Over the past few months of practicing in a traditional ashtanga setting, in what many people consider to be ‘classical yoga’ with a guru, I have come to the conclusion that the idea of having a ‘guru’ or single appointed teacher is outdated. This is not to say that the old method of learning spiritual … Read more
This story is a part of a series. This is the 19th part of the Wanderer You can read the first story here: The Wanderer, Part 1 or the previous story here: The Wanderer, Part 18 Tas woke with a start. His body ached, he was so sore from the day before. His back hurt and his legs … Read more
Saraswathi is a Hindu goddess, part of the trinity with Lakshmi and Parvati; she is a representation of knowledge, music, arts, wisdom, and learning. The three forms of the female goddess assist Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahman their partners while they sustain the universe . The goddess is revered by Jains and Buddhists as well as Hindus. … Read more
This story can be read alone, or as the 18th section of the wanderer story. You can read the first story here: The Wanderer, Part 1 or the latest story here: The Wanderer, Part 17 Tas woke up slowly, rolling to his side to nurse his aching stomach. He slept soundly, but his body was stiff as … Read more
Last day of practice with Saraswathi was a sweet one. Can’t believe I’ve been in India over 2 month, holy shit! So grateful for an amazing experience! #guruselfie #ashtanga #yoga #india #saraswathi A photo posted by Elliot (@pada_yogi) on Mar 31, 2015 at 5:35am PDT Tuesday marked the final day of my practice at the … Read more
My last day of practicing yoga with Saraswathi Jois was on Tuesday, but I am very happy to continue moving. I am very happy with how the trip and Saraswathi have added to my practice, though it definitely evolved much differently than I expected. Ashtanga can be grueling at time. I think this is one … Read more
This story can be read alone, or as the 17th section of the wanderer story. You can read the first story here: The Wanderer, Part 1 or the latest story here: The Wanderer, Part 16 Tas woke up on a table in the middle of Fei’s chamber, his stomach was in agony and he could barely move … Read more
This story can be read alone, or as the 16th section of the wanderer story. You can read the first story here: The Wanderer, Part 1 or the latest story here: The Wanderer, Part 15 Tas slipped in and out of sleep throughout the entire morning ceremony. He felt like he hadn’t rested at all the night … Read more
This story can be read alone, or as the 15th section of the wanderer story. You can read the first story here: The Wanderer, Part 1 or the latest story here: The Wanderer, Part 14 Tas slowly ambled through a dark forest, he was lost. He didn’t know exactly where he was, but thought himself to be … Read more