The Art of Living Yoga: Honoring Yoga's Roots in Philosophy & Practice

The Art of Living Yoga is an inspiring, introductory textbook on the Yoga Tradition, crafted for those both new and steeped in the practice. This book provides a compendium of knowledge about the vast history and philosophy of the Yoga Tradition offering down-to-earth insights, personal stories, colorful visuals, and poetry on how to apply this information in daily life. Multitudes of foundational concepts within Yogic Philosophies are examined through psychological, historical, and methodological lenses exploring the WHY behind the HOW. These accessible concepts are then woven together to reveal the authentic relevance of Yoga in today’s world. This book has been crafted for and used as a foundation for certified 200- & 300-hour Yoga Schools. Whether you are a Yoga teacher, Yoga practitioner, or just curious about life, you will benefit from exploring this beautiful piece of heART. PRAISE FOR THE ART OF LIVING YOGA “Such a thorough and poignant history of all-things Yoga Philosophy …truly a life-changing read, and one that offers the truth that Yoga is so much more than poses on a mat. I’m anxiously awaiting this entire series as Lily Kessler has an incredible gift of being able to teach you how to understand and apply the ancient philosophy of Yoga to everyday, modern life.” - D. D. Scott, Bestselling Author ABOUT THE AUTHOR Christine Lily Kessler (she/her), E-RYT, EdS, and Adjunct Professor at Butler University, is fascinated by the facets of the ancient, living Yoga lineage. Her studies and peace-teachings honor the people, cultures, and roots of these vast traditions. Lily believes Yogic Insights offer greater interconnection, equality, and peace for the world through exploring embodiment principles that activate full human potential. She draws from her 16 years of experience as a public-school teacher and specialist, inspiration from life-changing awakenings, and her personal passion to foster authentic and safe community conversations that delve into exploring conscious and subconscious patterns of cultures and the world environment at large. Lily is the founder of both Nourished Heart Yoga & Training and Blooming Life Yoga Studio & School. She has developed and led Yoga Alliance Certified 200- and 300-hour Yoga Teacher Trainings. In addition to her own schools, Lily has co-founded an international Yoga Training, and has been a guest presenter for over 30 certified Yoga programs within the United States and worldwide. Lily has been welcomed to participate in Vedic pujas, invited to private ceremony with the Lakota Sioux, has been initiated within Mystic Orders, and continues to learn from other cultures and traditions. Seeing beyond the jargon and sharing similarities within people and places is a part of her lifelong peace effort. Lily is an Energy Codes® Master Trainer, Reiki Master, B.E.S.T. and Spiritual B.E.S.T. Practitioner, Relax & Renew® Certified, YoKid® Certified, and Yoga Nidra Certified. Lily is an artist and a global retreat leader, focusing on spiritual journey experiences to India, Peru, Costa Rica, France, Spain, and Bali. Humbly, it is Lily’s life’s calling to make Yoga’s vast and tangled roots accessible and recognizable in everyday life, as she, herself, is in the thick of her own learning and refinements.