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You’re as Old as Your Spine is Flexible

In yoga we believe that you’re as old as your spine is flexible – but how flexible is your spine supposed to be??? Well, we want to keep the spine supple – not over stretching the muscles to cause anyContinue reading “You’re as Old as Your Spine is Flexible”

Benefits Of Sphinx Asana

Sphinx Asana is a great pose to keep your spine supple and healthy. A stiff spine will interfere with all nervous impulses sent from the brain to the body and vice verse – it literally affects everything! Why not giveContinue reading “Benefits Of Sphinx Asana”

Can your mind really heal your body?

The connection between your mind and body is close, powerful and often a valuable tool in taking control of your life and ambitions. The power of thought can affect us in profound, often life-changing, ways in all areas of ourContinue reading “Can your mind really heal your body?”

Affirmation For This Week – 6

All you need is love. This week, whenever you have a spare moment repeat this short affirmation. If you’re feeling brave why not sing it out loud? Mantras and affirmations are like little sprinkles of positivity that you can keepContinue reading “Affirmation For This Week – 6”

Affirmation For This Week – 5

I take care of my body. I cherish and respect the temple I live in. This week try a moving meditation – stand where you have space to move your arms sideways and overhead. As you breathe in, raise theContinue reading “Affirmation For This Week – 5”

Affirmation For This Week – 4

Each day is a new opportunity. I choose to make this day a great one. Every day this week, before you get out of bed in the morning repeat this mantra 3 – 5 times.Continue reading “Affirmation For This Week – 4”

Affirmation For This Week – 3

I look forward to life’s adventures with enthusiasm, anticipation and gusto. Settle yourself into a comfortable seated position. Have the hands on your thighs or your lap in “Agni Mudra” as per the picture below. This is the fire centreContinue reading “Affirmation For This Week – 3”

Affirmation for This Week – 2

Like this bright candle flame, I am a radiant being. Others feel safe and warm in my presence. This week, find a candle and place it safely somewhere that you can see from your meditation seat/posture. Relax and settle, lookingContinue reading “Affirmation for This Week – 2”

Affirmation For This Week

I am a compassionate and understanding person. I am part of nature & the coming and going of all things. I forgive and forget. Find a spot outside in nature, sit on the grass, lean on a tree, take offContinue reading “Affirmation For This Week”

Adventures Into Stillness – Taking A Look At The Inner Landscape

Our classes this term have focused on ‘stillness’ – experiencing glimpses both physically and mentally. Taking our inspiration from the Katha Upanishad – Away from the chatter of the senses From the restless wanderings of the mind There is aContinue reading “Adventures Into Stillness – Taking A Look At The Inner Landscape”