yogajala Staff A new study published in Scientific Reports has uncovered a fascinating paradox at the heart of yoga practice: while regular practitioners demonstrate significantly higher emotional intelligence than non-practitioners, they also appear to score lower on cognitive empathy — the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. The findings, published in January 2026 by … Read more
Yoga is often associated with images of young, flexible bodies folding into pretzel-like shapes on Instagram. But some of the most profound benefits of yoga belong to the people who might never step onto a traditional mat — older adults dealing with stiff joints, balance concerns, or limited mobility. Chair yoga makes the full richness … Read more
Tossing and turning at night is more than an inconvenience — chronic insomnia raises your risk of heart disease, depression, and impaired cognitive function. Yet the solution does not always have to come from a pharmacy shelf. A growing body of research suggests that a consistent yoga practice can improve sleep quality as effectively as … Read more
The corporate wellness market has crossed a threshold. What started as Silicon Valley perks — meditation rooms and lunchtime yoga classes — has evolved into a strategic investment category that Fortune 500 companies, healthcare systems, and government agencies are funding at unprecedented levels. In 2026, corporate mindfulness is no longer a nice-to-have. It’s a retention … Read more
World Health Day 2026, observed on April 7, landed with a message that yoga practitioners have understood for centuries: mental health is not secondary to physical fitness — it is the foundation. This year’s global health conversations revealed a striking shift in why people move their bodies, and the data confirms what studios and teachers … Read more