Month: September 2020
Yin Yoga vs Menopause
Rose Shaw explains how Yin Yoga may help ease menopause symptoms When suffering the discomfort of menopause and perimenopausal symptoms, the very last thing we feel like…
Aroma therapy
Using essential oils during the menopause for comfort and nurturing There are many ways to find comfort and support for those experiencing symptoms associated with the menopause…
Yoga, menopause and me
Four women describe their own experiences Charlotte Fleming, 41, Stafford Yoga has transformed me in all manner of ways…there is a sentence I never thought I would…
Don’t worry, be happy
A meditation for laughing at life. By Jill Lawson Laughter is good medicine. A positive attitude keeps the doctor away and optimism does wonders for our health…
Be more #Mindfloral
From meditation to gardening, popular flower brand Interflora has put together a bunch of fresh ideas to promote everyday mindfulness Reaching for that third cup of coffee…
Yoga at the Serpentine
Yoga fulfils Serpentine artist’s vision in aid of Mind charity. By Lucy Edge When Serpentine Pavilion artist Junya Ishigami described his work as “a cave-like space for…
Feed your mind to stay motivated and inspired
Feeding your mind to stay motivated and inspired is just as important as feeding your body with nourishing foods, says Nicky Clinch “Your mind will always believe…
Five gems of mindfulness inspiration
Mindfulness can be great to help us navigate life with more ease and find more purpose. Here are some nuggets of wisdom on doing just that from…
Shine through the chakras
Upgrade your operating system through the energetic compass of the chakras. By Schamet Horsfield Chakras, chakras chakras…you have probably been hearing this word a lot recently, but…
Moving meditation through Tao Calligraphy
What is Tao Calligraphy? OM explores an ancient Chinese spiritual practice re-envisaged for the modern era The ancient art of Chinese calligraphy has long been revered for…
Hidden Treasures of the East
Exploring the true meaning of yoga’s gifts to the West. Diwali – the Festival of Light Originating in the East, Diwali is a famous festival celebrating light…
A Year of Self-Love – November: Moving through pain
November; Moving through pain Self-love is the practice of loving yourself just as you are. Loving all sides of yourself: the light as well as the darkness….
Eat drink yoga – November 2019
Healthy eating goodies Nutritious Delicious Coconut Milk Yoghurt Say hello to Nutritious Delicious, a new range of lusciously creamy coconut milk yoghurts. Certified vegan and 100% dairy…
Busting the diet myth
Understand the simple nutrition basics before you worry about what milk to put in your tea, writes Adele Stickland Nutrition and the latest diet are a constant,…
The 3 myths of children’s yoga teaching
Breaking the myths in teaching yoga for children. By Ayala Homossany “I am so bored!” “Oh…This class is so boring!!!” Have you ever heard these words in…
The eightfold path of yoga for children
Introducing yoga’s eightfold path – Patanjali’s template for a meaningful life – to children. By Bryony Duckitt Without philosophy, yoga would be gymnastics. It is, in fact,…
Happy Birthday OM
left to right: Randalle love, Eleonora Zampatti, Phylicia Bonanno Centre front: Melanie Lznaola This month marks the 100th issue of OM Yoga & Lifestyle magazine. We asked…
My Yoga Biz – Rachael Field
MyYogaBiz Tips from the experts to help you grow the yoga business of your dreams This month’s mentor: Rachael Field, 39, of Eva & Alma (evaandalma.com) in…
Land your dream yoga job
Top tips on how to land your dream job as a yoga teacher. By Colleen Grady Have you ever put those dreamy photos of yoga teachers leading…
Mad Jessie – Fun & funky
FUN & FUNKY Mad Jessie celebrates people through their hand-drawn, colourful, fun, unique leggings, and their commitment to making you feel good about who you are left…
Inspire your teaching with simple yoga stick figures
Inspire your teaching with simple yoga stick figures You have probably come across little yoga stick figure drawings: Maybe you learned drawing them during teacher training and…
A yoga teacher training journey
A personal account of a yoga teacher training in Bali, by Sonal Thakrar I embarked on my second teacher training in April 2019, this time over an…
A fair energy exchange
It’s not all about money, but there’s got to be a fair energy exchange in all business dealings, writes Paula Hines In the world of business across…
Yoga is for every body – November 2019
Yoga is for every body Your pictures. Your community We want your photos!Send us happy shots, fun pics, great asana (or bad asana!), big smiley faces, anything…