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...
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...
Some Yogis seem to think that to validate their profession as a yoga teacher or guru, or living the 'yogic life', means having to dress and live a particular way, and even take on a new name like Shiva or Lakshmi. But I'm going to...
Hay fever can be a nightmare, especially this time of year. Also known as 'allergic rhinitis', symptoms include: runny nose, itchy eyes, sneezing, fatigue, and a stuffy nose due to congestion. If you prefer not to take the conventional medical route of antihistamines or steroid...
You have probably noticed the increase in Mandala books in newsagents or bookstores the world over in the last couple of years. They're in the Post Office, cafes, hospitals, general stores, and most homes where there are children. But they're also great for adults, and...
Not all styles of yoga are ideal for anxiety. Some can even make it worse. Yoga is supposed to be a non-competitive activity that encourages balance and harmony in body and mind. However this is not always the case for everyone. Firstly it's important to remember...
If you make 20 in a row post a photo on Instagram or Facebook using the hashtab #indivyoga of all the hearts to WIN a PRIZE!...
I've often asked the kids I teach yoga to if they think they can go the whole yoga class without eating? 'Yeah of course I could!' they all brag. 'Do you reckon you could manage going the whole yoga class without taking a...
Do you need more calm, focus and balance in your life? Mindfulness practice is scientifically proven to help bring you all 3, and many more physical and mental health benefits. Today I'm starting the 1 week #mindfulforme Challenge, and I hope you'll join me...
Yes us British are known for our toilet humour, but I'm genuinely hoping this post may help those with constipation and general digestion issues. In India 18 years ago, I was introduced to the practice of Agni Sara by a yoga guru. I was...
Organic detox meals, yoga, nature, meditation and more, are on offer these days in abundance around the world. Be it a 1 day retreat, weekend or a full month, thousands of people are paying a fortune for a healthy, wellness getaway. But what if the...
This moving meditation is my basic variation of the classical yoga Sun Salutation flow. It is suitable for 5yrs+ and for even the stiffest of practitioners with a few easy modifications (see 'How To' and videos below). It heats up the body, ...
Being a full-time yoga teacher can give you the happiness, peace and fulfillment that you desire, but it doesn't all come easy or necessarily at a price. ...
There is still a misconception that meditating has to take time out of your day, or be boring. Meditating is simply returning your concentration to a point of focus, but that doesn't necessarily mean that you have to be sitting still or that your focus has...
Searching online for some different mindfulness or meditation tools I could use with my clients with ADHD, Autism and special needs, I ended up coming across something that is now one of my own TOP 3 meditation techniques (watch the VIDEO of me using it...
Especially good for those with sinus issues, Jala Neti Kriya is a natural and pure way to clean the nasal passage. An ancient Ayurvedic tradition, the word 'kriya' refers to a cleansing process usually practiced in the morning. 'Jala' means 'water' in Hindi, and...
..what struck me was two things as I observed the class. Is this really the way to do arm balances and strength work in yoga, and does this appeal to men? When I went into a couple of fantastic classes last year...
If you're looking for a grain and dairy free banana muffin with a twist, then these are for you! I make a lot of banana bread and muffins so I wanted to try something a little different. I've made these with a cream...
For those who have been waiting for this recipe since my Instagram photo, here it is! You will need a good blender that can handle frozen fruit, but besides that it takes 7 minutes and tastes delicious! Great as a gluten and dairy...
I'm getting fed up of backlash and opinionated people in the yoga community, and of the preconceptions and misconceptions of yoga teachers. I'm not even going to get into the bitchiness within the yoga teacher community, ...
There are plenty of other veggies or fruit you can add to this recipe, even herbs or spices. But this is my favourite go-to recipe and it only takes 5 minutes to wack up. It's ridiculously SIMPLE!...
I've finally perfected the paleo carrot cake! It's golden and lightly crusty on the outside, and wonderfully moist inside. If like myself, you're not actually grain or dairy intolerant, I advise eating this cake with a cream cheese frosting. For true Paleo's, I advise using...
If you're finding it hard to put time into your own mindfulness, then why not use the kids as your added incentive? Mindfulness exercises are good for all the family and it's benefits are even greater when starting from a young age. By participating in...
Kids easily mistake these raw, paleo and vegan date based energy balls for chocolate truffles! They're made of 5 organic ingredients and take 15 minutes to make! I've started doubling up on the recipe as I'm having to make a new batch every few days...
There are things you do every day that become part of your weekly routine. Neurologically these everyday tasks become short linked so that you're not wasting unnecessary time and brain energy. For instance, think back to the first time you were ever taught to...
Paleo, gluten and dairy free green soup recipe, perfect for when the weather gets chilly! Try to use organic ingredients and remember to wash vegetables and fruits well. Enjoy...
Switch off the T.V and put down the electronic devices! These cheap and easy homemade decoration ideas can be quiet mindful exercises for your child to focus on, or bonding time if you want to join in! Have fun making some Christmas decorations...
This is a great mindful/meditative exercise to do peacefully alone or with children! There is a misconception that meditation has to be done sitting in a crossed legged position, in silence, while clearing the mind. The purpose of meditation is to still the...
A 10 years old that I teach yoga to weekly, has become petrified a bomb is hidden in her bedroom. She's taken to sleeping in bed with her parents, is having nightmares and is having panic attack symptoms during the day. She lives in one...
Nutri Dust takes 10 minutes to make and is PACKED with nutritional goodness! For a healthy shot of plant based vitamins, minerals, omega 3 and fiber, my basic nutri dust recipe consists of the following seeds: Sesame, pumpkin, flax/linseed, sunflower, hemp, poppy & chia * Electric grinder approx...
And as a result of the rise of infertility, conventional medicine has made great strides in drugs to induce ovulation, in vitro fertilization, artificial insemination and surgery to correct anatomical problems in men and women. However, studies have now shown that the use of...
Due to demand I'm sharing my amazing gluten and dairy free, paleo choc chip brownie recipe! All ingredients used were organic but I'm sure it will still work otherwise...
Both men and women will benefit from this short bedroom friendly yoga sequence. Follow the poses below taking 5 long breaths in one. Have sex on day 1. Do the sequence DAILY. Have sex on day 10, and I'll eat my pants if you're...
Reducing the toxic items that surround our daily life became an obsession of mine when I learned of their relationship to infertility and cancerous tumours. These dangerous synthetic substances can build up in your body, eventually giving you a variety of illnesses. ...
[caption id="attachment_4687" align="aligncenter" width="900"] AGE APPROPRIATE CHORES CHART[/caption] What if there was a way of getting your children to do chores AND get the benefits of mindfulness at the same time?! Well there is, and the younger you start them, the more benefits you will see...
It has been confirmed by a Swiss doctor that my vision is superhuman! Besides genetics (although every member of my family wears glasses), I've attributed my spectacular vision to the practice of Bahiranga Trataka. I was introduced to it at 13 years old and it's...
There were problems at home, even though 'home' was either a six floored house in Chelsea, a castle in the English countryside or a seaside villa abroad. By my late teens and early twenties I actually lost friends who 'didn't understand what I had...
Indiv Yoga is giving away a high quality, NON-TOXIC yoga mat and mat bag, to the best photo expressing INDIVIDUALITY. There are 10 days left! The competition ends on the 30th October and the winner will be sent...
I love sugared almonds but they're not an everyday snack, especially if avoiding sugar! So I tried my hand at making my own healthier version so I don't feel so guilty gobbling a handful down! If you do use almonds in this recipe they come...
*Tone PELVIC FLOOR - Balance HORMONES - Strengthen CORE abs + lower back* Introducing the NEW class at the Indiv Yoga studio! Mahila means woman in hindi, and this hatha yoga class is designed especially for WOMEN, and includes correct abdominal exercises for those who...
2-in-1 BODY + MIND WORKOUT! 10 mins-for-10 days easy MOVING MEDITATION CHALLENGE VIDEO, free for members of the global newsletter! For beginners to yoga, or those wanting to add home videos to their regular practice. JUST 10 mins A DAY for better STRETCH, TONE +...
Yoga should be about you, and your own practice, not paying yoga teachers for the rest of your life. The Indiv Yoga philosophy is about connecting with your body and mind and tailoring yoga to your individual body, mind and objectives. Therefore I have started...
The buttocks are a mix of large muscles that we're using a lot less of today than we think. In fact we're spending much more time sitting and relaxing on them then actually working or toning them. Also against us especially as we age, is...
If the family is feeling a bit disconnected or you think some members need to come back to basics and prioritize, family mindfulness journals are a good way to go about it. Don’t worry there’s actually not a lot of writing involved and ...
Mother's of children on the Autism spectrum have been asking me for this recipe for a few years now, so I've decided to post it for other special needs therapists. I've worked with enough children on the Autism spectrum to admit that at times...
The word 'Mindfulness' has been appearing in the press and social media increasingly in the last few years, even more so since it headlined the cover of Time magazine in February 2014. It's the buzz word at the moment, which has ruffled some feathers for...
If you've come across this article hoping for a yoga class in which you eat meat, I'm afraid you'll be disappointed. No, I'm finally broaching the taboo subject of yogis who are not vegetarian. Gasp! This topic came up on one of the yoga teacher forums...
Most people are rushing about their stressful lives disconnected from themselves, those that matter to them and the present moment. During the time a woman is pregnant, is the best reminder of the love and respect she needs to have for herself, taking in...
I will admit that I am very behind the times and quite stubborn when it come to certain aspects of technology and modernizing. I did research at the library for my first boss and built a 300 strong VHS library with my ex boyfriend. I...
What child wouldn't love to imagine a magical secret garden filled with their favourite animals, and then act it out? So why do little boys HATE doing yoga so much?!...
How to on Stand Up Paddle and SUP Yoga. Out in the water there is no laptop or mobile device. There is no cooking or cleaning that can be done! It’s just you, your board and the nature....
Welcome to my first blog post! I will be writing about yoga and modern life in general, including Yoga Therapy for pregnancy, kids, injury rehabilitation, special needs, ADHD and autism spectrum....
