“Yoga, an ancient practice that originated in India thousands of years ago, has evolved into a holistic lifestyle embraced by millions worldwide. While yoga is often associated with physical postures (asanas), it is far more than just a form of exercise; it is a transformative lifestyle that offers a path to self-discovery, inner peace, and spiritual growth.

One of the core tenets of yoga is mindfulness, which can be integrated into daily life through practices like conscious eating, mindful walking, and even mindful listening. Practicing yoga off the mat encourages individuals to be fully present in each moment, cultivating a deeper awareness of their surroundings, their relationships, and their inner thoughts.

Yoga offers a comprehensive framework for personal growth, combining physical, mental, and spiritual practices to foster a deeper connection to oneself and the world around us. By embracing the principles of yoga, individuals can cultivate greater health, balance, and well-being. Whether practiced for its physical benefits or its spiritual depth, yoga has the potential to transform not only the body but also the mind and spirit, providing a lasting sense of peace and fulfillment.

In a world filled with constant noise and distraction, yoga provides a sanctuary of stillness, allowing practitioners to reconnect with their true selves. It is a lifelong journey—a path of self-discovery, healing, and profound transformation. Through yoga, we learn that the practice is not about perfection or achieving external goals, but about embracing each moment with awareness and compassion. And in this process, we discover that the most important union is the one between ourselves and the universe—one breath, one posture, one moment at a time.”

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Between 2015 and 2024 I asked more than a thousand renowned and spiritual people from around the world one question: what is the meaning of life?

There were more than one hundred yogis among them. I gathered what they said a meaningful life is, and created this anthology book which comprises one hundred chapters. 

One hundred meaningful chapters about life, mindfulness, gratitude, beauty and love…about the state of being in love and the sacredness of life. Each chapter is imbued with sublime vibrations and blissful frequencies. Chapters about life enjoyment, laughter and guiding principles. A book filled  not just with words, but rather with the energy of one hundred yogis.

This book may be read over a period of one hundred days. Read one chapter a day—live one mindful day! Read one page—live one joyful and wonderful day. One day at a time…may you live one hundred meaningful and blessed days.

…then go back to the first chapter, for one hundred days more.…for they will be much more insightful. You will have become much more insightful.

~Excerpt from Preface.

The book is available on Amazon worldwide: YOGA Full Life: 100 Yogis Speak on the Meaningfulness of Life

Excellence Reporter 2025