by YD Blog Team | Sep 11, 2023 | Activism, Conscious Eating, Environmentalism, Green Living, The Blog, Yoga Ethics
In yoga traditions, our connection to the Earth is an important part of the practice. The word yoga is derived from sanskrit yuj, which means “union”(1). This “union” mentioned so often in yoga texts extends beyond our physical bodies. It encompasses the metaphysical... 
by YD Blog Team | Dec 9, 2022 | Environmentalism, Green Living, Mindfulness, The Blog
Tis the season for winter holidays! With all the season’s joy and celebrations, some also find a bit of stress related to gift giving. So let’s get intentional and sustainable as we give. Just consider your recipient’s taste and needs, while also... 
by YD Blog Team | Dec 8, 2021 | Community, Conscious Eating, Environmentalism, Green Living, Holistic Wellness, Self-Care, The Blog
What does it means to know where our food comes from. In this post we explore the benefits of food sourcing as it relates to choosing locally-grown foods, and consider the nutritional, economic, and environmental impact of knowing our food sources. In autumn we may... 
by YD Blog Team | Aug 12, 2021 | Activism, Environmentalism, Green Living, The Blog
We explored the idea of yogic ethics and environmentalism as well as the link between yoga ethics and activism. Additionally, we looked into how the ethical foundation of yoga guides us towards active love for ourselves and our communities. Right now, it’s clear that... 
by YD Blog Team | Jul 29, 2021 | Conscious Eating, Green Living, Holistic Wellness, Mindfulness
Along with sunny weather and relaxing beach days, summer provides us with a wealth of produce. Whether you’re picking your own peaches, browsing through a farmers market, or grabbing tomatoes at the grocery store, there are many opportunities to take advantage of all... 
by YD Blog Team | Jul 6, 2021 | Environmentalism, Green Living, The Blog
Powering our homes with clean energy is one of the most important things we can do to address climate change. You want to do your part to not waste energy but there are limited options for renters to switch to renewable energy. Yet seemingly infinite ways to improve...
