As we step into a new year, many of us set intentions. We aim for better health and greater happiness. Diet, movement, and sleep are very important, but another powerful influence on our wellbeing is often overlooked: the quality ofContinue reading “HAPPY New Year: Why your thoughts matter more than you think”
Category Archives: Mindfulness
The Beauty of Winter Walks and Wildlife
The air during a winter walk is wonderfully peaceful and cool. It’s great for finding calm and connection with The soft light enhances the tranquility. There’s a quiet energy in the natural world as though it’s preparing for rest. SpendingContinue reading “The Beauty of Winter Walks and Wildlife”
The Power of a Midday Mini Meditation
We all know that feeling — it’s mid-afternoon, your energy is dipping, and your focus starts to fade. Maybe you reach for another cup of tea or something sweet to keep you going. But there’s another way to restore yourContinue reading “The Power of a Midday Mini Meditation”
It’s the Thought That Counts: How Meditation Supports Physical Health
David Hamilton’s book, It’s the Thought That Counts, explores the power of the mind in shaping our physical health. Science is increasingly proving that our thoughts and emotions can influence the body on a cellular level. Meditation is one ofContinue reading “It’s the Thought That Counts: How Meditation Supports Physical Health”
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”
Live each moment as a moment of pure joy!
The Radiance Sutras are a wonderful set of verses which help us to stop and appreciate the present moment. They are translated from an ancient text and give us 112 ‘yuktis’, or yoga meditation practices, for opening to the divine mysteryContinue reading “Live each moment as a moment of pure joy!”
The Blooming of a Lotus
In our yoga classes next term we are working with the Thich Nhat Hanh book “The Blooming of a Lotus”. This book guides us through simple techniques of meditation to help focus on the ‘now’. If you want to getContinue reading “The Blooming of a Lotus”
The River by Thich Nhat Hanh
“Once upon a time there was a beautiful river finding her way among the hills, forests, and meadows. She began by being a joyful stream of water, a spring always dancing and singing as she ran down from the topContinue reading “The River by Thich Nhat Hanh”
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