by admin | Mar 30, 2012 | Inspiration and wisdom
I love Erich Schiffmann’s book ‘YOGA The Spirit and Practice of Moving Into Stillness’. He speaks in a way that resonates truth: his words feel familiar and comfortable to me, like a favourite jumper. I share with you a piece I particularly enjoy. It...
by admin | Mar 6, 2012 | Inspiration and wisdom, Meditations & relaxations
Often in our busy lives it is difficult to find time for ourselves. We can become consumed with getting things done and meeting other people’s needs and over time we become depleted and sometimes resentful. It is important to find ways to fill yourself up, so...
by admin | Feb 19, 2012 | Inspiration and wisdom, Meditations & relaxations
The word pranayama is comprised of the sanskrit words “prana” meaning breath or life force and “ayama” to length or expansion. This practice of controlled breathing helps the energy to flow more easily into the nadis or energy pathways and...
by admin | Oct 18, 2011 | Inspiration and wisdom, Reflections on yoga
When people think of yoga, it is often the postures that comes to mind – the physical practice (or Hatha yoga). For me, yes of course the physical work is important, it helps us feel strong and supple, vibrant and at ease with our bodies. Yoga, too is a...
by admin | Sep 6, 2011 | Inspiration and wisdom
Yoga was bought to the west from India by a lineage of male teachers. Now there’s a generation of women who are leading the way. They’re strong they’re inspiring and they’re radically changing peoples lives. From the busy streets of Manhattan to the dusty slums of...
