Sharath Jois is the grandson of late Ashtanga yoga guru Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, or Guruji. Since his grandfather’s passing in 2009, Sharath has stepped into the role of teaching and guiding a global…
Monthly Archives: January 2019
Sharath Jois on Why Too Much Asana Is Never Good
Yoga is natural and it’s a process that occurs over time. Asana, on the other hand, does not happen naturally. To be effective in yoga, it requires learning a method. Both take time, like…
Sharath’s New Book, Ageless, Is a Timeless Take on Approaching Life with Vision
Long ago, when I started my first job in finance, the founder of the company had just written a book, sharing with the world his philosophies on career, life and giving back. Within a…
How to Meditate Anywhere (Even While Waiting in Line)
At this point, with everything that we know about the benefits of meditation, most people would probably agree that picking up this daily habit is a good idea. A clearer mind, more emotional stability,…
Should You Try a Panchakarma Detox?
As Ayurvedic medicine becomes more popular and well-known in North America, more people are talking about the various Ayurvedic treatments they’ve tried. One of them that’s currently getting a lot of buzz is called…
A 15-Minute Guided Meditation for Times of Transition and Change
You got married. You got fired. You graduated. You had a baby. You moved. You survived an illness. We’re all dealing with some form of change all of the time. And while a greeting…
10 Books that Will Help You Find Peace of Mind This Year
At the start of the year, many of us are looking for clear, irrefutable wisdom that we can call upon at any given moment and know it will make a difference to us. Hundreds…
A Mindful Approach to Your New Year’s Resolutions
Dear John, Can mindfulness techniques or a meditation practice help me achieve my goals in the new year? Sincerely, Resolute Dear Resolute, This is such a meaningful and timely topic. I am a…
32 Meal and Snack Recipes for Clean Eating
If you’re looking for some clean eating inspiration to jumpstart your healthy efforts, consider these 32 recipes your cookbook for well-being. Each breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack includes some of the 8 superfoods recommended…
8 Must-Eat Foods for a Balanced Diet
We’re all about balance and moderation here at Sonima. When it comes to health, we believe our bodies are fully capable of functioning optimally when we are loving and gentle with ourselves. So, as…
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