For Anna Maria, yoga became more than movement, it became preparation. In this grounded reflection, she shares how Ashtanga helps her stay strong, balanced, and independent, not just for today but for the years ahead…
Three deep breaths. A bell. And then—an old memory surfaces. In this quiet reflection, Andreas explores how the seeds of kindness planted in youth can return later in life as a call to wisdom, love, and self-knowledge.
For over 50 years, Kathy Cooper has shown up to her mat. In this beautiful portrait, she shares how Ashtanga yoga became her anchor, her teacher and her great love.
Discover how Alexia’s first yoga experience in Varanasi led her from emotional turmoil to inner balance through Ashtanga Yoga. A heartfelt journey of transformation and self-discovery.
Beginning yoga can feel daunting. But learn how the ‘Mysore’ method of Ashtanga yoga is one of the best ways to develop your own practice
In this warm & touching interview Monica Gauci, one of Australia’s leading Ashtanga yoga teachers, talks to Scott Johnson about her 45 years of practice and teaching of yoga and meditation.
In this extensive portrait revered Ashtanga yoga teacher Mark Darby shares how a life of devotion has directed his life and practice. It is a compelling story of dedication to a higher purpose, and his family…
In this intimate portrait Joanne Darby shares how nearly 50 years of spiritual practice has shaped her life, through dedicated practice with Pattabhi Jois in the early 80s to giving it all up to raise a family. This is a beautiful story…
SYL guest writer and practitioner Scott Arnott shares how a house fire was the pathway into yoga and how it has now changed him forever.
New SYL guest writer Jess Ryan-Phillips explains how allowing the process of Ashtanga yoga to come alive in you is the practice itself.