The zafu is a cushion with an ancient tradition. The origin of the Japanese word zafu (座蒲) comes from China. Its origin dates back to Buddha, who made a cushion with dried herbs to maintain a stable position during meditation.

Japa mala: “the rosary” of 108 beads

Tadasana or the posture of the mountain is the Sanskrit name of a fundamental Yoga Asana, and is referential over all other Asanas. As a fact to keep in mind, Tadasana is the initial and final position of all Suryanamaskar sequences or salutations to the Sun; in addition to its use as a resting posture between more strenuous Asanas.

Ajna Chakra is the confluence point where the three main Nadis (Ida, Pingala and Sushumna) merge into one channel of consciousness and flow to Sahasrara, the Crown Chakra.

A YANTRA is a geometric design that acts as a doorway for contemplation and meditation. A YANTRA is a geometric design that acts as a doorway for contemplation and meditation.

Padahastasana is one of the 12 basic postures of Hatha yoga. It is also the third pose of surya namaskar, the sun salutation sequence. It is believed to reduce tamas, which means heaviness or inertia in the body.