Many of us, most of us perhaps, live our lives on automatic pilot, not really fully aware of what we’re doing. By following old habitual thinking and led by our conditioned tendencies, our responses can be unhelpful and undesirable. This is true in all areas of our lives. Mindfulness is about being fully present, paying [...]
It's increasingly important to me to be living authentically. What does that mean? I hear you ask. To me, it means living my life in a way that reflects my core values but also in accordance with my personality and interests. We can all be influenced, swayed even, by outside pressure and find ourselves doing [...]
I have to say, 2024 was a stressful year for me. But, I'm not alone. Almost everyone will experience some level of stress on a regular basis. Stress can arise from many sources and it can cause varied physical, mental, behavioural and emotional responses. During the festive season, reported levels of stress are heightened, caused [...]
I’ve been conducting research into the benefits of a mindful yoga practice for ageing well. I know from many years as a practitioner and teacher that yoga can benefit us in so many ways at any age, but as I’ve aged and the average age of attendees of my classes has naturally increased, I’m interested [...]
At the start of a new year, many of us make new years resolutions. Often though these resolutions are the same ones we’ve made each year but we say to ourselves that this year is finally going to be the year we’ll succeed. We perhaps join that gym (again!), start that diet, dust off our [...]
I recently wrote an article on my experience of yoga as a way to increase body positivity. It helped me to see that the yoga I practise and teach has a powerful effect on our bodies physically but also on the way we perceive and use our bodies. This in turn increases our sense of [...]
Whilst in lockdown due to Covid-19, many yoga teachers have turned to providing yoga classes online, myself included. I was initially reluctant to do so, as I specialise in teaching classes to small groups where I can get to know my attendees and their needs, and respond accordingly. Likewise, my students know what to expect [...]
I just wanted to remind everyone of The Serenity Prayer: We may all feel that we have little influence over current events, but just remember we can influence our reaction to them. Personally, I choose to focus on the many things I’m grateful for: my family, the sunshine, the birds singing, the blossom on the [...]
I'm often asked if my yoga classes are suitable for people with various issues, including not being very flexible, & if there is an age restriction. The answer is always the same - anyone can benefit from yoga, anyone is welcome at my classes & everyone can do yoga, however flexible or fit they are. [...]
Yoga is a brilliant way to unwind & enable the body to function well. It's great for everyone irrespective of age, experience, ability or level of fitness. It's particularly beneficial for those suffering from stress or anxiety as it helps to calm the mind but it's also good for people with physical issues. A good [...]
