Saraswati | Sarasvatī | सरस्वती

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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

Practicing Ashtanga with Saraswathi Jois

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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

Day 48 of Ashtanga Practice (Last Day)

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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

The Wanderer, Part 15

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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

The Wanderer, Part 14

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This story can be read alone, or as the 14th section of the wanderer story. Please see the first story here: The Wanderer, Part 1 or the latest story here: The Wanderer, Part 13 Tas woke to find himself surrounded by dark shadows. He was alone, but he didn’t know where. He found a path down to a … Read more

Letting Ego Go

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The ego is a concept used to describe consciousness, made famous by Sigmund Freud and used consistently in religion to talk about the principles of “reality” and the functioning of the mind. The ego is an illusion, ultimately it does not exist outside of your own head. There are three primary reasons for the existence … Read more