Mike Affaneh

Prana Cafe Meditation In a city as alive and expressive as Austin, Texas , it’s easy to feel inspired — and just as easy to feel overwhelmed. With constant movement, ambition, and stimulation, many of us quietly ask the same question: Am I living in alignment with my true purpose? In ancient Eastern philosophy, this idea is called dharma  — your soul’s natural path, the work and way of living that feels deeply right, sustainable, and meaningful. At Prana , our coffee and smoothie shop in...

Prana Cafe street sign How Prana Cafe Is Quietly Disrupting the Smoothie Market in Austin Austin doesn’t suffer from a lack of smoothie shops. From big chains to neighborhood spots, you can grab a green drink on almost every corner. But tucked away on East 7th Street, Prana Cafe is doing something different—something that feels less like a quick grab-and-go and more like a full-body exhale. While major players like JuiceLand, with dozens of locations across Texas, focus on rapid expansion and...

As Valentine's Day approaches, love is often the first thing that comes to mind. While chocolates, flowers, and romantic dinners are...