yogajala Staff Absolute Sanctuary, nestled on the tropical island of Koh Samui in Thailand, has been crowned the Best Global Yoga Retreat at the prestigious 2026 Global Spa Awards. The annual awards, organized by The Luxury Spa Edit, celebrate the world’s finest spas, wellness retreats, and wellness brands across 30 categories, making this recognition a significant milestone … Read more
The World Health Organization has renewed its recognition of India’s Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY) as a WHO Collaborating Centre for Traditional Medicine (Yoga), extending the designation through 2029. The move reinforces India’s position at the forefront of evidence-based yoga research and signals growing global acceptance of yoga as a legitimate public health … Read more
In an age of constant notifications, endless scrolling, and competing demands for our attention, the ability to focus deeply feels like a superpower. Many of us struggle to concentrate for even a few uninterrupted minutes, and the consequences ripple through our work, relationships, and sense of well-being. The ancient yogis understood this challenge thousands of … Read more
One of the biggest barriers to a consistent yoga practice is not motivation — it is logistics. When you have to drive to a studio, find parking, and fit a class into a rigid schedule, it is easy to let weeks slip by without stepping on your mat. Creating a dedicated yoga space at home … Read more
For many people, stepping onto a yoga mat feels like coming home. But for those who have experienced trauma — whether from abuse, violence, accidents, grief, or chronic stress — a traditional yoga class can sometimes feel overwhelming or even triggering. Certain cues, adjustments, or environments may inadvertently activate the body’s fight-or-flight response rather than … Read more