Yoga has taken Western culture by storm, especially within the last decade, and with that comes a fair share of ups and downs. One of the downfalls is that the teachings have started to become slivers of what they once were -- a watered down version, like a game of telephone. Regardless of this observation, the most important thing when on the mat is making a true connection with yourself, allowing compassion and mindfulness to blossom. With the knowledge that has been passed down through…