Each time a story is read, slowly, another perspective is revealed. Revelations evolve with time, day, season, and age. Everyone finds their own connection and meaning. It is wonderful book to read together as a family.
In the introduction, Easwaran explains that "the sages of the Upanishads learned to make a science and art and craft of insight—something that could be mastered and then taught to others, as a painting master in the Renaissance might take a gifted student as part of his family and absorb his art."
To meditate is to learn to stop—to stop being carried away by our regrets about the past, our anger or despair in the present, or our worries about the future.
The authors bring a wealth of insight to the holistic fullness of yoga and how it encompasses the whole being in all states. This book is extremely well-thought, well-written, and comprehensive without being overwhelming.
Sandra Anderson and Rolf Sovik, Himalayan Institute Press If you are looking for a basic book on gentle, non-intimidating yoga, this could be a good fit. Published by The Himalayan Institute, it won the 2001 Independent Publisher Outstanding Book of the Year award. In clear, simple, easy to understand language, it introduces the reader to... Continue Reading →
B. K. S. Iyengar, DK Books First published in 2001 and written by the most well-known yoga master in the West, B.K.S. Iyengar, Yoga: The Path to Holistic Health brings familiarity to Western readers. Filled with glossy, bright, colorful photographs, there are visual steps to each asana accompanied by detailed descriptions. As Iyengar places great emphasis... Continue Reading →
The vegetables swim in a light, golden broth with heady scents of cumin, parsley, fresh cilantro.
Cauliflower with peas is a classic Indian combination. In our home, we like cruciferous vegetables to be cooked without water. The twist here is the addition of lots of fresh mint. We think it goes well with the cauliflower and peas. Even though it has Serrano peppers, the dish is not spicy. Cauliflower Peas with... Continue Reading →
This substantial soup recipe from Mary is a warming comfort food, simply delicious. Mary uses chicken stock (Minor’s) but as we only have vegetarian recipes, we use Rapunzel’s vegan bouillon cubes to make the stock. Use whatever works for you. The onions and leeks combination gives the soup its special flavor. Make sure you discard... Continue Reading →
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