Yoga Is…
According to the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, yoga is the calming (or stilling) of the fluctuations of the mind. This second sutra lays out a definition and purpose of the … Continue reading Yoga Is…
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Getting back to basics
A quick search on any social media sight would make it appear that yoga is akin to gymnastics, acrobatics and that you need to be wearing a crop top to … Continue reading Getting back to basics
Do you have a clear vision of your future?
Welcome to spring – the wood element and the beginning of the yang season. This evening at 9.24pm (UK time) we will officially enter the season of spring, and I … Continue reading Do you have a clear vision of your future?
Yoga Confessions – This is why I hated yin yoga!
It’s confession time, again. You know how I love teaching, practicing and chatting about yin yoga? Well, I didn’t always feel this way. In fact, my first ever yin yoga … Continue reading Yoga Confessions – This is why I hated yin yoga!
How to embrace the energies of the New Moon
Today is a New Moon, and in yogic terms there are a lot of ideas as to how we conduct ourselves at this time. Ashtanga devotees will skip their practice … Continue reading How to embrace the energies of the New Moon
It only takes minutes!
As I’ve been embracing a slightly more yin pace of life, I’ve been reading a lot about the benefits of chunking. If you have a task to do, say hoovering, … Continue reading It only takes minutes!
Happy New Year – Welcome to 2023!
Welcome to 2023! A brand new 12 months sit before us filled with possibility, excitement and a little bit of wonder. I’m quite excited for this year, I have lots … Continue reading Happy New Year – Welcome to 2023!
Can you have grief without gratitude?
According to the 5-element theory, the metal element and the season of autumn are associated with the emotion of grief. This is related to the idea of letting go, as … Continue reading Can you have grief without gratitude?
How to create a calming evening routine
How to create a calming evening routine with yoga at the heart. The nights are fair drawing in now, aren’t they? The clocks went back at the weekend and the … Continue reading How to create a calming evening routine
Writing a blog that no one reads
First of, if you are reading this then a massive thank you from the bottom of my heart. You’re probably the only one, but that doesn’t mean you mean any … Continue reading Writing a blog that no one reads
Podcasts to Motivate
Sometimes it’s nice listening to music when I’m out a walk, other times I enjoy the company of my favourite Podcasts.
Saying Goodbye
Welcome to a brand-new season – spring. The air is fresh and beginning to warm up, the evenings are longer, and the sun is up when the alarm goes off in the morning
Yoga by Gillian 