Just Breathe

Just Breathe

“Breathe and stay in the present moment.” It’s so simple, and so difficult to do. Modern life bombards us with seductive distractions, and it takes a lot of effort to get present. So why go to the bother? Because when we practice getting present,...
Being With What Is

Being With What Is

The essence of life is change … and isn’t that just a big old pain? Joni Mitchell used to sing about it so eloquently, but I’m not about to be that maudlin. The older I get the more I realize what we all need to survive Life is a practice that...
Are You A Kirtan Virgin?

Are You A Kirtan Virgin?

Confessions Of A Kirtan Virgin From Downward Dog/April 26, 2011 What the heck is up with all these confessions lately on The Daily Downward Dog? I’ve been opening my heart and baring it all these past few weeks, so I couldn’t resist sharing my recent deflowering. I...
The OMmersion Set

The OMmersion Set

I’ve been missing OMmersion, how about you? I’ve looked at all the videos at the Bhakti Beat (great site, check it out), and I wanted a music set to bring the Spirit back even stronger … so this is it. It’s really long, but I just...