Àse Yoga Studio & Tea Room

Àse Yoga Studio & Tea Room Uncover the power within you, one breath at a time with Àse Yoga! Àse Yoga Studio and Tea Room is a beautiful and serene sanctuary nestled in East Falls.

Àse (pronounced ah-shay) translates to "and so it is," is life force and energy. Àse yoga invites you on a journey to revitalize your life, to unblock and harmonize your energy centers. It's conception came out of direct experience with the Power of Àse experience in health and healing. In experiencing Àse, we activate the subtle, yet powerful, energy centers which enables us to breathe correctl

y, to align our bodies, and to calm our nervous system. Unlike so many places---you are our primary focus.. As well, our emphasis is on relaxation, restoration and rejuvenation. Gently and mindfully, we work with the joints in our body, releasing pain and feeling good. As a sanctuary, Àse Yoga Studio and Tea Room offers you, a private and unique space to unwind

Gardening is a deeply spiritual and soulful journey that reconnects us with nature. Our minds, much like gardens, are fu...
08/29/2026

Gardening is a deeply spiritual and soulful journey that reconnects us with nature. Our minds, much like gardens, are fueled by the thoughts we choose to cultivate. By nurturing certain thoughts, we bring forth a harvest of abundance. When was the last time you truly immersed yourself in the beauty of nature? What seeds are you planting in your own Garden of Paradise?

"Growing Your Own Food Is Like Printing Your Own Money>"
Grew my own Cherry Tomatoes

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Be untrigger-able!Do you know what sets you off? Knowing your emotional triggers is empowering. Are you feeling angry, f...
08/26/2026

Be untrigger-able!

Do you know what sets you off? Knowing your emotional triggers is empowering. Are you feeling angry, fearful, moody, scared, hateful, vengeful, sad, or anxious? These feelings usually come from old hurt and feelings we've pushed down inside--- not really from other people.

Many of us grew up in conditions that weren't exactly filled with tranquility or joy. While our basic needs—like food and shelter—may have been met, the people surrounding us often carried their own unresolved struggles. Clearly, we can't give what we don't have.

We frequently bottle up our emotional pain, often without realizing it. To fit in, we hide our feelings and pretend that everything is fine. Our triggers come from long-standing conditioning that we often overlook.

And certain people get to us more than others. When we do get triggered, we usually blame those around us—like supervisors, coworkers, family, friends, or even strangers. We might say things like, "They made me mad," or "I feel like this because of what happened to me." This blame-shifting is merely an excuse that brings out our existing trigger. Emotional triggers need something or someone to latch onto to thrive.

Being triggered doesn't feel good. But we all have an opportunity to be untriggered. Yet, only a few of us will. Because it's habit-forming. So, it takes courage. When we succeed, though, our lives become more vibrant, and we feel more confident. Express your feelings when you understand them. This sharing promotes health and emotional well-being.

Learn to meditate. Sit quietly and watch your thoughts and feelings as they come and go—no judgment. This awareness helps us break free from endless reactions. Turn your triggers into something creative. Engage in the relaxation response.

Awareness is critical. Witness your triggers. This takes practice. But as you do, you'll notice your triggers gradually fading. Start practicing yoga and qigong to foster a connection between body, mind, and spirit. Open your heart. Transform your energy, and live fully.

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When someone says something that makes us feel uneasy, we usually respond by standing up for ourselves. Or remain silent...
08/23/2026

When someone says something that makes us feel uneasy, we usually respond by standing up for ourselves. Or remain silent. Still, we feel some way inside. Even our heart may beat rapidly. Conflicts often happen when people carelessly throw around words that may belittle others. Some people: what comes up comes out. Often, they're not even aware of how what they say makes others feel. That's because they're talking, not communicating.

Talking is cheap. It's mechanical. It's words that keep others at a distance; those words avoid real union. People may talk continuously out of habit, to fill silence, isolate themselves, and shield others from reaching their true selves.

Usually, people talk at you, not to you. Spouses, parents, and children all talk, often thinking they're really communicating. But did you know around 27% of American adults, which is about 67 million people, don't talk to at least one family member? Countries talk, and end up in wars.

Daily, we're filling the air with noise, with about 11,900 words. That's down from around 16,000. Nowadays, texting, working from home, and apps have reduced even face-to-face talk. Texting is talking now.

Talk is common. Communication is rare. How many of us have experienced genuine communication? When you share your thoughts and feelings with someone, how do you feel? Are you holding back? When we communicate, we understand each other; we are equal.

We all grow up expressing ourselves based on what we're exposed to. Our caretakers, teachers, religious leaders, and society shape how we express ourselves. Emotionally, we may choose to talk instead of communicate. But without genuine communication, everything starts to fall apart; relationships break down, and daily life gets tough.

Communicating is beautiful. It's an art we have to learn. To do that, focus on your fifth energy center, known as the throat chakra, Sekhem or Vishuddha. This chakra is located in your neck and throat. It's vital in how we communicate, express ourselves, and articulate our personal truth. Communication speaks to healing and transformation. Learn how to express yourself.

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So you think you look good! Do you feel good? Posture plays a crucial role in our overall wellness. Pay attention to how...
08/20/2026

So you think you look good! Do you feel good? Posture plays a crucial role in our overall wellness. Pay attention to how you stand and how you position your spine, shoulders, elbows, fingers, knees, and feet. Are your feet flat on the ground? Is your chest open or slouched? Is your head jutting out in front of your body or tilted downward? These may seem like minor details, but they significantly affect our health and energy levels.

The way you carry yourself speaks volumes about your confidence, feelings, and inner power. How do you feel inside? Many of us hold our bodies in ways that convey vulnerability, almost as if we're expecting to be bullied or scolded.

Our constant cellphone use is pulling our heads forward and down as we text, talk, and glance at screens. Of course, this affects our physical and mental health. This behavior is often called "tech neck." We're straining our necks, spines, and joints by constantly looking down at our devices instead of engaging with the world around us. Even when we walk in nature, we see people glued to their devices.

It's called "phone body." Gradually, these habits lead to neck pain, poor posture, and soreness in our fingers and wrists from endless scrolling and swiping. Moreover, excessive phone use affects your attention span, sleep quality, memory, and stress levels. Over time, our bodies and minds adapt to this routine, making us increasingly reliant on our gadgets.

It's time to break free. Try spending some time outdoors every day without your device, letting your body move naturally. Shift from phone body to human body. Shift from mindless scrolling to intentional, mindful use. Treat your phone as a tool, not a master. Your body is a gift, not a gadget...

Consider practicing yoga, qigong, or tai chi to maintain steady, relaxed, comfortable posture. Remember to relax your joints and ease your mind.

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You know the saying, "Liar, liar, pants on fire"? It's a classic way to call someone out for lying. While it's hard to p...
08/18/2026

You know the saying, "Liar, liar, pants on fire"? It's a classic way to call someone out for lying. While it's hard to pinpoint exactly how many people lie, almost everyone has likely told a few fibs at some point in their lives. On average, people tell about zero to two lies a day, and reports suggest that around 60% to 75% of individuals admit to telling at least one or two small lies daily.

Interestingly, some people lie for a living, such as those in politics, sales, law, real estate, and telemarketing. By age two or three, children start to grasp the concept of lying. By ages four to six, they learn to master it as they develop further.

So why do we lie? Often, it's to avoid trouble or gain something we want. Some lies help us avoid the discomfort of facing reality and the personal change it requires. Lies also shield our egos and let us escape the truth, keeping us from personal growth.

Being honest can be pretty daunting. Lies often expose our ego defenses and the fleeting comforts that prevent us from confronting reality. Have you ever encountered a situation where someone cheated and lied about it? Or promised to do something, only to fall short? Some individuals, known as pathological liars, fabricate stories without apparent reason.

How do you feel when someone deceives you? Do you find yourself lying? Consider taking a fresh start. The first step is to understand why you lie—perhaps to feel special, draw attention, or hide your true self. Whatever the reason, lies siphon off our energy. One falsehood often leads to many more to cover it up. Truth stands alone without the need for defense or memory. Lies can also breed anxiety. We can't seek out truth when we're too busy maintaining illusions.

Truth is our birthright. Many of us grow up tangled in beliefs, propaganda, and falsehoods that we accept as truth. By gradually shedding polite lies, educational lies, formal pretenses, and social masks, we conserve our life energy. We move closer to authenticity. When we embrace the truth, we stop pretending. By speaking the truth, we find peace and free ourselves. Truth is love. Let's celebrate it!

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It takes courage to heal rather than remain the same worn-out, conditioned being. With healing, we become whole again, n...
08/17/2026

It takes courage to heal rather than remain the same worn-out, conditioned being. With healing, we become whole again, no longer fragmented. It means growing into your full potential. We feel the natural flow of our own energy. How many of us ever talk about energy? That doesn't mean it doesn't exist.

With depleted energy, so many of us go to work only to retire and do nothing. Have you ever looked at the face of someone providing you service, cooking your food, or even treating you at a hospital? A lot of them, if you ask them, do not like what they're doing, even doctors. And so, even if we're doing something just for the money, inside we're rotting away. We waste away while looking forward to doing nothing. Interestingly, most of us don't know what to do when we are not working.

We must realize that where we spend our time affects us. If the work we do to sustain ourselves causes distress, it can contribute to disease and pain, including high blood pressure, headaches, digestive issues, autoimmune conditions, arthritis, cancer, heart disease, and respiratory problems. No matter how strong we may look on the outside, we must care for our inner well-being.

We do that by keeping energy flowing through every cell of the body. Unfortunately, we often ignore what we cannot see. Our life force, cells, oxygen, blood, nutrients, and organs all support our health and wellness. When these systems become stagnant, illness follows.

One of the coolest things we can do is prioritize our lives. We can do this by letting our energy flow freely. Are you ready to let it out? What energy are you holding back inside?

What if the prescription we need wasn't from the pharmacy, but inside of us? Instead of going through the motions like a robot, you remember that you are a powerful human being. Give yourself the gift of a healthy mind, body, and spirit. Make where you go every day not merely a job or work, but a purpose.

We live in a country that is quick to diagnose but slow to heal. Healing is our responsibility. Energy is real. Make it a habit to practice yoga, qigong, or Tai Chi every day. Learn to breathe.

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Why do we do what we do? Why do 82 million people, or 32% of Americans, have tattoos? Why do thousands choose to wear no...
08/15/2026

Why do we do what we do? Why do 82 million people, or 32% of Americans, have tattoos? Why do thousands choose to wear nose rings? Who are we? Do we have values, philosophies, or principles we follow in life?

Many of us are swayed by social media, which now acts like a new kind of "peer pressure" and can even make us cling to what others do. The other day someone told me they were moving to Bangkok. Indeed, social media influenced them. This kind of influence pushes us to fit in with what society expects. We've all been there...We end up becoming clones, psychological copies, or imitations of those around us. We're a million in one million rather than one in a million.

From how we speak to how we dress, the foods we eat, where we travel, and even drugs and va**ng, we easily mimic others. Unfortunately, this way of existing destroys our human essence, causing us to wear false masks instead of living authentically. Peer pressure turns us into conformists and imitators. Our minds are weak, which allows influences to hide our uniqueness.

When you walk down the street, you can see the effects of conformity: people seeking social approval through curated ear stacks, hair coloring, sagging pants, women in little girl clothes, and other trends. With peer pressure and social media, even kind people can become mean or angry when they should accept themselves as they are. This acceptance can be the hardest challenge since it often goes against our upbringing and social engineering. It takes willpower.

Stand your ground and stay aware of what's going on around you. Setting boundaries is key because it helps us understand our limits with others. Know what's right and wrong, and tune in to how you feel. Embrace notions like truth, fairness, balance, harmony, and just doing the right thing.

Just tell yourself, "I'm a unique spirit." Remember, each of us is one of a kind. No one has ever been like us, and no one ever will be again. Don't waste your time stressing over what others think or just following the crowd. Work on discovering yourself. Face each moment with honesty and love. Live with meaning...and new beginning.

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Are you growing older but not growing up? Has anyone ever said to you, "Grow up." Some of us are walking around in big b...
08/12/2026

Are you growing older but not growing up? Has anyone ever said to you, "Grow up." Some of us are walking around in big bodies but with immature minds. Its's not cute. Getting older is just a part of life, while growing up is more about changing from the inside. A lot of us go through life without really living it, just passing the time without being fully aware. So even though we may call ourselves adults, we may not be. Being a true adult isn't about our age. It's about wisdom and maturity.

Just look around you — immaturity is at an all-time high. We often cling to our childish habits in driving, eating, entertainment, and identities as a way to avoid growing up. In the U.S., about 150 to 180 million adults are into video games. Playing games, something once seen as just for children, is now super common among so-called adults.

At our own risk, we're not growing up. Emotional immaturity is showing up in blaming others, refusing to compromise, acting impulsively, giving people the silent treatment, throwing tantrums, or being aggressive in conflicts. Nowadays, we even praise and reward angry reactions instead of encouraging thoughtful dialogues.

Many of us fear aging. What we don't realize is that a mature person has no more obsessions with any game. Even more, aging is not a burden — it is a deep blessing. We no longer live with pretension and masks. In maturing, we muster up the courage to embrace our authentic self, fully, to complete natural growth and ripen.

In maturing, we begin to heal and transform from within. And so, becoming an adult in its deepest sense is a spiritual awakening — a process of releasing ego, letting go of old attachments, and meeting life's changes with grace. And no doubt there will be challenges.

When we mature, we stay calm when we feel anger or frustration instead of just reacting. Also, we own up to our mistakes without pointing fingers at others. An adult is not defined by age, but by our ability to respond to life with emotional balance, responsibility, and care for how our actions affect others. Grow up!

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Do you see the glass as half-empty or half-full? Are you always talking about what's wrong? Do you tend to dwell on what...
08/10/2026

Do you see the glass as half-empty or half-full? Are you always talking about what's wrong? Do you tend to dwell on what's missing, what didn't happen? The truth is that the glass is always totally full. What we can't see—like air, spirit, or potential—fills up the space we think of as empty, reminding us that we're never really missing anything in life. Besides, what's not there may be an opportunity for us.

When we see something as half-empty, we focus on what is missing or what is going wrong rather than what is still there. We complain. If the bus is late, our food takes longer than expected, we don't earn as much money as we'd like, or we lose an earring, the complaints pile up. We even complain about nature: it's raining, it's hot, it's cold—the list is endless.

Criticizing and grumbling feed the ego. Constant complaining rewires our brains to make future complaints more likely, reinforcing negativity. A complaining mind is never at peace. And of course, complaining isn't healthy for the brain.

A lot of us focus more on complaining than being grateful. It's easy to fall into the habit of griping about everything. We get upset when our Amazon orders don't show up on time, right? And let's be real, have we gotten sucked into checking out everyone else's complaints on social media? Turn off the grumbling. Complaining definitely strokes our ego, but it also makes us forget all the sacrifices others have made for us.

Once complaining disappears, so does misery. We see the full glass! Take a moment: stop feeding your ego; nourish your spirit.

Don't grumble; be grateful. Each moment is a chance to start fresh. Real peace begins only when we drop the habit of grumbling. Break the habit of waking up with gripes. Next time you're in the presence of someone, greet them with gratitude. Practice whining and complaining less. The more we embrace gratitude, the more we will see and appreciate the gifts around us.

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Some truths need to be spoken, whether we want to hear them or not. What we do affects not only us but also the people i...
08/05/2026

Some truths need to be spoken, whether we want to hear them or not. What we do affects not only us but also the people in our lives. The way we behave matters. That's why, years ago, parents sent their children to school with the message, "Do not embarrass me." They knew their child's behavior reflected who they were. And so, collectively, we're always impacting our community.

Every word and choice we make creates a ripple effect, influencing the emotional and physical well-being of others. Right now, we could be harming someone because of our actions and attitudes. A truth reflected in the philosophy of Ubuntu: "I am because we are." No action occurs in isolation. It's not just about us.

Anger, rage, and ignorance hurt the people around us. Are you hurting someone around you? A lot of times, when you ask someone about a behavior they displayed that was ignorant, they might shrug it off with, "I don't care." What they don't realize is that their behavior is affecting the people in their lives.

Besides, the "I don't care" attitude means they are dealing with some hidden pain. But they want to protect their ego or dodge emotional issues. It's a shield that helps them avoid feeling vulnerable or facing up to rejection, pain, or the consequences of their actions.

What we don't realize is that many casualties stem from our anger or "I don't care" attitude. We're harming others. But we can choose to change our behavior and attitude. From social media to movies to society, we've been conditioned to be rude. It takes daily practice to change. But it's worth it. Actions rooted in awareness, community, respect, and love naturally open us up to peace, wellness, freedom, and healing. We retire our ego.

Just remember, whatever vibe, actions, or kindness you share with the world will come back to you. Being kind, respectful, and having good morals is cool. It's the key to living a long, happy life. Be aware of your attitude and actions. Do no harm.

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4054 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19129

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 12:30pm
6pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 12:30pm
6pm - 7:30pm
Thursday 11am - 12:30pm
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Sunday 9am - 10:30am

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