Yoga is about much more than twisting yourself into a pretzel — it’s an ancient discipline encompassing mind, body, and soul. The benefits can be worldly: a longer life, a strong, flexible body, a calm and focused mind, along with feelings of contentment and well-being. And beyond that, a connection with something greater than yourself,
Flicking from one thing to another, in search of cheap thrills but finding nothing satisfactory. Occasionally stumbling on something that fires off your emotions: a pinch of lust, a dash of anger, a touch of envy, a glimmer of hope… but the feeling evaporates as soon as it arrives and you are on to something
At the Yoga Palace, we often draw inspiration from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, a tiny ancient manuscript that’s inspired at least 2500 years worth of reflection and practice from Yogis, mystics, philosophers and academics alike. Patanjali defines Yoga as the “Stilling of the patterns of consciousness,” the art and science of gaining control of
Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, written at least 2,500 years ago—some say much earlier—are the most profound and influential work on the subject of Yoga. The Sutras contain many concepts familiar to those who have dabbled in Yoga philosophy, such as the Eight Limbs of Yoga. In just 196 short sentences, divided into four books, Patanjali offers
At The Yoga Palace retreat in Cambodia, we balance the practical and philosophical aspects of Yoga. While creating a safe and friendly environment where physical practice and meditation can naturally deepen, we also honor the ancient roots of this profound tradition. The following article explores how a regular Yoga practice offers opportunities to connect with
