What has made yoga so popular in a modern society? What are people looking for? To find it out I met with Jessica Goulding, who has been teaching yoga in the USA for more than 13 years...
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“I believe in importance of stripping away your illusions, and coming to the core of who you are”. Conversation with Omar Rosales – a former Marine officer, a Lawyer, an art collector and a writer.
Looking for the inspiration and some fresh ideas I couldn’t think of a better place to go than the art gallery. That’s how I found myself standing in front of the modern painting trying to comprehend its meaning...
“SVYATKI” – the time for mysterious Old Slavic tradition to connect with ancestors’ spirits
Christmastide or "Svyatki" in orthodox culture is the time between Christmas (7 January) and Baptism of Jesus Christ (19 January). Being just a Christian holiday at first sight, these 12 days represent the most mysterious part of Russian traditions. Mystery around it comes from the fact that this Christian holiday falls on the same days when Old Slavic people following their pagan traditions connected with ancestors' spirits to predict the future...
Genuine Russia
Thinking about my home on the Christmas day I decided to write about some of the most beautiful cathedrals that I discovered while travelling around my country. If you are looking to see a GENUINE Russia and to visit something beyond standard travel destinations like Moscow and St. Petersburg, here is a little guide where to go with relatively easy access from these two main cities.
“Music is too important to not do it authentically and honestly”, – Silas Lowe, modern American roots musician.
Did you know that Austin is a Live Music Capital of the World? This became an official slogan of the city since it had been found out that it had more live music venues per capita than in any other place in the world! Live music is everywhere – in every bar, restaurant, and even in the airport! It was one of those cosy events hosted at a backyard of a private house when I discovered an extraordinary band...
Storytelling – is it a professional tool, art, lifestyle or madness?
Spontaneous invitation, heavy rain, and here I am in a Spider House bar all soaked and shivering from the freezing AC. I doubt I will ever get used to this drop of the temperature from 40°C outdoors to 19°C inside. Luckily my attention switched from the fans to the stage as something very unusual started happening there...
About people who shaped my life and about this blog
The greatest thing about any journey is meeting people. This is what makes it truly memorable. Sometimes a short interaction may become a turnkey point in live. Conversation with a person sitting next to you in the plane, or a traveler in the bus, or a stranger sharing a table with you in the café …
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“I’ll never say I am proud of myself until the day I die”. Interview with Malik Jefferson, a star of American college football
Looking to learn more about American football I was extremely fortunate to meet another Longhorns team player Malik Jefferson. This ambitious young gentleman is ranked as the No. 13 player nationally and the No. 1 linebacker in the state of Texas, according to the 247Sports Composite rankings.
In search of the genuine... 