Mental State

Pause to Experience Awe

Pause to Experience Awe

Yoga can help you learn to become more aware of why you react the way you. Your practice supports leaning into the full human experience and enjoying being in the present movement and experience the fullness of life. Pausing to savor the experience of awe can take you outside of yourself and give you the opportunity to really experience living in the present moment.

The Five Hindrances

The Five Hindrances

The five hindrances are mental states that challenge our ability to be mindful and present. These hindrances include sensual desire, ill will, sloth, worry or restlessness, and doubt. Such mental states have a potent effect on the way we see and interact with the world. As the name suggests, these qualities hinder our ability to perform effectively and respond appropriately. The hindrances are not to be seen as obstacles, but rather a valuable opportunity for self-inquiry. To overcome our hindrances we must become mindfully aware of their presence so we can learn how to best navigate our own unique path to liberation.