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Deities & Myths▪ ▪June 5, 2026▪ ▪5 min▪ ▪
Who Is Kali? The Goddess Behind the Mantra
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Lifestyle & Community▪ ▪August 3, 2026▪ ▪4 min▪ ▪
How Props Changed My Practice (and Why You Should Use Them)
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Mantras & Practices▪ ▪May 15, 2026▪ ▪4 min▪ ▪
Trataka: The Ancient Practice of Candle Gazing
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Resources & Tools▪ ▪July 31, 2026▪ ▪3 min▪ ▪
The Mala: What 108 Beads Mean and How to Use Them
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Lifestyle & Community▪ ▪July 27, 2026▪ ▪4 min▪ ▪
What to Expect in Your First Yoga Class
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Wisdom & Teachings▪ ▪May 15, 2026▪ ▪4 min▪ ▪
The Pancha Koshas: Your Five Bodies
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About the Author

Matt Swanner is a yoga teacher, musician, and writer based in Durham, North Carolina. Through Project Bhakti, he shares mantra meanings, devotional practices, and tools for weaving spirituality into everyday life. Matt also leads kirtans, workshops, and community circles that combine music, yoga philosophy, and modern mindfulness.