Prana is everywhere. It is the life force or vital energy that exists in all living things. With each breath we take, we bring this life force energy into the body. As we influence the flow of prana in our bodies through our breath, we can influence the state of our minds and the health of our bodies.
Read MoreSharing the teachings of yoga with others is a wonderful and rewarding path. As teachers, you get the privilege of holding space for others and facilitating their well-being and growth. Doing so not only fills up the cups of your students but also fills up your own cup.
Read MoreAmongst the hustle and bustle of Christmas preparations and wrapping up the year that has just gone is a time for giving and receiving, gratitude, reflection, and joy. We can look to the yoga teachings to guide us in these practices.
Read MoreOn the first weekend of November our 2022 yoga teacher training students had their final yoga retreat. This retreat is held at the end of every yoga teacher training, where each student will teach a 45-minute yoga class that puts together all the skills and learnings they have had throughout the year, which they teach to their yogic teacher training group. This was a wonderful opportunity for all to grow together and go deeper on the yogic path.
Read MoreAs many of you are aware, the practice of yoga is a very ancient science. It might surprise you though that yoga was never classically taught in a group. Traditionally this practice was taught to an individual student by an experienced teacher who would reveal the techniques to the student as they demonstrated readiness.
Read MoreIn Australia, mental health problems are on the rise and can have a significant impact on a person’s life and those around them. In a recent national study on mental health, it was found that over two in five Australians aged 16-85 years have experienced a mental health disorder at some point in their life – that is a significant number.
Read MoreThere is a big difference between coming to a class taught by a yoga teacher and seeing a yoga therapist for a session. Yoga therapy is specifically focused on helping an individual to find relief, alleviate symptoms, and improve function relating to a health condition.
Read MoreYou may have already heard that yoga can help manage the impacts of stress. It is one of the most popular reasons people flock to yoga classes. Especially with our modern day of living that is fuelled by stress. But how exactly can downward dog and funny breathing exercises help in reducing stress in the body?
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