Author: Robyn R
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8 Unusual Yoga Tips for Mind-Body Balance
Standing on one leg isn’t going to solve all your problems, I know. But this isn’t about physical balancing or bending. Hear me out. 1. Picture a lock and key Yes. A padlock and one of those little silver keys that unlocks it. That padlock is stiff, cold and locked. When the key comes along,…
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The Courage to Be a Beginner
I went to a CPR refresher class the other day and noticed I was apprehensive. A little nervous. There was no expectation of me. I knew it wasn’t going to be particularly challenging, but I guess that was beside the point. It was unfamiliar. I don’t go around resuscitating people every day, thankfully for me,…
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The Five Niyamas: Creating a Balanced Inner Life
The second limb of Patañjali’s* eightfold path is the Niyamas. If the Yamas are about how we relate to the world around us, the Niyamas are about how we relate to ourselves. They invite us to cultivate habits that bring greater clarity, contentment and personal growth. Modern psychology tells us that the small things we…
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Creating Memorable Experiences – Yamas Inspired
The most memorable events aren’t always the biggest or the most extravagant. More often, they’re the ones that leave us feeling calm, connected and cared for. How we do something matters just as much as what we do. In Yoga philosophy, the Yamas are simple ethical principles that encourage kindness, honesty, balance and respect. Not…
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Three Simple Yoga Tips to Balance Your Working Day
Yoga is about more than poses, it’s about creating balance; physically, mentally and emotionally, and that’s something we can weave into even the busiest workday. If you’re spending long hours at a desk, rushing from meeting to meeting or feeling constantly switched on, here are three simple yoga-inspired practices you can rely on: 1. Pause…
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The Five Yamas: Foundations for a Balanced Life
Patañjali’s* first limb, the Yamas, are ethical principles that guide how we live with integrity. They’re basically a framework for: “How to be a good human.” Philosophically, they remind us that our actions shape our inner state Scientifically, they align with what we know about human behaviour – that consistent choices rewire the brain and…
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What Does Namaste Mean?
The meaning of Namaste Namaste in yoga is a greeting that means “the light in me sees or honours the light in you.” It recognises that we are all human, and that beneath all our roles and differences, there’s a shared essence of awareness, goodness and consciousness. When we acknowledge others with respect and presence,…
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10 Transformative Quotes from ‘A New Earth’ by Eckhart Tolle
Ever read a book from Eckhart Tolle? It can be a lot. If you’re not compelled to read one, fear not, I’ve listed some pearls of wisdom from ‘A new Earth’. Although I recommend the journey of the book. This all relates to awareness and mindfulness.
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3 Mindfulness Tips for Beginners Meditation
Yoga helps me get into a better mind space to ‘meditate’. I use apostrophes because I’m not sure my mindful moments fully constitute traditional meditation. Yet. Yoga is meditative for me. I concentrate on the movement and breath, and less so on the constant nattering voice inside my head. I’ve noticed a few shifts as…
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Choosing the Right 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course
As exciting as it is to make the decision that you want to take your yoga practice a step further, or become a teacher, it can also be a case of – where do I even start? Having recently been through this, I’m sharing some insights. This is a very independent choice, depending on your…