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What if gratitude isn’t something you practise, but something you notice?
We are often told to “be grateful.” But real gratitude cannot be forced—it emerges when we learn to see life more completely. Read more
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A Lotus In The Mud hosts devotional Yoga Day event cherished by 200 guests on Long Island
The multi-faceted, multifaith celebration in Hempstead, NY highlighted devotion as a pathway to inner transformation and spiritual evolution. Read more
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Yoga and nutrition: Two sides of the same coin
Yoga may be more popular than ever, but many still overlook its connection with food. Kaivalyadhama-trained instructor Simran Bhana explains why food, movement, and mindfulness are meant to work together. Read more
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Buddhist Robert Thurman leaves an enduring legacy across cultures
His search for meaning led him from New York to India and into the orbit of the Dalai Lama, launching a lifelong mission to share Tibetan Buddhist wisdom with the world. Read more
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IDY is turning 12. But can yoga help us grow old with grace?
Can a yoga mat be the secret to aging well? As International Day of Yoga 2026 approaches, experts and practitioners weigh in. Read more
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With four days to go, PM Modi set to lead International Day of Yoga celebrations from Kolkata
India prepares for synchronized yoga sessions at more than 100,000 locations on June 21, as the annual observance enters its 11th year with an expanded focus on public health, inclusion, and global engagement. Read more
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The hidden strand: Inside the mystique of Akanksha Damini’s Aalolika
Like the hidden third strand in a choti, Aalolika: The First Lullaby follows something that is everywhere and yet rarely seen. It does not explain the mystery so much as teach the reader how to notice it. Read more
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Parkinson’s disease and Ayurveda: How VIAMS is reimagining care in Kerala
Can Ayurveda help patients live better with Parkinson’s? At a Kerala institute, Ayurveda is being used not to promise miracles but to help Parkinson’s patients hold on to movement, independence, and hope. Read more
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Are your beliefs really yours? The hidden power of collective consciousness
An ancient concept is gaining new ground, and a hypnotherapist’s consulting room may be the most revealing place to understand why. Read more
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Yoga Day 2026: From Times Square to the UN, America prepares for a nationwide celebration
Yoga has evolved from a wellness practice into a global phenomenon since the launch of the International Day of Yoga in 2014. Ahead of its 12th edition on June 21, celebrations are stretching from the United Nations to communities worldwide. Read more
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Lotus magazine to celebrate Yoga Day at a meditative, multifaith event
ALotusInTheMud.com is set to host an eclectic event, with Dr Dattatreyudu Nori as Chief Guest, on June 14 at the Hanuman Temple in Hempstead, on Long Island. Read more
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Is marriage getting an upgrade? (Spoiler: Yes, but it’s harder than ever!)
The discourse around marriage is growing louder. If Gen Z still believes in it, why is getting there taking so long? The answer might surprise you. Read more
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Verses of healing and self-discovery in Riding with the Silver Wolf
Do you enjoy poetry that asks life’s profound questions? Part spiritual odyssey, part inward journey, Bindiya Bedi Charan Noronha’s ‘Riding with the Silver Wolf’ explores the space between suffering and wisdom, loss and renewal, as well as despair and hope. Read more
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From modelling to monkhood: Why Lama Aria Drolma left success behind
She had success, status, and a glamorous career. Then she gave it all up. What did Lama Aria Drolma discover that fame and achievement could not provide? Read more
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How to be happy – Understanding the true nature of joy
Is chasing a perfect life keeping you from finding joy? Explore the powerful connection between mindfulness, attention, and the present moment. Read more
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