Twisted Yoga: how a search for enlightenment turned into a dangerous cult
A shocking new Apple series goes behind the yoga camps where women alleged criminal behaviour from a guru wanted for sexual exploitation chargesPracticing yoga has its benefits: the meditative calm,...
By Radheyan Simonpillai · The Guardian Culture
A shocking new Apple series goes behind the yoga camps where women alleged criminal behaviour from a guru wanted for sexual exploitation charges Practicing yoga has its benefits: the meditative calm, grounded-ness and balance. The devoted pursue transformative spiritual journeys, through poses, chants and breath work. Some followers of tantra yoga take things even further, using sensuality to channel their energy and reach beyond themselves, seeking out of body liberation and enlightenment. But it’s that very pursuit that has also left hundreds vulnerable to alleged rape and trafficking. Continue reading...