Samyama Journal: Inner Work, Real Stories, Living Wisdom

A home for our global community to explore meditation, yoga, and conscious living — rooted in Ubud, Bali and shared from the heart.

Understanding Emotional Trauma: Causes and Symptoms

Emotional trauma lives in the unseen layers of our being. It is not always loud or visible but its echoes can shape the way we think, feel, relate, and show up in life. At its root, trauma is not just what happened to us, but what we carry inside when something...

Healing the Inner Child: Deep Listening, Gentle Presence, Authentic Integration

In the shelter of our hearts lies the tender echo of our childhood—our inner child—awaiting cracks in our sense of wholeness. This isn’t just a psychological idea; it is a living part of us that calls for healing. At Samyama Self-Healing Center in Ubud, Bali, we...

The Psychology Behind Inner Child Wounds: How Childhood Trauma Shapes Adult Behavior

We all carry echoes of our childhood within us—memories, beliefs, fears, and unmet needs that linger in the background of our adult lives. This collection of psychological imprints is often referred to as the inner child. While the phrase might sound whimsical or...

How To Wash a Yoga Mat?

Your yoga mat is more than just a surface for poses—it's your personal sanctuary for grounding, balance, and breath. But after countless downward dogs, sweaty sessions, and savasana, your mat can harbor sweat, oils, dirt, and bacteria. Regular cleaning is essential...

How Many Times a Week Should You Do Yoga?

Yoga has become a global phenomenon, beloved for its ability to harmonize body, mind, and spirit. Whether you're seeking physical flexibility, mental clarity, or emotional resilience, yoga offers something for everyone. But a common question that arises for both...

The Journey to Becoming a Yoga Teacher: Insights from Our 200-Hour Training

Embarking on the path of yoga teacher training (YTT) is more than just a step toward a new profession—it's a deeply personal and transformative journey. Whether driven by a desire for personal growth, a deeper understanding of the self, or a complete career change,...

The Art of Teaching: Cultivating Presence and Authenticity in Yoga Instruction

In the heart of transformative yoga teaching lies more than a well-sequenced class or perfect alignment cues—it’s the teacher’s presence and authenticity that make all the difference. These qualities represent a deep embodiment of self-awareness and a capacity to be...

Shadow Work: Confronting and Embracing the Inner Self

Within each of us lies a hidden side—the shadow. Coined by Carl Jung, the shadow represents the unconscious parts of ourselves that we deny, suppress, or reject. These can include uncomfortable emotions, impulses, or traits deemed “unacceptable” by our upbringing or...

Kundalini Rising: Awakening Inner Energy

In a world increasingly driven by external achievements and distractions, many are turning inward, searching for deeper meaning and higher states of consciousness. One ancient spiritual path that promises profound transformation is the awakening of Kundalini energy—a...

Integrating Ayurveda into Daily Life: Tips for Balance and Wellness

Ayurveda, often translated as “the science of life,” is one of the world's oldest holistic healing systems, originating in India over 5,000 years ago. Rooted in the belief that health and wellness depend on a delicate balance between the mind, body, and spirit,...