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The Yamas and Niyamas: Exploring Svadhyaya
Svadhyaya is one of those quietly powerful practices that lives at the heart of yoga. It sits among the Niyamas, the internal disciplines outlined in the Eight Limbs of Yoga, and it is often translated as "self-study."
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Jul 263 min read


Falling Out of Child’s Pose and Into Compassion
A small SI joint injury became a big teacher. As a yoga teacher, I had to embrace Ahimsa (kindness), Satya (truth), and Aparigraha (letting go). I swapped big flows for gentle, somatic movement and gained fresh empathy for students in pain. Yoga doesn’t make us invincible—it makes us honest and kind. Wherever you are in your body, you are welcome on the mat. Simple is powerful. Small moments count.
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Jul 143 min read


The Circle of Control
What Is It? The Circle of Control is a reflective tool that helps us make peace with what we cannot change, and act wisely within what...
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May 74 min read


Loving Kindness Meditation: A Practice for Cultivating Compassion and Improving Mental Health
In the fast-paced world we live in, it’s easy to become disconnected from ourselves and others. Stress, anxiety, and negative emotions can often take over our lives, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and drained. But there is a simple practice that can help restore balance, cultivate compassion, and improve our overall mental health: Loving Kindness Meditation (LKM).
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Apr 264 min read


Introducing A Trilogy of Soulful Retreats
I’m so delighted to share that I’ll be holding three beautiful day retreats this year—each one lovingly crafted to offer you the space,...
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Apr 162 min read


Finding Balance: Lowering Cortisol Through the Koshas
We all face stress in today’s world, but its effects go far beyond the physical.
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Jan 241 min read


Happy New Year, Lovely Souls!
As we step into 2025, there’s an undeniable energy in the air—a call to embrace change, growth, and all the beautiful possibilities...
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Jan 112 min read


The History of Surya Namaskar: A Journey Through Sun Salutations
Surya Namaskar, or Sun Salutation, is one of the most recognisable sequences in modern yoga practice. It is a flowing series of postures...
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Dec 16, 20244 min read


Week In Review - 25th November 2024
I’ve been reflecting on the seasonal shift as autumn gives way to winter—a poignant time of transition
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Dec 1, 20242 min read


Slow Medicine - How and Why It Is As Important as Traditional Treatments
In a world driven by quick fixes, instant gratification, and the constant hum of busyness, it’s no wonder we find ourselves yearning....
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Nov 19, 20243 min read


Week In Review - 11th November 2024
Theme of the week: Renewal Through Rest - Finding Our Roots Classes Taught: 8 This past week, our sessions embraced the wisdom of...
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Nov 17, 20242 min read


The Quiet Ache of Women’s Loneliness
In a world that seems more connected than ever, an epidemic of loneliness quietly weaves its way into the lives of women everywhere.
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Nov 15, 20244 min read


Week In Review - 4th November 2024
Theme of the week: Agni - The Light Within Classes Taught: 8 I enjoyed the theme of Agni this week and also loved connecting with the...
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Nov 10, 20242 min read


Unfolding the Truth About Yoga: Beyond the Myths
Sometimes, the most beautiful journeys begin with clearing away misconceptions. Like morning mist dissolving in sunlight, let's gently...
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Nov 6, 20244 min read


Exploring Tratak Meditation: The Practice of Focused Gazing for Inner Clarity and Calm
Tratak meditation, an ancient yogic practice, invites us to focus on a single point, often a candle flame, to still the mind...
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Nov 5, 20243 min read


Agni: The Fire Within - Finding Light in the Darkness
As November wraps us in its deepening darkness, it's no coincidence that across cultures, we find ourselves drawn to light and fire. From...
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Nov 3, 20243 min read


Week In Review - 28th October 2024
Theme of the week: Samhain Classes Taught: 3 The week has been a dance between the mundane and the sacred - balancing half term...
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Nov 2, 20242 min read


Beyond Halloween: Honouring the Ancestral Roots of Samhain
The ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, a time when the veil between worlds thins, illuminates the power of transitions—between seasons,...
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Oct 31, 20242 min read


Integrating Jungian Analysis with Somatic Practices in Wellness
Wellness is a multidimensional journey that encompasses physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects of self.
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Oct 28, 20243 min read


Week In Review - 21st October 2024
Theme of the week: Remember and Reclaim Classes Taught: 7 This week has beautifully highlighted the delicate balance between holding...
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Oct 27, 20243 min read
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