The How & Why of Oil Baths
I’d always heard of oil baths (abhyanga) from hardcore Ashtangis, but I never actually did one until I traveled to India. We were in...
First Day of Practice by Sean Shelton
I would be lying if I did not say that I was a bit nervous to come to the Shala on the first day. I did not want to be late and show any...
Conference with Sharath: Yoga is a Mental Practice
Note to self: When you’re told to be at the yoga shala at a specific time, show up at LEAST 45 minutes before, because whatever it is,...
Traveling to India: The Sean Shelton Edition
Can you feel at home anywhere in the world? I think if we are truly honest with ourselves the answer would be no. After all, our home is...
Mysore Diaries: First Practice
Yesterday was the first day of Mysore practice in the shala. I got there a little early because I wasn't sure what to expect, but, as a...
Packing for India - w/ a BABY!
As many of you know, Sean and I are traveling to India at the end of this month (!!) to practice Ashtanga yoga at the K. Pattabhi Jois...