by admin | Nov 24, 2013 | Yoga mudras
Below is a short yoga sequence that explores gentle upper body movements synchronised with the breath. Each movement can be experienced as a gesture (mudra) that evokes a certain mood or attitude within. For me, an asana practice is a series of full body mudras; each...
by admin | Nov 21, 2013 | Inspiration and wisdom, Meditations & relaxations
Sitting or lying comfortably, with eyes closed, take a few moments to bring attention to your breath, mantra, or any other technique that you normally use to centre yourself. When you feel settled, ask yourself this series of questions: What have I received today? Be...
by admin | Sep 12, 2013 | Inspiration and wisdom
” Mindfulness is more than a practice, it’s a way of life” Just over 12 months ago I wrote this post but didn’t publish. It is interesting to look back over the past year and reflect on how I was feeling then. Now I would like to share with you...
by admin | Aug 22, 2013 | Yoga asana
I returned from a wonderful week teaching at Sanctuary Retreat in Mission beach, North Queensland to find my family coughing, sniffling and low in energy; yep they all had a head cold. Determined to not be taken down, I put together a program of positive attitude,...
by admin | Jun 2, 2013 | Inspiration and wisdom
When we take time to reflect on our thoughts and actions we can learn much about how we interact in the world around us and how the world interacts with us. Recently I realised some interesting things about myself……. About 6 months ago, a woman I had only...
by admin | Apr 25, 2013 | Meditations & relaxations
The throat centre, vishuddhi chakra is the seat of verbal communication. When open and balanced, we give voice to our thoughts and feelings, our deepest hearts desire. We can speak with clarity and truth, expressing our wants and needs to others. The colour associated...
by admin | Mar 29, 2013 | Inspiration and wisdom
I dedicate this poem to all the beautiful women in my life. I am moved and inspired daily by your triumphs, resilience, patience, strength, courage, compassion and love. Stand tall and proud in the truth of who you are. Imagine a Woman Imagine a woman who believes it...
by admin | Mar 29, 2013 | Inspiration and wisdom, Meditations & relaxations, Reflections on yoga, Yoga mudras
We express ourselves to others and the world around us through communication: who we are, what we believe in, our attachments and aversions. Much of this communication is through gesture, posture and facial expressions, while spoken communication gives voice to our...
by admin | Feb 24, 2013 | Meditations & relaxations
Here are two wonderful relaxation techniques that use auto suggestion in helping the body and mind to relax. They are especially beneficial to use in bed if you have difficulties getting to sleep. You may like to learn the sequence and repeat mentally to yourself or...
by admin | Feb 18, 2013 | Meditations & relaxations
In this recording, there is an opportunity to release any cares, worries or burdens from the mind. When the mind is uncluttered, there is space for creativity and clear thinking. Picture yourself in a clearing, flying a kite…….. Kite – Letting Go...
