Asana Series: Marjaryasana / Bitilasana (Cat-Cow Pose)

Photo by Muddy Toes Farm LLC on UnsplashCat–Cow is a gentle, flowing movement that connects breath with the spine. Also known as Marjaryasana (Cat) and Bitilasana (Cow), this sequence helps bring mobility and awareness into the back and nervous system. It is one of the most nourishing poses for t... Read More

What is the big deal about Meditation and Mindfulness?

Photo by Vimare on Unsplash “Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift. That’s why we call it the present.” - Anonymous I used to live in my head most of the time: rushing from one thing to the next, juggling responsibilities, worrying about the future, replaying the past, rare... Read More

Asana Series: Tadasana (Mountain Pose)

Photo by Michael on Unsplash Tadasana (Mountain Pose)Tadasana or Mountain Pose, is standing tall and steady like a mountain. Also called Samasthiti, it means standing with balance, with your weight evenly distributed on both feet, creating a sense of stability and grounding. How to Do Tadasana (M... Read More

What is Hatha Yoga?

Photo by Jeremy Thomas on Unsplash Before I first began practising yoga, I thought it was mainly about stretching and moving my body. My first teacher, Acharya Upendra Roy, taught me that yoga is so much more. From him, I learned the style of Hatha Yoga, one of the oldest and most traditional for... Read More

My Journey to Empowerment and EmpowerMe Now

Photo by Zoltan Tasi on Unsplash I first began practising yoga in my 20s with the most brilliant yoga teacher I have ever met - Acharya Upendra Roy. He was the real deal, a true yogi. Every Tuesday and Thursday, I would travel almost two hours after work to spend the evening practising asana, pr... Read More

Pranayama Series: Dirga Pranayama

Photo by Pawel Czerwinski on Unsplash ma?Dirga Pranayama or Three-Part Breath is a grounding and nourishing breath practice that involves consciously expanding the breath into three parts of the torso: The belly (lower lungs) The ribcage (middle lungs) The upper chest (upper lungs) Dirga means “l... Read More

The Fascia: Your Body’s Hidden Web of Wisdom

Photo by Uriel on Unsplash If you’ve ever felt stuck, stiff, sore, or like your body is holding something you can’t quite explain, it might be your fascia trying to get your attention. For a long time, even scientists didn’t give fascia much thought. It was considered just the "wrapping" around m... Read More

Why Learning About the Vagus Nerve is a Game Changer?

Photo by Maxim Potkin ❄ on Unsplash One of the most powerful healing tools you have is already inside you. It’s called the vagus nerve, and it plays a huge role in how calm, connected and safe you feel, especially during stressful times. Learning about the vagus nerve has changed my life. I lived... Read More

Yoga and Pilates - What Are The Benefits of Both?

Photo by Vicki Hansen from StoryCast Throughout my childhood and early adulthood, I was not at all good at any sport or physical activity. Clumsy, stiff, awkward and fearful, I was always the last one to be chosen for a team at school sport - one of my PE teachers wrote on my report card that I w... Read More

Asana Series: Vrikshasana (Tree Pose)

Photo by Todd Quackenbush on Unsplash Vrikshasana, or Tree Pose, is standing tall like a tree, rooted to the ground while reaching upward. It strengthens balance, stability and focus. Your weight is centered on one leg with the other foot placed on the inner thigh or calf. How to Do Tree Pose (Vr... Read More