Ideokinesis uses imagery to explore and rethink movement in the body.
Using metaphors to explain movement (an intro to ideokinesis)
What is a walking meditation
There is one key component to walking meditation – you have no destination. It’s not about where you are going, but simply being present or mindful while you go.
Guide to doing yoga at home
The idea of doing yoga at home is not always the most inspiring. You’ll find some videos and articles to help you get started.
Yoga and connection in uncertain times
Take time to be in the moment and connect with the family and friends who support you – if you can’t connect in person, you can connect online and the phone. If you are feeling anxious or stressed, I’ve written many posts about the different ways yoga can help with managing stress, including breathing practices, meditation and restorative yoga.
What about yoga during pregnancy?
Wondering about yoga during or after pregnancy? The key is thinking about your personal situation
Copenhagen adduction exercise (strengthen the inner thighs/groin)
The Copenhagen adductor exercise is a creative way to strengthen the inner thigh muscles, but what does that have to do with yoga?
Move organically to release fascia
We need to change our patterns to change our fascia. This means changing our default patterns of movement, but also not getting stuck in HOW we change those patterns – organic movement is about moving without overthinking.
Aparigraha, letting go
A brief introduction to aparigraha – one of the five yamas (one of the 8 limbs of yoga from Patañjali’s Yoga Sūtras, yamas are often described as ethical or moral rules or guidance). Aparigraha is often translated as non-possessiveness, non-hoarding, non-holding or non-clinging.
Pratyahara, more than just disconnecting
Pratyahara, one of the eight limbs of yoga, is just as vital for managing stress as the more well known practices of asana, pranayama and meditation. Pratyahara is more than just disconnecting.
Stretching the upper back
This stretch for the muscles and fascia of the upper back loads the muscles and tissues in a lengthened state, making it easier to tension already over stretched muscles safely.