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Can Yoga Be Considered Meditation?
Do you need a break from today’s busy world? Yoga and meditation offer great ways to recharge and relax without breaking the bank. However, with plenty of…
Resilience, Hope, And The Power Of Yoga
At Achieve Charter High School in Paradise, students practiced yoga both before and after the Camp Fire. This article is about resilience, hope, and the power of…
Yoga for Multitasking
In today’s fast-paced world, multitasking has become a badge of honour. People pride themselves on juggling multiple responsibilities at once, believing it makes them more efficient. However,…
Why Vinyasa Yoga Is a Beneficial Exercise for Older Adults
Vinyasa is among the best yoga for older adults, offering gentle movement and strength without strain – perfect for staying active and healthy as you age. Reading…
Rediscovering Yoga’s Ethical Roadmap
In the Instagram-driven world of contemporary yoga, we’ve collectively fallen into a trap. Yoga has been reduced to pretzel-like contortions, perfectly filtered handstands, and designer leggings. Not…
This is the Most Important Thing about Yoga
Yoga is more than poses because it’s a way of life rooted in non-violence towards oneself, others, and nature. Reading time: 2 minutes Most people think yoga…
Using Gardening to Cultivate Inner Peace and Reduce Stress
Stress can put a burden on our lives and lead to us feeling overwhelmed by the world around us. There are methods that can help you manage…
More than a Physical Practice
Have you ever wondered what makes yoga more than just a physical practice? Asanas are important, there is no doubt about that. But, it’s important to remember…
The Five Benefits of Gratitude, Proven by Science
We often hear about the power and importance of gratitude in improving the quality of our lives. Yet, many of us easily find ourselves drowning in self-pity…
Is magnesium a miracle mineral for sleep?
Magnesium is an incredibly important nutrient, responsible for over 300 chemical reactions that take place within your body, including quite a few that may have positive associations…
The surprising dialogue between your feet and your Pelvic Floor Health
As a private yoga teacher for over three decades, I’ve learned that some of the most powerful lessons come from unexpected moments in class. Reading time: 2…
Aligning Breath with Movement
Have you ever considered that breath could be more than just a backdrop for your posture practice? When integrated intentionally, the breath becomes an active partner, seamlessly…
7 surprising foods that can drain your energy
Have you ever woken up feeling tired and sluggish and struggled all day to shift these feelings of fatigue? Or, maybe it comes to 3pm and you…
Why yoga and meditation is very important for us
Stress and difficulties appear to be a permanent companion in the fast-paced world of today. Modern life’s responsibilities frequently leave little time for rest and self-care. Reading…
Brittle nails and the menopause
Brittle nails are one of the more unusual symptoms connected to the menopause. Most women will not equate cracked and chipping nails with their change; however brittle…
An Ayurvedic Guide to Thriving in the Cold Months
Many people view winter as dreary and gloomy while it is a time of cosy, togetherness for some. Nature works in magical ways, and the change of…
Working it out
What’s your relationship like with exercise? More deeply, how would you describe the relationship you have with yourself and your body? Upon exploring this question personally, I…
Could healthy fats be the key to weight loss?
A common assumption is that if you want to lose weight you should cut your intake of fat, right? Well, perhaps this is no longer the best…
Hanuman’s Leap of Faith
Most of us are aware of the Splits Pose also known as Hanumanasana, and sometimes called Monkey Pose. Many do not know the story of this pose…
How Yoga Therapy May Help Athletes Heal Faster After Injury
How can you use yoga for injury recovery? Is doing so safe? Here’s what you need to know. Reading time: 4 minutes Scores of studies attest to…
Pranayama Lost in Translation
Like for many of us, when I first came to yoga, pranayama was of secondary importance to asana. We were taught breathing techniques like the ‘complete yogic…
The Ancient Wisdom of Pranayama
As a yoga teacher with three decades of experience, I’ve witnessed countless students transform their lives through the simple yet profound practice of pranayama. For midlife individuals,…
Navigating the Wilderness of Grief
 Discover how yoga and mindfulness can help you navigate the complex journey of grief, offering comfort, resilience, and renewal. Reading time: 4 minutes Grief is a journey…
How to Balance the Third Eye Chakra
The third eye chakra is located between the brows, at the centre of the forehead. It is the place of imagination, visualisation, instinct, and intuition. Of course,…