Any Given Wednesday
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How does one manage the constant fluctuation of emotion? How do we start the day in fear and try to end in gratitude?
Shine On
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In one of our dharma talks, we were taught we need to accept where and who we are in this very moment in order to shine.
The Graduate – 2020
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I just completed my Ayurvedic Graduate Studies at The Maryland University of Integrative Health. Learn about my experience here.
The Koshas
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The definition of yoga is union of mind, body and spirit. The five koshas of the body are the foundation to creating this harmony of self.
Svadhayaya
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Svadhayaya is the art of study of self. This niyama is so important to me that it has become my company’s mission statement. Read & learn why.
The Power Of My Mat: Part II
![The Healing Power of Sound In this article, Nicole explains everything you need to know about Integral Sound Healing: Its benefits, the science behind it and the instruments used. READ MORE Santosha: The Second Yogic Niyama Santosha invites us into contentment. READ MORE Sunshine On My Shoulders Nicole reflects on 2020; dealing with life and death, looking for the lessons, messages and moments that come with it. READ MORE The Power Of My Mat: Part II](https://niyamayogashala.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/NICOLE_NIYAMA_001.webp)
The Power of My Mat is that it helps me through my struggles. This post inspires to get on your mat, even during the darkest of times.
Courage: Braving Our Own Wilderness
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Read the thoughts of our Founder, Yogini Nicole Zornitzer, on Brene Brown’s book Braving the Wilderness. It’s all about courage!
Yamas & Niyamas
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The yamas and niyamas can be viewed as yogic ethical disciplines that offer practitioners a means to move through life in a mindful way.
Sunshine On My Shoulders
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Nicole reflects on 2020; dealing with life and death, looking for the lessons, messages and moments that come with it.
The Gunas
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There are 3 primal qualities that are viewed by many as the measure to determine our spiritual growth, these are called the Gunas.