Siddhartha Gautama: A Poem About The Buddha
This is a poem that I wrote about the boy Siddhartha Gautama born around 500 BCE, who later became known as the Buddha.
7 Common Myths About Meditation Debunked
Many people are put off by the idea of meditation, even though they know it’s good for them. Here I’m going to debunk these common myths about meditation, and convince the haters to give it a go.
7 Ways You Can Make Your Yoga Classes More Unique
Create unique yoga classes with these 7 tips. Don’t just be another yoga teacher. Create classes your students really appreciate and want to come back to. 1. Opening & Closing Your Yoga Classes The beginning of your yoga class is very important and many yoga teachers go straight into asanas or pranayama with just … Read more
TOP 10 Gift Ideas for Yoga Enthusiasts & Yoga Teachers
Let’s say you have a friend that’s into yoga and you have no idea what to buy them. Or perhaps they’ve got all the right yoga clothes and gear, so you need to think outside the box. After practicing yoga for 26 years and training hundreds of teachers around the world, these are my top … Read more
Living Yoga 108 Philosophy Cards
There are 108 cards with quotes from the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, Yoga Sutras and more, with interpretations, contemplations or meditations on the other side, to help bring the philosophy of yoga into your daily life. Almost 4000 years of wisdom from Yoga’s major texts, split into 5 colors, and making its philosophy more relatable.
WARNING on Kids Yoga Training Courses
Looking to take a kids yoga teacher training course? Then make sure you READ this first! There are yoga schools that will tell you that it is not necessary to do the RCYT course if you want to teach yoga to children.
The Dangers Of Using A Neti Pot
This week an article caught my eye on how 3 people have died from using a neti pot incorrectly. In the UK neti pots are prescribed by the NHS for blocked or runny noses. In the US however, 3 people have contracted a rare condition called amoebic meningitis. Therefore it is important to use your neti pot correctly and with caution.
3 Ways Yoga Helps Me Poo
The title of this blog post may put some people off, but if you’ve clicked on it it’s because you’re hopefully interested in learning how yoga can help you poo easier and more healthily. In order to be sensitive to those who find the ‘p’ word unsavory, I will sometimes refer to it as ‘evacuating … Read more
How to give a mummy and baby yoga class
Teaching a Mummy & Baby Yoga class is a joy for a yoga teacher, but more importantly for the mum and baby. It’s a wonderful activity for them to do together and a lovely opportunity for them to bond in a different environment.
New Year, New Routine – 5 simple steps for a healthier, happier year.
Many people think Yoga is just about the poses that you see on Instagram. But there are many ethical, mental, and physical practices in this ancient philosophy, that can help us be less anxious and stressed. January is often a difficult month due to the come down of the Christmas holiday, having to anticipate what … Read more
The Simple Art of Thinking and Meditating
In meditation you’re told to observe your thoughts, detach from them, and bring your awareness back to your point of focus in the present moment. So let’s break this down and have a look at how to make your thoughts work for you. Observing Your Thoughts Many people think that their thoughts are what they … Read more
The Downside to Wearing a FitBit
We’re all guilty of this. It’s 23:47, you’ve brushed your teeth and are getting into bed. Then you check your FitBit or other wrist exercise tracker. You’ve set your daily goal to reach 10,000 steps and you’ve only done 9300. So instead of preparing for sleep, you start frantically jogging on the spot before midnight … Read more