The element Ether, called “Akasha” in Sanskrit, is the first of the great five elements (pancha Mahabhutas). Often referred to as “Space” it is the essence of the emptiness or omnipresence which "pervades everything". It is everywhere. Ether is a part of all other...

Air is existence without a form. In Ayurveda, the element Air or “Vayu” in Sanskrit, is considered to be the source of all animation. You cannot see Air but you can feel it and be affected by it. Air alone moves everything. Any time there is motion, it means that the...

Thank you to Anouk Aoun Wendel for this very inspiring picture of her practice! Her relaxed smile in this binding asana reminds me, however my intentions and actions, I ought to surrender and trust. I dont need to hammer through, I shall not use pressure, neither...

Earth represents a solid state of matter and has a firm, permanent nature. Earth is considered a stable substance.

"Everything is shown up by being exposed to the Light And whatever is exposed to the Light, itself becomes Light” St-Paul The Sun is the principal source of energy and light for our Earth. The uniqueness of fire, or ‘Pitta’ as it is known in Sanskrit, is its...