Author Archives: eastsideyoga
Teacher Interview with Karlie Lemos
Please welcome Karlie Lemos to the EastSide Yoga Community! Karlie first discovered her yoga practice in 1998 and completed her 200 hour Hatha teacher training in 2005. Karlie went on to complete her 500 hour certification at the San Marcos … Continue reading
Teacher Interview with Jessica Steinbomer
Jessica’s teaching style has a foundation in traditional yogic philosophy mixed with an authentic flavor of modern wisdom. The blending of ancient traditions with western understandings is an interest of hers, and shines through in her classes. In class, you’ll … Continue reading
The state of Ahimsa – Developing Harmlessness
In Patanjali’s Eight-Fold exposition on the path to enlightenment he succinctly states the stages all seekers must go through to realize the Self, the goal of all Yoga. The first stage or limb of that journey in yogic development is … Continue reading
Teacher Interview with Janice Cotto
Born and raised in Austin, Texas, Janice Cotto began practicing yoga in 2009. She completed her 200-hour teacher training in 2013 and since then has expanded her education and commitment to sharing her experience with others. Janice currently teaches afternoon Hatha … Continue reading
Finding the Self – The true goal of Yoga
What is Yoga really all about? How can we realize the Self? what is the source of our suffering? and how can we transcend that suffering? These fundamental questions are answered succinctly in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, however the … Continue reading
Yoga Nidra Practice
Yoga nidra, or “conscious sleep” is a wonderful tool for deep relaxation. Here is a very short “nidra break” that you can try at home when you are feeling stressed or anxious. Make yourself comfortable, close your eyes, and give … Continue reading
The Sacred Celebration of Christmas
Beyond gift giving and receiving, beyond a plentiful feast there is a deeper purpose to the Christmas celebration. Discover the plenitude of love, gratitude and joy that is within you. Each human being has a wellspring of these pure attributes … Continue reading
Diwali – The festival of Light – A deeper understanding
Diwali “The Festival of Light” – A Deeper Understanding Diwali or the “Festival of Light” is joyously celebrated by millions around the word. In the modern times it becomes even more and more important to retain the ancient tradition and … Continue reading
Interview with Sri Dharma Pravartaka Acharya
This weekend ( Oct 18th/19th) Sri Dharma Pravartaka Acharya will visit ESY and offer a program on Bhakti Yoga – The Ocean of Bliss. For those yearning to go deeper into Yoga teachings or curious about this event this insightful … Continue reading
Karmic knots unbound
When considering our personal karma and life destiny it seems that all is beyond our control we are pushed and pulled in all directions as life events unfold. What is karma? How does it play a part in everyday life? … Continue reading