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Yoga and the Art of Surrender Unfolding Like a Lotus Have you ever held a pose in downward-facing dog, sweat dripping, muscles trembling, and just wanted to… give up? To let go of the struggle, sink into the mat, and let whatever happens, happen? Welcome to the beautiful paradox of yoga: a practice of both […]

The Power of Acceptance Sometimes we observe other people’s lives and think we’ll never experience what they’re living, whether it’s a positive or negative situation. You think, “That will never happen to me.” Read on to find out more about the strength in surrender and the power of acceptance. If we choose to see it,

Teaching Yoga While Pregnant Teaching Yoga while Pregnant, Navigating a Growing Belly and Limited Practice Teaching yoga while pregnant is a rewarding journey, though it comes with challenges, especially as the body changes and grows. At this stage, my teaching approach has shifted to honour my energy levels, respect physical limitations, and stay connected with

Grief is Love Grief is Love: Finding Healing Through Yoga and Mindfulness Grief is one of the most profound emotions we experience as humans. It’s raw, complex, and often overwhelming. Yet, beneath the sorrow and pain lies something incredibly powerful: love. Grief exists because we cared deeply, and the love we shared doesn’t simply disappear

Winter Yoga  As we transition into Winter, we move from the energy of growth and activity toward a season of stillness and introspection. Yoga teaches us to align with these natural cycles, using them to cultivate balance, resilience, and awareness. Winter’s quiet energy is an invitation to turn inward, embodying principles from yogic philosophy. These

Yoga during Pregnancy Adjusting Your Yoga Practice During Pregnancy: Insights from a 24-Week Journey Pregnancy is a beautiful journey that brings profound changes to both body and mind. As a yoga teacher currently 24 weeks pregnant, I’ve found that tuning into my evolving body and adjusting my yoga practice has been essential for both my

Yoga Quotes Yoga Wisdom: Quotes to Inspire Your Practice and Elevate Your Soul Yoga is more than just contorting your body into intricate poses. It’s a tapestry woven with threads of mindfulness, self-discovery, and a profound connection to something greater than ourselves. And while the physical practice holds undeniable benefits, it’s the wisdom gleaned from

Pranayamas Calming Pranayamas for Stress Relief and Mindfulness Prana is our life-force energy which we get in numerous ways including our breath, the food we eat, the activities we do and the people we spend time with.  Pranayama is the practice of controlling or expanding our Prana through breathing practices. These practices are a fundamental

The Autumn Equinox The Autumn Equinox is a time to release and create space for new growth. As the warmth of summer fades and the crispness of Autumn begins to fill the air, we arrive at the Autumn Equinox, a moment of perfect balance between light and dark. This natural turning point invites us to

The Final Niyama, Ishvara Pranidhana, the Yoga of Surrender In the busyness and ‘doing’ of our lives, the striving for control can be deafening. We juggle deadlines, navigate relationships, and wrestle with anxieties, often forgetting the simple power of letting go. This is where the final niyama, Ishvara Pranidhana, the yoga of surrender, a concept