For me it's the permission to soften, to ease up, to accept what is, not to strive or get frustrated when the asana isn't quite what I expect. There is the opportunity to let go and experience a more mindful presence of my body and perhaps notice more balance, fluidity and cohesion in how I approach and practice yoga.
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Finding Resilience Every Morning
Every single day it takes work and commitment, especially when we’re 'not in the mood’ to work on ourselves. But the result is the better feelings, the kindness and compassion in our thoughts, words, actions, the conscious choices we make for ourselves and our environment. And with this, we can inspire and have a positive impact on at least one person, which is how we are contributing to the solution, helping to move the needle to some degree. and making a difference to the whole.
Essential Oils and your Health
It is so important at this time that we all keep our immune systems as strong as possible and essential oils can help on both a physical and psychological level
Reflecting under the light of the Moon.
Tomorrow brings us a Super Moon - named the ‘Super Flower Moon’ and the final super moon of this year! I’m hoping the clear skies of late remain so we can get to experience its full vastness & luminosity.
The Science Behind Yoga Nidra and Why You Should Try To Include It In Your Lockdown Routine
Yoga Nidra is a form of guided meditation, a method of Pratyahara (withdrawal of senses) that allows you to scan the body and tap into a state of relaxed consciousness as the mind settles in a place between wakefulness and sleep.
Meditation Minute
So right now our yoga and meditation practice is more important than ever. The skills that we develop on the mat, as we move, breathe and stay present, is our oasis during this ongoing public health emergency.
Online Heather Yoga Shala
Stay well, strong & balanced... Live classes start tomorrow Friday 20th March as we open up the Heather Yoga Online Shala :-)
Check out our lovely new wood floor in Shala 2 🤩 ready for the classes!
Check out our lovely new wood floor in Shala 2 🤩ready for the classes!...
Laura Burkhart Message about her Workshops in Yorkshire
Join San Francisco based International Yoga teacher Laura Burkhart in Yorkshire, UK this May at Heather Yoga, Saltaire...
Heather Yoga & Dandelion Cafe
Snippet Of Heather Yoga & Dandelion Cafe and our home Holding Space in Saltaire. Shipley, West Yorkshire. Taken from the brilliant film piece from photographer & filmmaker Christian Hardy for his 'The Saltaire Shipley ...