by admin | Apr 17, 2012 | Meditations & relaxations
Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril) breathing is an effective way to cultivate feelings of balance and wellbeing. There are many ways to enjoy this pranayama and here I invite you to explore a creative approach using visualisation. This can be performed in a...
by admin | Apr 3, 2012 | Meditations & relaxations, Reflections on yoga
I was fortunate to spend a few days down by the beach recently which has inspired this voice recording. There is a real sense of space at the beach; distant horizons, boats moored off the shore, seabirds in flight and endless stretches of sand. It’s a wonderful...
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 | Nov 28, 2010 | Inspiration and wisdom, Meditations & relaxations
Sitting 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 specific...
by admin | Oct 10, 2010 | Meditations & relaxations
This is a meditation I recently used in a workshop on the Anahata chakra, to awaken to energy of Spring. Sit in sukhasana. Place your hands on your knees in chin mudra , with palms facing up to open your awareness or palms facing down (jnana) to calm the mind. Bring...
