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Age is just a number: Why it’s never too late to start yoga
I’d like to share a beautiful memory that truly captures the heart of yoga. It’s one I’ll always cherish, and one that I hope brings a smile…
Transformations
At the age of sixteen I had a transformative, but tragic moment that affected me for the rest of my life. My father suffered from acute colitis…
108 Sun Salutations
After practicing yoga for a decade and having taught several hundred classes, I was inspired to embark on the 108 sun salutations journey. Reading time: 5 minutes…
Finding Balance: The Yoga of the Middle Way
Yoga and Buddhism both speak profoundly about balance. But what exactly does “balance” mean? And how can we cultivate it not only on our yoga mats but…
Letting Go: Aparigraha in the Age of Accumulation
In a culture that constantly urges us to acquire more-more possessions, more followers, more experiences, more certifications-the yogic principle of Aparigraha offers a radical alternative. Reading time: 3…
Navigating Your Path after Yoga Teacher Training
Congratulations on completing your 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT)! This is a significant achievement that sets you on the path to enriching both your life and the…
The Transformative Power of Presence in Relationships
In today’s fast-paced world, the demands of daily life can easily dilute the depth of our connections. As we rush through our routines, moments of intimacy with…
Best Yoga Mantras for Cultivating Gratitude
Gratitude is a powerful practice that transforms your mindset. Discover the best yoga mantras for gratitude to cultivate appreciation and joy in your daily life. Reading time:…
Breathing Through Layers
When we breathe with intention, we access profound healing beyond the conscious mind into the body’s most profound memory and energetic imprints. Reading time: 3 minutes Have…
5 Little Things Happy People Do Every Day
Many of us know people who live complicated lives who always seem to have something wrong that they complain about. Many of us have been those who…
From Achievement to Alignment
Over the past two decades, my yoga journey has undergone a transformation, shifting in ways I never could have anticipated. What started as an individualistic and, quite…
Five Reasons International Yoga Retreats Are Good For You
When searching for yoga retreats, it may be tempting to look for quick getaways close to home. Many of us may assume proximity to our residence with…
The Art of Ahimsa: A Path to Conscious Living
There’s something magical that happens when a philosophical concept leaps off the ancient texts and becomes a living, breathing part of your everyday existence. For my husband…
Meditation For Seniors
Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years and remains one of the most effective ways to cultivate inner peace, clarity, and overall well-being. In today’s fast-paced…
5 Ways a Menopause Yoga Group Can Transform Your Journey
Menopause is a time of change. While it brings physical and emotional challenges that can feel like unchartered territory, it can also be a period of growth…
Finding Your Flow: The Best Yoga Spots in London
Yoga can be traced back over 5,000 years with its origins in Northern India. It’s fair to say that its popularity has spread far and wide since…
Finding Your OM: The 5-4-3-2-1 Path to Inner Peace
Discover a revolutionary, yet surprisingly simple, framework – the 5-4-3-2-1 Mattain Method – for cultivating mindfulness, releasing resistance, and connecting with your inherent wholeness. Reading time: 3…
How to Easily Adjust to Daylight Saving Time Change in the Spring
Do you feel tired and groggy after changing your clock? You are not alone. Reading time: 2 minutes Daylight Saving Time (DST) is a yearly tradition in…
Yoga and Buddhism: What’s the Connection?
Have you ever wondered why Buddhist teachings such as impermanence, non-attachment, and compassion blend so well into yoga classes? It’s no coincidence. Reading time: 2 minutes Before Siddhartha Gautama…
Yoga and Imposter Phenomenon
Imposter phenomenon is something that holds so many people back, particularly at work. But it is not just limited to our professional lives; it can creep into…
Empower Your Inner Warrior
The Bhagavad Gita, the best known of all the Hindu scriptures, teaches that if we wish to find the peace of yoga, we must be prepared to…
Five Lessons From the Bhagavad Gita
The Bhagavad Gita is arguably the most influential of all yoga philosophical texts. Despite its ancient roots, it contains profound lessons for us modern practitioners, particularly when…
Top Three Yoga Tips For Perimenopause
Each life transition gives us the opportunity to tailor our yoga practice to best support us. Here are my top 3 tips for how yoga can support…
Can exercise help improve your sleep?
There are various ways in which exercise can improve the quality of sleep. The natural rise and then fall in body temperature is thought to mimic what…