Shiva Rea seems like someone with whom I'd like to hang out. You know those people who just radiate a mellow, healing vibe? Simple proximity to those folks makes you feel calm and sunny. That innate ...

In today's world of constant hustle and performance, the word "meditation" often conjures images of calm lakes, peaceful monks, and a state of emotional neutrality. Especially in corporate circles, ...

SHIVA REA, the reigning queen of L.A.’s saturated yoga scene, strikes a pose for Yogi Times photographer Jasper Johal. “Scoot back a little so that light catches your face,” directs Johal, whose photo ...

Yoga teacher Shiva Rea, left, teaches her Prana Vinyasa Yoga at Joyful Warrior Yoga on Sunday. Renee C. Byer [email protected] Some devotees call her the rock star of the yoga world. Yoga pioneer Shiva ...

LITTLE ROCK — Of course Shiva Rea is a morning person. While the rest of us are fumbling for the coffee grinder, slit eyed, the yoga guru is probably doing sun salutations on the way to the shower.

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