by admin | Jun 24, 2012 | Meditations & relaxations
In this recorded relaxation, we move through the physical body – observing the breath, the emotional body – observing our feelings and the mental body – observing our thoughts. As you witness these various aspects of your personality, try to remain...
by admin | Jun 13, 2012 | Yoga mudras
In class this week, we explored hasta mudras or hand gestures. Mudras are yoga positions for your hands and fingers that can be practised sitting, lying down, standing or walking. Mudras can be practised anywhere and at any time, however for best results, one should...
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 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...