Jivamukti Yoga
Community journals
December, 2013
Sharon Gannon’s Pumpkin Recipes
by Sharon Gannon
Pumpkin Scones â…“ cup vegan margarine, or â…“ cup tofu sour cream 1 15-ounce can of pumpkin, or 1 cup of cooked and mashed fresh pumpkin ½ cup safflower oil 2 Tbsp soy milk 1 tsp vanilla 1 Tbsp maple syrup 2 cups pastry flour 1 tsp baking powder Pi …

July, 2013
Spirulina Green Millet
by Sharon Gannon
Spirulina is an edible type of blue-green algae. It is very high in protein and is also a rich source of essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. It is a complete protein containing all essential amino acids. Spirulina was a food source for the Az …

July, 2013
Vande Gurunam Caranaravinde Reverence to the Gurus’ Lotus Feet
by Manorama
Meaning of July Each year we celebrate the full moon of the guru known as Guru-Purnima. This celebration is marked in July because in India the rainy season happens at that time. It is said that teachers and students can’t easily move when the heavy r …

January, 2013
Stimulating Creativity
by Sharon Gannon
Student: I have a question about creativity. Which yoga practices do you feel are the most powerful for stimulating creativity? For being an artist, being a musician, being a writer – or just inspiring the creative spirit? Sharon Gannon: It doesn’t mat …

January, 2013
Amazing Chocolate Mousse
by Sharon Gannon
INGREDIENTS 1 box extra firm tofu 1 box firm tofu 1 bag Vegan chocolate chips 2 Tablespoons unsweetened Cocoa powder 1 Tablespoon Raw Cacao powder 1 can (13-14oz) full fat canned coconut milk 1/3 cup maple syrup 2 Tablespoons coconut oil 2 Tablespoons …

December, 2012
Connecticut Shootings—Make the Connection
by Sharon Gannon
Following the shootings in Newtown, Connecticut this week, a number of students and yoga teachers have expressed shock and confusion and have written to me asking for guidance. Some have said they “feel at a loss.” Some have voiced anger an …