This Work Is Centered On The Art And Science Of Living A Balanced And Personalized Yogic Lifestyle Backed By Holistic Evidence-Based Practices That Are Guided By Proven And Time-Tested Spiritual Truths/Wisdoms. This Work Explores Wellness And Liberation In All Dimensions of Life: Body, Mind, & Spirit.

Our foundation rests on both inner and outer work practiced as/within an integrated lifestyle system.

On this site, I explore, integrate, become more knowledgeable about, and more practiced in, the art of living one’s best life (and as one’s greatest Self) through personal reflection, mind and body work/study, and by taking desired, required, and inspired actions toward inner-goals each day–and, more specifically, moving toward the ultimate goal of Self-Realization, Spiritual Liberation, and unconditional joy in this lifetime.

Inner and outer “work,” the two complementary/inseparable areas of focus here, provide a solid foundation upon which to effectively develop oneself physically, mentally, and spiritually and they empower positive movement forward to full integrated wellness, higher Self-Awareness, and optimal/pure Natural/True divine expression.

The work here is supported by a number of different types of knowledge, including age-old Yoga and Meditation practices and philosophies (integrated with different valid wisdoms from all schools of thought), Buddhist and Qi-Gong principles (as they are applicable), and modern Coaching and Wellness Science on supporting individuals and communities with being their best in this one and only life that they are fortunate to experience in any given unique and particular form.

This is an interdisciplinary space with no subscription to any one particular school of thought, nor any one practice. Instead, this space is for exploring, integrating, and developing one’s own ways of effectively thinking and being in the world that support one to be, and express, one’s best/purest expression as grounded in the Absolute Higher Reality. No one should be here to blindly follow or agree with me on anything; this space is here to explore, integrate, and practice reflection (upon) the Truth, in order (to endeavor to “see” and) to fully live this Truth by fully embodying expanded, and unbounded, Self-expression in, and “beyond,” this world.

A free thinker created this space where she practices Yoga as it is applicable within the context of her “modern reality” (a context that one cannot separate herself from even if one tried, since all physical beings live in this particular “time and age” where their body-mind-egos have been exposed to different things/technologies that shape their relationship with/understanding of the world/environment and everything else in manifested existence, different–even if just technically–from the “reality” of the “ancient” people that came before them).

Understanding that some words (and even concepts) that are used/shared here (for the lack of alternative appropriate words to explain any given perspective in its entirety before any given reader interprets what is said through their ontological framework), however, it is important that readers/onlookers/visitors understand, before proceeding further, (and to avoid misunderstanding), that the work that is done here is independent from (although some things are interconnected to the history of all self-development and Self Awareness work in general) any orthodox philosophical framework, even when inspired by some structural aspects. For this reason, I always aim to be as clear as possible when expressing any idea, but readers are thoroughly encouraged to self-reflect at all times (and to listen and truly pay attention) when necessary, to ensure that they are interpreting/hearing/seeing/understanding what I am expressing/sharing/teaching correctly/usefully.

What visitors can “see” here is what I, Kidecia King, have to offer as my inter-disciplinary approach to Yoga as a science, art, lifestyle practice–and so much more–within the context of other sciences, arts, and philosophies that I have studied and continue to study, paired with the insights that I have personally observed/gained/processed, in/on my quest for answers about Self/Reality, life, growth, transformation, human development, existence, spirituality, and so forth.

More On Our Background/Foundation

Yoga, which translates to “Union” (yes, with a capital “U”), and originates from India as a documented discipline, is a lifestyle science and practice with great aspirations.

Yoga focuses on the connection between, and integration of, the body, mind, breath, and spirit, as well as the fusion of a person’s entire being (from the tangible to subtle/energetic levels) with the Universal Consciousness or Source of/beyond all of creation. The Yogic lifestyle is grounded in ancient and contemporary science that provides its “practitioners” with the strongest beams of support available in “personal development” because it is well mapped out and structured in a practical and efficient way to support individuals with coming into their greatest/highest Self expression safely and effectively.

As a complement to the Humanistic Coaching and Evidence-Based Scientific frameworks that I use in my work, a Yogic foundation, since this practice provides a clear outline on how to proceed with being and expressing one’s True and greatest Self in his/her lifetime, is one of the most clear, all encompassing, and effective ways that I have found for addressing all of the areas of human development needed to live one’s best life/be one’s “best self.”

In the Yoga that I live by here, practice starts by setting out to fully understand and accept what is often referred to as the Four Noble Truths (as it is often emphasized in some Buddhist traditions). These truths state that: 1) Life has ongoing and inevitable suffering 2) there is a cause to all suffering 3) there is an end to all suffering (since everything in the universe is impermanent) 4) there is a path that will free living beings from all suffering, which in this space, is customized path using an open, time-tested/proven, and holistic framework called the Eightfold/Eight-Limbed Path, as outlined in the Yoga Sutras by Sage Patanjali.

The Four Noble Truths, and the accompanying Yogic path mentioned above and outlined below, will serve as the practical “theory” that guides much of the work here.

Please be mindful, however, that I will only focus on the concepts introduced/explored through these guidelines in practical and non-religious ways while holding this practice sacred. I will separate practice from any religion, ideology, or religious affiliation here, since all beings are encouraged to critically think about (and question) their learning and simply use what they acquire and process here and elsewhere as inspiration, or a starting-point, to fully engage in personal self-reflection, inquiry, and discovery above all else. It is my invitation, however, (if anyone who interacts with this work has already chosen a religious philosophy to live their life by) that this work may support the spiritual (experiential and directly verifiable, not ideo-social and based on blind belief) part of that practice in some way as well since I know that nurturing a healthy and meaningful inner world is an important part of being your best, and some people inevitably find this type of inner nurturance in connection to religion and religious affiliations/communities.

Remember please that, in my work, and at my core, I am an Evidence-Based professional with an experience-centered, qualitative research, background, with multiple skillsets and a wide range of knowledge and practice in multiple areas of study…so, I essentially report on what I, myself, have personally verified/explored through study, insight, and observation, and ask you to do your own contemplation and research into your own life and experience. This work, for me, is about knowing, sharing, and living/being (in) Truth, and I hope that this is the same for you, since, again, I am not here to tell anyone what to think or to do. I am only here to be my Self and do my work. Others will have to do their own inner/personal work in order to see results in their Yoga practice.

In the past, I have created a part of this website to be a Learning & Development Portal to support Yogis who resonated with/trusted my work/mission, and expertise, with discovering the Truth for themselves and supporting them to successfully embody this knowledge as they saw fit for them. Though that part of the site is no longer open to the public, I still share my own observations, inspirations, learnings, and insights from walking my own path back home to my Self here and document tips, guidance, and reflection for those on a similar journey.

In terms of my training background and qualifications that influence this work, I hold complementary Certification as a Yoga and Meditation Teacher (among other things), and I study and practice Yoga as a part of my everyday life (integrating a wide range of inner development practices from multiple philosophical and other schools of thought into my work). With my training in a number of different complementary self-development techniques/modalities and sciences, everything that I use/share here is grounded in proven and practical research as well as my own personal testimony.

Furthermore, because my undergraduate degree was in Sociology (with a secondary area of focus in Comparative Literature, and I have pursued learning in numerous areas to complement my studies overall–areas like Neuroscience, Physics, Biology, Communications, Anatomy/Physiology, Philosophy, etc), I also inevitably explore the multidisciplinary theoretical and practical aspects of these pathways in great depth (from a wide range of perspectives) since my life (yes, since I was a tiny little girl) has been devoted to understanding and knowing my self/Self and reality/Reality (from every angle possible) and I know that this pursuit and understanding better assists in sharing the value of Yoga practice in greater depth in the world.

If you have never pursued the Yogic path before, or have never pursued it outside of the third limb outlined below (which focuses on the physical body and stretching), or outside of the fourth limb (that focuses on breathwork), please note that the full blueprint for Raja Yoga, which I explore in great detail here (incorporating other forms of Yoga into my framework overall as well), asks that one work on all eight aspects of their being, and these aspects are meant to be progressive and interrelated. All parts of Yoga must be practiced and mastered individually, but each limb will build upon, and support, the limb before it (and this is done cyclically throughout life for most people).

This path–one must always keep in mind–is meant to be customized. There is no one, rigid, way to practice Yoga (Union), and all must truly create and walk their own individual pathway in order to be successful in using Yoga practice in/for their inner and outer development work.

I am just here…exploring how to effectively create and walk the perfect path for me, guided by solid/proven science and principles.

The Eight-Limbed Path of Yoga Summarized*

(Core guidelines: 1-4 interface with the outside world | 5-8 interface with our inner world)

1. Yamas (Code Of Conduct): The values, morals/ethics, and restraints that one chooses to abide by. These include non-violence, truthfulness, self-control, non-stealing, non-greed/non-attachment.
2. Niyamas (Actions in Support of Personal Code of Conduct): Habits and ethical practices that support yamas. These include self-purification (of false-senses of self), contentment, self-discipline/non-acceptance of “gifts”/attachments, self-study, and devotion to a higher path/practice.
3. Asanas (Physical Exercises And Care For The Body): Physical postures and stretching of the body for longevity, optimal health, relaxation, flexibility, strength, and balance to prepare for sitting in meditation (among other benefits). This limb is focused on overall biological self-care, maintaining equanimity/healthy homeostasis, and illness prevention.
4. Pranayama (Integration of Body and Mind Through Breath/Life-Force Energy Expansion): Breathing exercises and control of the breath, the number one essential element for survival and one of the most powerful tools in one’s work to maintain connection and balance.
5. Pratyahara (Mastery Of The Senses): Restraint. Full control of all of the five senses/compulsions. Withdrawal from the outside world.
6. Dharana (Cultivation Of A Concentrated And Well-Functioning Mind): Developing self-awareness and general awareness through concentration and single-pointed focus.
7. Dhyana (Devotion To Connecting With, And Experiencing, Highest Expression): Meditation. Commitment to creating connection with one’s Divine aspects/expressions through mental clarity.
8. Samadhi (Connection With And Full Embodiment of Highest Expression): Making space for Union with one’s Divine aspects/expressions through a pure state-of-being.

*For more detailed overviews and explorations of these generic summaries, please search through this site.

Meditation (limb 7), and mindfulness (maintaining meditative presence/neutral observation as you live your everyday life), are the main practices that I explore here. Everything that I do, in other limbs before the 7th (without ever skimming through anything), focuses on developing the skills required to attain Samadhi, which then prepares one for Liberation/Kaivalya). I reflect upon observing how these practices (may or may not) support with gaining success on all levels of one’s path through contemplation, concentration, focus, and the cultivation of a pure and healthy mind.

Together, these practices are looked into as research areas that help me to delve into exploring the right Karmas (thoughts, speech, actions) and framework for an effective Yoga practice.

I am simply here to practice and to get better and to fully and purely be my True Self in Joy!

Before You Go, Let’s Have a Word About A Word…

Please be sure to note, before moving forward, that the use of the term karma on this site, and in all of my work, is always in the literal, and neutral, translation of the word as actions that have a cause and effect in the world. Please further note that I do not refer to karma in the context of it’s place in ideological beliefs in supernatural curses, past lives, or future existences (in the same way that I do not believe in the existence of literal Gods and Goddesses), since this phenomena has never been proven to be anything other than imagination/fantasy.

If past lives are ever referenced in the context of my work (which it rarely ever is), it is only to serve as a metaphor for the different stages and transformations that one experiences throughout the one physical life that he/she has.

All actions have an effect, this is clear (even one’s body-mind is formed by Karma–from epigenetics, to culture, to education, to experience, to personal effort, to perspective, and everything in between), but once a life has ended, there is no evidence to prove that that being comes back in any other form other than dissolving back into the the atoms, stardust, and Source from which and all things came. If pieces of “you” (atoms) are repurposed, that is as far as it goes in terms of the “you” that “you” know coming back again. Consciousness is impersonal and all-pervasive, “you” as an unique expression is once in an eternity conscious entity even though “you” in material form exist for all of eternity.

In fact, I feel that it is imperative that I state this as a lens through which this work is grounded.

Here, I honor a reality in which there is only one physical life for each of us, and victims of crimes such as slavery, the holocaust, rape, abuse of any kind, and other atrocities never did anything in a past life to deserve their fate in their present one other than exist in a world in which they were the unfortunate recipients of other people’s bad actions (or karma) guided by ignorance or hatred.

This is important to emphasize because this word is often overly misused, and is an area of Yogic Philosophy that I feel is often shrouded in mythology, false ideology, and lack of compassion/understanding that we can sometimes unfortunately see from many popular and well-adopted schools of thought.

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