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Ensō – The Art of the Zen Buddhist Circle

While surfing the web tonight I came across a magnificently simple Zen image that transfixed my mind. Of course I've seen ensō before (Zen circles)--kind of hard to miss since I live in Japan--but tonight the image apparently worked its enlightening effect upon me. It took me by surprise. According to Audrey Yoshiko Seo, author of Ensō: Zen Circles of Enlightenment: "Zen circles, ensō, are symbols of teaching, reality, enlightenment, and a myriad of things in between. Seemingly perfect in … [Read more...] about Ensō – The Art of the Zen Buddhist Circle

Meditation for Geeks

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A Sucker for Really Cool Yoga Art

Blending history with a dash of yogic humor, Boonchu Tanti's Ashtanga yoga illustrations capture the essence of the joy and playfulness of yoga. … [Read more...] about A Sucker for Really Cool Yoga Art

Ever Wonder What a Typical Morning in Mysore is Like for an Ashtanga Yoga Freak?

Study this little piece of yogic art and you'll get the idea. Infographic by Boonchu Tanti; Edited by Leena Kinger … [Read more...] about Ever Wonder What a Typical Morning in Mysore is Like for an Ashtanga Yoga Freak?

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What’s Your Yoga Style? (Totally Updated with Yoga Links Galore!)

This little chart from Alison Hinks just might lead you to the yoga promised land. To help in navigating the maze, here are links to the "official" websites for each style as well as a few helpful books or DVDs. Viniyoga American Viniyoga Institute (Website) Yoga for Wellness: Healing with the Timeless Teachings of Viniyoga by Gary Kraftsow (Book) Viniyoga Therapy for the Low Back, Sacrum & Hips with Gary Kraftsow (DVD) Integrative Yoga Therapy Integrative Yoga … [Read more...] about What’s Your Yoga Style? (Totally Updated with Yoga Links Galore!)