our body,


Does Yoga detoxify the Body, Mind, and Spirit?
We have all seen yoga classes labeled "Detox Yoga." We assume that if we take that workshop or class we will remove toxins from our bodies. While this may be true, when we do a detox yoga practice it also effects our spirit and mind. Any unwanted or damaging thoughts can be released through a yoga practice focused on letting go. It is our intention that makes the practice effective. When we detoxify our body our spirit and mind follow. After we take a detox yoga class some of


The Difference between Organized Religion and and the True Spiritual Seeker
By Carmela Cattuti, author of Between the Cracks: one woman’s journey from Sicily to America There are countless differences between organized religion and the true spiritual seeker. In this brief article, I will highlight what I feel are the major distinctions. Every organized religion on planet earth proclaim that if we follow their three R’s, rules, regulations, and rituals, we will be on the fast track to heaven. If we follow their principles, then we will be saved. Organ