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...
by admin | Aug 26, 2011 | Inspiration and wisdom
This last week in Melbourne has been truly glorious. After a wet, cold and bleak winter, we are so ready to receive the wonderful warmth and energy of the sun. The wattle is out, blossoms budding and the magnificent magnolias, remind us of the beauty that nature...
by admin | Apr 3, 2011 | Inspiration and wisdom
Autumn is the season for release, we see that around us in nature. Find inspiration in the autumn trees as their brown, red, orange and golden leaves are released and return to the earth where the cycle of life continues. In release we find the space to bring in...
