Tag Archives: chakras

My Chakras / My Asanas

Posted on 05/30/2014 by paulefallon

Specific yoga poses draw from, and contribute to, how the seven chakras exist within each of us. In theory, chakras strength and asana strength correlate.  I decided to investigate that in terms of my own practice. Consider the seven Chakras … Continue reading →

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Maslow and the Chakras

Posted on 05/22/2014 by paulefallon

Human nature strives for structure and understanding. In studying the seven chakras, which are thousands of years old, I’m struck by how Maslow’s Hierarchy of Need aligns with this ancient tradition.   First, consider the seven Chakras: 1. Muladhara – … Continue reading →

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Foot Chakras

Posted on 04/24/2014 by paulefallon

In honor of Earth Day our yoga instructor Maureen led a class that emphasized our connection to the earth.  We began in Toe Squat Pose. Toe Squat is a yin pose, and like most yin poses, it looks easy but … Continue reading →

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