Yoga Practitioners Show Higher Emotional Intelligence But Lower Empathy, New Study Finds

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 for Insomnia: A Complete Guide to Better Sleep

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

World Health Day 2026: Mental Health Is Now the Top Reason People Practice Yoga

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

Gaia Hits 900K Members, Named Among Newsweek’s Best Wellness Apps for 2026

Gaia, the world’s largest conscious streaming platform, has officially crossed the 900,000 member milestone — and just earned a spot on Newsweek’s prestigious list of the 15 Best Mindfulness & Wellness Apps for 2026. The recognition, announced on April 6, positions the yoga and meditation-focused platform alongside mainstream giants in the wellness tech space. For … Read more

Prenatal Yoga by Trimester: A Safe Guide for Every Stage

Pregnancy brings profound physical and emotional changes, making movement both essential and challenging. Prenatal yoga is specifically designed to support your body through each stage of pregnancy, building strength, flexibility, and mental resilience while preparing for labor. This trimester-by-trimester guide ensures you practice safely at every stage. There’s growing evidence behind it, too — a … Read more