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New neuroimaging research from the University of Sussex has revealed that high-ventilation breathwork induces altered states of consciousness remarkably similar to those produced by psychedelic substances — complete with feelings of unity, bliss, and profound emotional release. The findings offer a scientific framework for understanding why breathwork practices have been central to yoga traditions for … Read more
A major clinical trial has found that eight weeks of mindfulness training or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can significantly improve physical function and quality of life in adults with chronic low back pain — and the benefits persist for up to 12 months after treatment ends. What the Research Revealed Published by researchers at Penn … Read more
A groundbreaking study from UC San Diego has found that just seven days of intensive meditation can produce measurable changes in brain activity and blood biology, offering some of the strongest evidence yet that mental practices directly reshape physical health. What the Study Found Published in the journal Communications Biology in April 2026, the research … Read more
A new meta-analysis published in ScienceDirect has found that school-based yoga programs significantly improve executive functioning skills in children between three and seven years of age. The review, which synthesized data from seven controlled studies, revealed meaningful improvements in both working memory and inhibitory control, two cognitive abilities that are foundational to academic success, emotional … Read more
The BaliSpirit Festival, one of the world’s most celebrated gatherings of yoga, music, and conscious living, returns to Ubud, Bali from April 15 to 19, 2026 with an expanded lineup that includes free community events, world-class yoga teachers, live music performances, and wellness workshops. Now in its 18th year, the festival continues to draw thousands … Read more