yogajala Staff A comprehensive new study from McGill University has provided some of the clearest guidance yet on how mindfulness and yoga-based interventions can be used to support mental health in people living with dementia and cognitive decline. The research, published in early 2026, offers practical recommendations for caregivers, clinicians, and yoga teachers working with aging populations. … Read more
India has taken a bold step toward making yoga a daily national habit with the launch of Yoga 365, a sweeping new campaign introduced by the Ministry of Ayush. Unveiled at the Yoga Mahotsav-2026 event at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, the initiative marks the beginning of a 100-day countdown to the International Day of … Read more
Yoga has long been celebrated for its ability to reduce stress, increase flexibility, and promote mental clarity. But for people who have experienced trauma — whether from abuse, violence, accidents, natural disasters, or other deeply distressing events — a standard yoga class can sometimes feel overwhelming or even triggering. This is where trauma-sensitive yoga (TSY) … Read more
Grief is one of the most overwhelming human experiences. Whether you are mourning the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a career, or a chapter of life, grief can feel like a wave that pulls you under without warning. It settles not just in the mind but in the body — in the tightness … Read more
You have probably heard the phrase “fight or flight” used to describe the body’s stress response. But there is another, equally important side to the equation: the “rest and digest” response, which is largely governed by a remarkable nerve called the vagus nerve. The vagus nerve is the longest cranial nerve in the body, running … Read more