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The latest Boston yoga news, events and conversation all in one place! Asana Boston, holding space for the yoga community since 2013. I love coming to my mat.
I love the people and the studios, the variety of teachers and students, and what yoga has brought to my life. It’s truly been a gift. But (and isn’t there always a but?) the Greater Boston yoga community can at times feel a bit disconnected. Each studio and each instructor has her or his own newsletter and site. What’s going on where and with who, when? That’s exactly what I’d like to know! And t
Thoughts on this, students and teachers? I had a request to teach the exact same class this coming Thursday that I taught today.
YOGA STUDENT QUESTION: How do we feel about instructors repeating the same class 2+ times each week?
![Please Don’t Touch Me – Trauma and Consent on the Mat](https://img5.findglocal.com/958/285/425365329582857.jpg)
How have you adjusted your teaching in light of possible trauma in students? How have you adjusted your practice?
Please Don’t Touch Me – Trauma and Consent on the Mat Today’s guest post comes from a student in the STL community who wishes to remain anonymous – her story is incredibly valuable and important. The impact of trauma, complex trauma, and P…
![Naked Yoga News Team Can't Stop Laughing News Blooper](https://img4.findglocal.com/858/647/2850535128586473.jpg)
"Not happy baby pose!"
Is this not the best thing you're viewing today?
Naked Yoga News Team Can't Stop Laughing News Blooper WATCH Best Kissing News Bloopers https://youtu.be/lKbWkBg4kPA
![TIMBo | Trauma Informed Mind Body Program](https://img3.findglocal.com/806/212/1125463008062126.jpg)
Yoga heals. Learn more about how and begin the healing process at Coolidge Corner Yoga - starts in two weeks!
http://coolidgeyoga.com/TIMBo
TIMBo | Trauma Informed Mind Body Program TIMBo combines yoga-like movements, breathing, meditation, & a workbook approach to explore the impact of emotions such as fear, guilt, shame, and grief.
![Boston’s Yoga For People Of Color Raises Questions About Inclusiveness](https://img4.findglocal.com/988/781/780041139887812.jpg)
THIS!
Boston’s Yoga For People Of Color Raises Questions About Inclusiveness The practice of yoga in the U.S. has faced criticism for appealing to a narrow set of people -- specifically young, thin, white females.
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Yoga and the older adult ...
Yoga Ranked the Most Effective Depression & Anxiety Healer in Older Adults While stepping into a yoga class may feel like unfamiliar territory for adults 60 plus, it ma...
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Looking for a way to make a difference on ?
Today is a momentous day of giving! Let’s make it a slam dunk in helping young women across the country who are suffering from the unhealthy consequences of physical inactivity and an unrealistic standard of beauty. Consider donating to any one (or all three!) of our incredible partner organizations at http://www.movemeantfoundation.com/giving-tuesday/
cc: Duchess Ride., Wendy Suzuki,
![Getting Started: Yoga at Home](https://img4.findglocal.com/259/797/653721162597978.jpg)
This but with cats and dogs ...
Getting Started: Yoga at Home This book provides the inspiration and practical information to start, and maintain, an at-home practice.
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Excellent ideas!! Happy Thanksgiving to all you turkeys 🦃
In gratitude to all of you—teachers and students who inspire us everyday. Happy Thanksgiving!
![University yoga class canceled because of ‘oppression, cultural genocide’](https://img4.findglocal.com/894/650/333634108946504.jpg)
But what is the REAL issue here?
University yoga class canceled because of ‘oppression, cultural genocide’ It's "just stretching," the class's teacher said.
The Tuesday Tickler ...
![Stop Tucking Your Tailbone](https://img3.findglocal.com/711/545/1104603287115456.jpg)
Truth!!! Teachers, how do you cue the subtle maneuver?
Stop Tucking Your Tailbone Go ahead, stick out your butt and wag your tail. It's really good for your spine.
![Practical Magic: Yerba Mate - The Drink of the Gods](https://img4.findglocal.com/787/605/1791286197876050.jpg)
Practical Magic: Yerba Mate - The Drink of the Gods Yerba Mate - The Drink of the GodsName: Yerba MateMost Commonly Found: Yerba mate...
I get more compliments on my Crane & Lion apparel in class than any other I wear. And now you can check them out in a brick & mortar locale. Dec 3, see you there.
![Bhishmasana (Bed of Arrows Pose)](https://img3.findglocal.com/612/715/784314656127158.jpg)
um ..... a little help with block placement, please?
https://yogainternational.com/article/view/bhishmasana-bed-of-arrows-pose?utm_content=buffer98bd5&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer
Bhishmasana (Bed of Arrows Pose) A variation on shavasana to help you create a sense of lightness in your body and support your heart (both physically and emotionally).
![WELCOME](https://img5.findglocal.com/107/294/510543281072949.jpg)
Mello Mae Yoga Mats - anyone know about these folks?
http://www.mellomae.com/
WELCOME An online health and wellness community for creating a healthy, inspired life.
![Eight Benefits of Hot Yoga](https://img4.findglocal.com/964/342/621677559643428.jpg)
Hot or not? 85F is awesome. You?
Eight Benefits of Hot Yoga It's no secret that Hot Yoga is popular.Celebrities, royalty and athletes are flocking ...
![Mass.-made yoga apparel and accessories.](https://img3.findglocal.com/516/943/1055445025169439.jpg)
Get yourself there. Support local manufacturing. And look great doing it.
(and p.s. love the fit and feel of the capris)
![5 Ways To Practice Compassion To Boost Happiness | Spirituality](https://img4.findglocal.com/701/801/1169527417018011.jpg)
A Hump Day reminder ...
5 Ways To Practice Compassion To Boost Happiness | Spirituality Compassion is an essential skill that can be improved over time to transform your life and increase your happiness.
![December Dash to Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica with Ame Wren & Brenna Matthews « Ame Wren Yoga](https://img5.findglocal.com/153/474/600729921534744.jpg)
Give yourself a holiday present. Join Boston yogis Ame Wren Yoga and Brenna Matthews for a December Dash to Nicoya Penninsula, Costa Rica.
http://www.amewren.com/retreats/december-dash-to-costa-rica-with-ame-wren-brenna-matthews?utm_source=Ame+Wren+Yoga&utm_campaign=fd90ca74ed-December_Dash_to_Costa_Rica&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_54d59dbcfd-fd90ca74ed-95479753
December Dash to Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica with Ame Wren & Brenna Matthews « Ame Wren Yoga December Dash to Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica with Ame Wren & Brenna Matthews
![J. Brown's Yoga Video](https://img4.findglocal.com/436/788/443952674367883.jpg)
Nice shout-out to local yogi Ryan Cunningham Yoga by the Slow Yoga revolutionary J Brown Yoga!
J. Brown's Yoga Video A deeply breath-centered, therapeutic yoga practice, geared towards well-being, intimacy with self, and lessening of pain. In that way, it truly is for anyone. Whether you are a complete beginner or an advanced practitioner. You are in the right place. Take a breather with J. Brown, in this singular…
![Research: Yoga Shown to Boost Brain Power in Older Adults](https://img5.findglocal.com/970/572/1373703699705725.jpg)
I can see your future. It's looking pretty awesome.
Research: Yoga Shown to Boost Brain Power in Older Adults The research, published in The Journals of Gerontology Series: Biological Sciences and M...
Well this is different:
http://pss.sagepub.com/content/early/2015/09/03/0956797615593705.abstract
Increased False-Memory Susceptibility After Mindfulness Meditation Author Contributions The initial study concept came from B. M. Wilson and was developed by all authors. B. M. Wilson analyzed the data, and L. Mickes contributed to the data analysis. B. M. Wilson drafted the manuscript, and L. Mickes, S. Stolarz-Fantino, and E. Fantino edited it. All authors approv…
![The Brutal Economics of Being a Yoga Teacher](https://img3.findglocal.com/288/994/490624692889941.jpg)
Makes you want to leave a tip jar, doesn't it?
The Brutal Economics of Being a Yoga Teacher Yoga is a growing industry, but it's getting harder to make a living.
![BREAKING NEWS: Rejection of Bikram Copyright Case Upheld | Yoga Alliance](https://img3.findglocal.com/422/456/802644204224568.jpg)
Pose in any sequence you want - you're not infringing on anyone's copyright.
https://www.yogaalliance.org/Learn/Article_Archive/BREAKING_NEWS_Rejection_of_Bikram_Copyright_Case_Upheld
BREAKING NEWS: Rejection of Bikram Copyright Case Upheld | Yoga Alliance
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![Creating and Re-creating Ourselves: The Yoga of Activism](https://img5.findglocal.com/272/681/489235392726817.jpg)
"Westerners who believe in karma...can say that actually to help someone would be to interfere with something they have to 'work out for themselves.’ What an evasion and betrayal of our humanity! Perhaps it is just as likely that it is our karma to find a way to help."
Creating and Re-creating Ourselves: The Yoga of Activism Many of the great spiritual masters have lived and taught activism as partner to spiritual practice. Are we learning?