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Writing, reflection, and study from the path of practice.
Essays, reflections and study on yoga, meditation, pranayama, tradition and teaching, rooted in practice and lived experience.
Featured Article
Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Bali: What to Look for Before You Choose
A guide to evaluating a Yin Yoga teacher training by what you will actually learn, rather than venue aesthetics or certificate hours alone.
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Essays and study notes from Dea Putri's own practice and teaching.
Retreats
Yoga Retreat in Lombok: How to Choose the Right Retreat for You
How to tell a wellness getaway with a little yoga apart from a genuinely practice-intensive retreat, so you choose the right fit.
Teacher Training
From Yin Yoga Teacher Training to Teaching With Confidence: Why Mentorship Matters
Why mentorship after a Yin Yoga teacher training is often what turns theoretical knowledge into confident, capable teaching.
Teaching
Yin Yoga and Hypermobility: A More Thoughtful Approach for Teachers
Practical teaching considerations for hypermobile students in Yin Yoga, from modifications to timing and anatomy.
Retreats
The Honest Guide to Choosing a Yoga Retreat in Lombok
A grounded look at what actually separates a serious yoga retreat in Lombok from a scenic vacation with a yoga class attached.
Teaching
How Do I Incorporate Yoga Philosophy Into My Teaching?
Practical ways to bring the Yamas and the Yoga Sutras into a physical class through sequencing and language, rather than a lecture.
Teaching
How Ayurveda Relates to Yoga: A Dosha-Based Practice Guide
An introduction to using the Ayurvedic doshas to shape a more personal, sustainable practice instead of a one-size-fits-all routine.
Philosophy
Ardha Matsyendrāsana: The Ancient Story Behind the Spinal Twist
The myth of the sage Matsyendra behind this classic seated twist, and how knowing it can turn the pose into an exercise in attention.
Teaching
The Sanskrit Effect: How Recitation Can Actually Sharpen Your Brain
What neuroscience research into Sanskrit recitation reveals about why this ancient practice may sharpen memory and mental clarity.
“You are not becoming, you are remembering.”Dea Putri
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