Last week we began our discussion by articulating the reality that in today’s modernised, technologized culture we are prone to intellectualising the parts of our being that are innately not designed to be conceptualised. We considered in detail the physiological and psychological effects of … [Read more...]
The ache in heartache: why grief and loss is more than in the mind
Is grief and loss more than in the mind? There is no denying that we live in a world where knowledge and intellect informs our very being. We are surrounded by technology that allows us, each minute of the day, to tap into resources which have the power to intellectualise away the innate part of … [Read more...]
What is Microbiome? & is my Skin’s Microbiome related to my Gut Microbiome?
What is Microbiome? What is Microbiome? You have heard the word many times now. Skin Mircrobiome. Gut Mircobiome. Maybe you have heard the word microbiota, microorganisms, and microbial genomes? Though you know somehow they are important to you, at this point in time you are wondering if they are … [Read more...]
The Great Gut Revolution is here to stay!
This is really worth watching! The Catalyst recently produced an episode on gut health, relaxation, anxiety, depression, diet and yoga to help! And what better timing than this week to take a sneak peak and make the decision to come along to our weekend retreat and spoil yourself by gaining great … [Read more...]
Epigenetics & The Karmic Fate of our Genes
Bring on the revolution – Epigenetics & The Karmic Fate of our GenesThe writing is not always on the wall. As technological advances continue to expand our understanding of what it means to be human, research begins to prove what ancient texts and prophetic leaders have taught for centuries – We … [Read more...]
Is there a link between your emotional and physical chronic pain?
Pain: Understanding the perpetual cycle that links psychological and physiological concepts of chronic pain. 5 ways to approach pain relief Aside from the rare disorder of congenital insensitivity to pain (less than 20 cases reported in scientific literature), neither you nor I are immune to the … [Read more...]
Lucid Dreaming – The Why & The How
Lucid dreams are a phenomenon that have been explored in depth for centuries. There is a rich and deep history of dream exploration dated back as far as 5000 years ago. Indeed, modern research still continues to examine and explore dreams in an attempt to fathom what they are, why we have them, and … [Read more...]
17 November – Ayurvedic Yogic Psychology
Learn about the magnificence of the mind - Ayurvedic & Yogic Psychology... Our minds have much more power than we know. In todays culture there is, quite often, an underlying feeling of helplessness when it comes to our wellbeing. Yet many traditions and ancient philosophies recognised the … [Read more...]
20th October ~ Gynaecological Disorders
Learn about gynaecological disorders and holistically healthy menstrual cycles This session will focus on gynaecological disorders, and what it means to have a healthy menstrual cycle from the Ayurvedic philosophy. We will look at how we can begin to recognise subtle, or not so subtle symptoms of … [Read more...]
Sleep. Are you getting enough? 7 ways to pay off your sleep debt
Sleep. I do wonder, how many times has someone asked you how you are, or perhaps you have asked someone how they are, and the response has been “oh, I am just tired”. We say, “just tired” as if to dismiss a knowing within that tells us to rest: the intuit within that acknowledges the importance of … [Read more...]
Natural remedies to Suffering | A Guide to Ayurvedic Diet Practises
Part Three & Four of Ten Natural remedies to Suffering: A Guide to Ayurvedic Diet Practices Continuing on from yesterday as we began our journey inward discovering the first two of our ten natural remedies to suffering: Nurture an internal environment of relaxation Cultivate heightened … [Read more...]
Our skin microbiome – interview with Emmily Banks
You may or may not have heard of the ‘skin microbiome’, or you may have heard of the ‘gut microbiome’. In a nutshell, both these biomes are an ecosystem within our body made up of millions of bacteria, fungi and viruses. Their main purpose is to protect us and fight against infection and toxins. Our … [Read more...]
Breathing techniques and yoga poses for those struggling with anaemia
Anaemia occurs when there is a reduced number of red blood cells or a low amount of haemoglobin in the blood and is a very common disorder mainly found in women. It comes in a variety of forms, but the most common types are caused by iron deficiency. Treatments vary for this problem, but it has been … [Read more...]
How can a Clinical Yoga Session help you manage symptoms of your thyroid disorder?
Yoga is considered to bring great benefit to both physical and mental health, but more recently it has been used alongside modern medicine. It has been prescribed to some patients for the management of certain diseases and disorders. So much so, that many people that experience thyroid and … [Read more...]
Key Ways to Practice According to the Season, Time of Day, Weather, and Location
The type of asana you practice and the time of practice is a factor of your personal rhythm within 24-hour period, your relationship to the sun and moon, the changing seasons and heat and cold. Everyone’s biorhythm varies. Some people get up early in the morning completely refreshed, others feel … [Read more...]
Key Ways to Practice Yoga for Your Dosha
The science of Ayurveda is governed by the sankalpa or intention of personal healing and enlightenment. Ayurveda claims that an imbalance in doshas disrupts the flow of intelligence through the mind-body system leading to disease and disorder. It is possible to restore balance in the doshas to … [Read more...]
Therapeutic Yoga & Ayurveda for Nausea, Heartburn, Ulcers, Hyperacidity – Celia Roberts BSc
CLINICAL YOGA THERAPY~ Digestive system, Stomach, Small intestine, Nausea, Heart burn, Hyperacidity, Ulcers, Health of skin related to digestion Nutrient absorption from Small Intestine Nutrient absorption happens in the small intestine amongst other places, but is most efficient here because of … [Read more...]
Yoga and Ayurveda for Shoulders & Headaches with Celia Roberts BSc
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT YOUR TYPE Of HEADACHES THROUGH AYURVEDA... Do you have Vata Pitta or Kapha headaches? VATA Vata type headaches arise at base of the head and neck and can often feel like a throbbing or pulsating sensation. Dull ache may also persist and the aches can move … [Read more...]
Skin, Digestion, Stress, Yoga, Ayurveda and Daily Self Massage with Celia Roberts BSc
Your digestion effects your skin and so does your stress... The waxing and waning of disease in the body and emotional states are expressed through eruptions in the skin. Stress is often as a significant factor in acne, psoriasis, itching, hives, herpes and profuse sweating. But it isn't only … [Read more...]
Natural Ways to Decongest the Nose: Yoga and Breathing
These notes were a snippet taken from a Clinical Yoga Therapy workshop we did on Breathing and the Respiratory system. We are looking at natural ways to unblock the nasal passages and possibly induce a shift nasal laterality. This nasal shift occurs every 1-6 hours in healthy individuals and … [Read more...]
