November 2006

20 Working Towards Fearlessness
Therapeutic yoga teacher Lisa Matkin bridges the physical and emotional aspects of practice to heal, motivate, and transform

32 OM for the Holidays
How to ring in good vibrations at home for the season

36 Yoga on the Set
An interview with film director Mira Nair

40 Yoga Nidra
Try this technique for the ultimate relaxation

46 Beginner’s Luck
Whether you’re brand new to yoga or just need a refresher this practice goes right to your heart

56 Chinese Checkup
Balance your yin and your yang with Traditional Chinese Medicine... and get to the root of any medical condition once and for all

60 Choosing Your Yoga
What style of asana matches your personality type?

64 Find Peace in Your Yoga
Are you working too hard in your practice? Stop that!

74 Where Yoga Lives
Studio or a gym, does it make a difference?

78 Potions
Drink up these delights and get enough energy for your asana practice

18 Yoga Pantry
Wake up your taste buds with glorious grains

38 Yoga Profile
28 year-old Ethan Nictern shares Buddhist philosophy with a whole new generation

44 Day in the Life
Getting to know Dechen Thurman

68 The Athletic Yogi
How to protect your knees

73 Yoga Donna
How to Do Handstand: Accept falling

81 Strike a Pose
Be in vogue with this cool yoga outfit

82 Healthy Elixirs
Foods that nourish and keep you warm

90 Your Stars
What’s in the stars for you

6 Editor’s Note
No fear

8 Awaken Your Senses
Books, music, movies, and videos to inspire your soul

10 Personal Journey
Find bliss in your baking...

12 Practical Magic
Enhance your Tree Pose with this great little tip

14 Meditative Spaces
Impress guests with your “altar-ed” entryway

16 Power Plants
The fragrances of fall