Welcome back from the Easter break. This will be a great 10 week term to learn about self-care, and to educate yourself deeply and in a more intuitive way about the traditions that have long stood the test of time: Yoga and Meditation. YOGA This term we will be focusing on energetic … [Read more...]
Newsletter March 30
I do hope you have a wonderful Easter, and look forward to seeing you back on April 15th for the new terms. If you are presently looking to create peace in your body, mind, and life; the following retreat on Easter Monday is for you. EASTER MONDAY RETREAT Morning Meditation Retreat … [Read more...]
Newsletter March 19
YOGA and MEDITATION RETREATS EASTER MONDAY Meditation RETREAT | 9am-12.30pm | $50 | "Bringing Mindfulness to Life" Mindfulness and leading a meditative life go beyond the cushion, as we all know. How do we start to cultivate this away from the practice of sitting? In Burma, when … [Read more...]
The Compassion Experiment
The greatest way to open your heart is to give true compassion to all beings, which is called "metta" in the Buddhist traditions. Compassion is the antidote to anger, fear, greed, and delusion, and has been practiced throughout the centuries to heal minds and hearts all over the World. One of the … [Read more...]
Yoga for Vata
Yoga for people of a Vata constitution needs to be warming, grounding, and calming. Aggravated Vata can affect the nervous system and lead to anxiety, nervousness, agitation. The lower regions of the body, namely the abdomen, pelvis and large intestines are the main seat of vata in the body. … [Read more...]
Virabhadrasana 1: Warrior Pose 1
Virabhadrasana 1: Warrior Pose 1 Someone commented to me in class how much they enjoy this pose. I agree. This is why: It strengthens the legs, our base and our connection to the Earth. It opens the chest, heart and lungs. It helps our posture if it is slumped, or hunched. It improves … [Read more...]
On Meditation: Beginners mind, Zen Mind
The great humility of not knowing. Beginners mind, Zen Mind I always find the best approach in meditation is to "start again". Come to every sitting, every moment, with a truly fresh mind, the unknowing mind. There is a great humility in this. Actually "not knowing" is the most liberating … [Read more...]
Ayurvedic Summer Spiced Chai
Ayurvedic Summer Spiced Chai Tea for two Mix: 1 pinch fennel or anise seed 2 green cardamom pods 2 cloves 1/4 cinnamon stick thin slice fresh ginger root 2 Cups water 1/2-1/2 Cup organic milk 1-2 Tspns Raw Sugar/or honey Boil 5 minutes, then steep 10 minutes Add, 2 Tbsp Darjeeling … [Read more...]
Interview with Roger Voorhoeve on Meditation.
Interview with Roger Voorhoeve on Meditation. See Retreats with Roger here. … [Read more...]
Nourishing yourself through Ayurveda
AYURVEDIC PRACTICES TO BRING YOUR BODY INTO BALANCE Cleansing the mouth First to do upon rising is to spit, clean tongue with tongue scraper and clean the teeth. This removes bacteria and toxins from the mouth that have accumulated overnight, and prevents them from reabsorbing into the digestive … [Read more...]
Ayurveda: Food as Medicine
Nourishing yourself correctly is the first and primary way to achieve good health in the physical body, which affects the many levels of the body beyond: the mind and energetic bodies. Our food is medicinal, and helps us to feel strong and grounded. Wholesome and natural unprocessed foods are … [Read more...]
The Sound Of Silence: Published in the Westender
Brisbane yogi to spend a month in silence at traditional Burmese monastery Imagine remaining silent in meditation for one whole month to honor a commitment to an earnest cause. Celia Roberts, owner of The Laughing Buddha Yoga and Ayurveda centre in Bardon will spend one month in silent meditation … [Read more...]
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