andreja, Author at Mahasiddha Yoga

The Art of Togetherness: or How to become Truly Happy

HealthFebruary 12, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

This article gives a brief comparison between happiness seen from the perspective of the ego and happiness seen from the perspective of the heart. The former is there by default, widely spread and unconsciously followed by the majority of the population. The latter takes courage and teaches us to reach the true human level. The…

Know Thyself through Fasting

HealthFebruary 10, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Fasting has been practised for centuries all over the planet and is dearly appreciated by yogis. Uriel, a senior teacher at Mahasiddha Yoga, sums up some contemporary scientific research in this domain, the benefits of fasting, some challenges to look out for, and also talks us through his experience of a 14-day fast. Recent Research on the…

Don’t Bring Yoga into your Life – Bring Life into Yoga

SexualityFebruary 5, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

More and more people today are curious about yoga. They try a few classes here and there and it feels great! They become more enthusiastic and commit to weekly classes, but what comes after that? There is a schism between the reality of daily life and the way that we feel in the yoga class. …

Are Our Genitals Created in the Image of God?

SexualityJanuary 22, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Why are the genitals so often vilified? While other parts of the body—such as the heart and mind—are celebrated for their divine attributes, the lower parts are frequently shrouded in shame and silence. Throughout history and across many cultures, our genitals have been associated with sin, impurity, and moral weakness. This taboo is so deeply…

Who Am I? Exploring the Essence of Self-Realization

YogaJanuary 19, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Who am I? This question has puzzled humanity for centuries and has been explored by some of the greatest European philosophers—from Descartes to Kant. Many of us have encountered this question in school, perhaps we have even pondered it late at night. But while Western philosophy often approaches this question intellectually; Indian philosophy, through yoga and…

Who is Kali, the Hindu Goddess?

TantraJanuary 16, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

In many parts of India, Kali is both revered and feared. During the annual Kali Puja festival in Kolkata for example, the city is alive with devotion—streets glowing with flickering lamps, chants echoing in the air, and offerings piled high at makeshift shrines. You just have to talk to people to understand the awe–and oftentimes…