When I teach in Mysore, India, I see about 2,000 students over six months. On tour, I see twice as many people from all over the world. And not only old students come. There…
Monthly Archives: January 2017
A Meditation for Unity
Less than a week ago, millions of men, women and children gathered in all 50 states and around the globe to march for a number of worthy causes, including women’s health, immigrant rights, religious…
The Meditative Magic of Tristhāna in Ashtanga Yoga
When asked about the Ashtanga method that he taught, teacher K. Pattabhi Jois would often say, ‘This is not my yoga, this is the Ashtanga Yoga of Patanjali.’ Patanjali was a great Indian philosopher…
Why Does the Breath Heal?
Let’s say you’re in yoga class, and you’ve just discovered that part of your body is slightly less than zen. Perhaps your hamstrings sent you a high-pitched protest in Downward Facing Dog, or the…
Working with Strong Emotions
The morning after Election Day last November, I woke up devastated. I was on the losing side, which was particularly hard considering I had thought I was going to be on the winning side….
Reset Your Body with this Easy 5-Day Eating Plan
Every January, many people attempt a “detox” or “cleanse” to lose the holiday weight or just kick off the year with healthy habits. These fad diet plans, however, tend to be a bit inundating….
The Emerging Science of Gut Feelings
You’ve probably felt “butterflies” before a big presentation or a tight knot forming in your stomach after receiving really bad news. Recently, science has begun to unravel the fascinating biological explanations for why those…
The Secret to Manifesting Your Dreams This Year
At the start of every new year, many people take the time to reflect on what changes are needed to improve their lives. Some folks call these changes “resolutions,” while others spend time considering…
I Live a Healthy Life. Why Am I Still So Consumed with Negativity?
Dear Dr. Rettger, I’m a 65-year-old mother of two, grandmother of five, and wife of 44 years. I am very blessed and grateful for all that I’ve been given and had the opportunity to…
How to Make Peace with Your Faults (and Those Who Point Them Out)
Nobody’s perfect. We all have our faults, and most of us have gotten really good at hiding them where no one can see them. Yet when someone becomes even a little bit intimate with…
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