Celia speaks with Prof. Paul Gilbert, founder of Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and Compassion-Based Mind Training, and Brisbane's own research leader in CFT, Dr James Kirby of UQ. This conversation spans the boundaries of psychology and yoga and includes a taster of practical techniques from CFT … [Read more...]
Yoga with Beau
A state of deep tranquillity, Sublime peace that penetrates body, mind, spirit...Beau began his yoga journey at a young age. He was exposed to an array of techniques and styles that fascinated his mind and challenged his body. It is now Beau's passion to nurture and nourish as many souls as he can … [Read more...]
Seven factors of Enlightenment and their Therapeutic Effects according to Theravedic Buddhist tradition.
These factors were given to me orally by 92 yr old Burmese monk, Sayadaw U Pandita. They are also recorded in his written work “On the Path to Freedom”. The first factor of enlightenment is mindfulness (Sati-sambojjhanga). Mindfulness is a requisite of enlightenment. There are four … [Read more...]
Purpose of true Yoga Asana
Purpose of true Asana for the physical body, pranic body, mind and nervous system The study of the philosophy of yoga helps us to understand the impact of true asana on the physical, pranic body, mind and nervous system. According to Yoga philosophy, it is the consciousness at our very … [Read more...]
Free 10 minute MEDITATION for you.
Mindfulness and Compassion Daily. Click here to download this free resource. … [Read more...]
ABC RADIO INTERVIEW with CELIA ROBERTS on Hatha YOGA
Yoga has been around for thousands of years and is more than just striking a pose. Mary-Lou spoke with Celia Roberts, a yoga and meditation teacher, about all aspects of yoga. Listen here... … [Read more...]
Perfect Digestion with Yoga, Meditation and Ayurveda
The Ancient holistic models of health ask us to be truly aware that all health conditions stem from our inability to digest food and life well. Traditional Indian medicine, Ayurveda, stipulates that our digestion be perfect so that we can function in a healthy way, both mentally and … [Read more...]
ENERGY MEDICINE: Grounding into the body.
The body is a very useful tool for deep awareness. To awaken and fully experience life we need to be deeply grounded in the body. Staying grounded in the body means to fully engaged in the flow of life, present with people and nature, hearing, feeling, moving and essentially “being”. The body … [Read more...]
Mindfulness & MIND-BODY Medicine.
The Theravadic Buddhist tradition describes Mindfulness, moment to moment awareness, as the entry point to first stage enlightenment, and whilst Buddhism is not Yoga, the 8 Fold paths in both traditions look very similar side by side. I have always found mindfulness to be the closest thing to the … [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...]
