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 | 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 | Dec 3, 2010 | Reflections on yoga
When one rests in savasana, we create an opportunity for letting go. Within the knots of our muscles, are emotional reactions from past experiences. As we surrender to stillness and our body begins to relax, these pockets of tension may rise to the surface of our...
by admin | Sep 16, 2010 | Musings, Reflections on yoga
For a moment imagine the human body as a musical instrument, especially one of the Indian instruments like the Sitar or Sarangi, which have playing strings that are struck or bowed, and also have 40-odd strings which are never played but are sympathetic strings. When...
by admin | Aug 19, 2010 | Reflections on yoga
Asana practice is so much more than moving the body physically. Naturally, one’s flexibility and strength will improve, as will the general tone of your body. However a deeper experience is possible when you are immersed in the experience. You begin by observing...
