by Seb Gates | May 20, 2025 | Yoga and Meditation
Gurupurnima is one of the most sacred and spiritually uplifting festivals in the Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions. It offers an opportunity for disciples and seekers to honour their spiritual teachers—the Gurus—who guide them on the path of truth and...
by Seb Gates | Apr 30, 2025 | Yoga and Meditation
Namaste is a word that has gained global popularity. You’ll often hear it in yoga studios, wellness circles, and spiritual retreats. However, its true meaning in Hinduism is much deeper than a simple greeting or farewell. So, what does namaste really mean in the Hindu...
by Seb Gates | Mar 30, 2025 | Yoga and Meditation
In an age saturated with noise, distraction and endless streams of information, silence has become not just a luxury but a necessity for inner wellbeing. In the context of spiritual practices, particularly meditation, silence — or mauna in Sanskrit — holds a sacred...
by Seb Gates | Mar 20, 2025 | Philosophy, Yoga and Meditation
In the ancient wisdom of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, the Yamas and Niyamas form the ethical foundation of a yogic life. These timeless principles guide not just our practice on the mat, but our conduct in everyday life. Among the Yamas, which are the moral...
by Seb Gates | Jan 30, 2025 | Yoga and Meditation
Hinduism offers a rich tapestry of deities, each representing distinct qualities and cosmic roles. Among the Trimurti—Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva—Brahma stands out as the creator. He plays a central role in Hindu cosmology, yet his worship is surprisingly rare compared...
by Seb Gates | Oct 15, 2024 | Philosophy, Yoga and Meditation
In our fast-paced modern world, it’s easy to get swept up in the endless pursuit of “more”—more success, more possessions, more recognition. Yet, despite achieving external goals, many of us still feel a lingering sense of dissatisfaction. Santosha, an ancient...
