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The Yoga Nerds Blog


Yoga is not Political. But it exists within Political realities - On dharma, discomfort and the cost of consistency
Yoga is not political. But it exists within a world that is. When a tradition is repeatedly reshaped to fit convenient narratives, silence is no longer neutrality. It becomes a choice. And that choice raises an uncomfortable question - are we truly living the philosophy we teach, or simply explaining it well enough to avoid being challenged by it?
madhura bhagwat
Apr 257 min read


Teaching Yoga Today Feels Like Explaining Silence to a Room That Wants Music
Why does a yoga class without music feel “off”? Because modern yoga has quietly replaced awareness with atmosphere. In this thought-provoking piece, I explore how neuroscience, yogic philosophy and Āyurveda all point to the same truth—silence is not lacking, it is essential. When attention is no longer pulled outward, the breath becomes the anchor, and yoga begins. This is a deeper look at authentic yoga teaching, breath awareness and why not every “flow” class is actually yo
madhura bhagwat
Apr 2110 min read


Why Are Yoga Teachers Some of the Most Stressed Out People?
Yoga teachers are expected to embody peace, yet many are burned out, exhausted, and financially struggling. Why is this happening?
madhura bhagwat
Feb 22, 20256 min read


Is ‘Doing Yoga’ The Same as ‘Being a Yogī’?
Doing yoga isn’t the same as being a yogī. Yoga is more than āsana - it’s a way of life. Are you truly living yoga beyond the mat?
madhura bhagwat
Feb 20, 20254 min read


What is Yoga Philosophy and Why It Should Matter to a Yoga Teacher or Yoga Enthusiast?
Yoga philosophy is the heart of yoga. Discover why it matters to teachers and students, helping to overcome life’s challenges with wisdom.
madhura bhagwat
Feb 20, 20254 min read


Have we truly understood Patañjali’s Yoga Sūtra?
Patañjali’s Yoga Sūtra is not a handbook for perfecting poses but a guide for mastering the mind. Have we misunderstood the true essence.
madhura bhagwat
Feb 15, 20254 min read


Understanding Prāṇa - The Life Force Energy That Sustains Everything
Prāṇa - The Life Force Energy is more than breath. Prāṇa fuels your mind, body, and spirit. Learn how to harness and balance it with yoga.
madhura bhagwat
Feb 12, 20255 min read


Asteya in a Consumer-Driven Society: How Non-Stealing Can Transform Your Yoga Practice and Life
Discover how practicing asteya (non stealing) in a consumer-driven world can transform your life, cultivate inner peace and contentment
madhura bhagwat
Sep 16, 20246 min read


Can Embracing Truthfulness (Satya) Lead to Greater Success and Happiness?
Discover how embracing truthfulness (Satya) can transform your life, leading to greater authenticity, success and happiness.
madhura bhagwat
Sep 2, 20246 min read


What Goes Around, Comes Around: Are You Ready for the Karma Spin Cycle?
Discover how the ancient law of Karma shapes our lives, guiding our actions and intentions toward a balanced and purposeful destiny. #Karma
madhura bhagwat
Aug 30, 20245 min read
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