This is a saying that means a lot to the yoga therapy world. The late Krishnamarcharya used to say something similar: Teach yoga not as it applies to you, but as it applies to the individual. This is Yoga therapy. As both teachers and practitioners, we must aim to always apply the … [Read more...]
The Little Prince on Kindness
"One sees clearly only with the heart." "You become responsible, forever, for what you have tamed." "It is the time you have lost for your rose that makes your rose so important." From the story book: The Little Prince, a worthwhile read. Compassion affects your health. Research by … [Read more...]
21 Day Yoga Therapy Challenge: Towards A Compassionate Heart….
Would you like to join in our 21 day challenge towards achieving good health and well being, creating a compassionate heart and liberated mind? With the proven use of positive intention, brain neuroplasticity, and psychoneuroimmunology, you will see very effective changes in your mental health … [Read more...]
NEW Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Term Begins
NEW Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Term BEGINS New 10 week term starts 14th July and ends 18th September 2014 Commit to this for your own benefit... Areas of study include dosha-based yoga therapy program, secrets of the marmas, nutrition, meditation, breath-work, lifestyle and self-care … [Read more...]
To Set Us Free..
“The World exists to set us free” Placing ourselves in a ‘tight spot’ through whatever we choose to do can always bring both joy and tension. A yoga posture, a meditation practice, a nutritional plan or a large project we take on in life, may place a certain pressure upon ourselves. We … [Read more...]
Following a 21-day Sattvic Nutrition Plan
Following a gentle sattvic diet may be important in times of need to still the mind, heal the body or even to cleanse. This is a recommended diet for patients healing digestive ailments, skin or fluctuating mental patterns. It may also help those who wish to lose weight or reduce headaches … [Read more...]
Breath
SPACE… I read an interview with Tim Winton this week that captured something meaningful to me... Australia is a continent where there is more space than people. Many of us have grown up with a wide sky and therefore we are wired differently, our brains recognising vast spatial … [Read more...]
Walk Beside Me
“Don't walk behind me; I may not lead. Don't walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend.” ― Albert Camus Whilst sitting in a waiting room I came across this quote above. "Walk beside me"... These three words reminded me of importance of … [Read more...]
Newsletter Minimalism 29/5
MINIMALISM Minimalism, I like it a lot, and it has finally found me once again. People who minimalize often report: Happiness, less discontent More time Presence Freedom Creativity, less consumerism A focus on health Generosity and altruism Minimalists often have … [Read more...]
Newsletter 23.5.14 2
Amendment to Ayurveda email. Apologies, there is some important additional information for this email: Date and link for this retreat: Sunday 15 June 2014 Ayurveda and Yoga for Your Personal Constitution – Yoga and Meditation Retreat Thank you, and have a great day. My Mum sent me … [Read more...]
Newsletter 23.5.14
Ayurveda is the science of life. What more can be said? A wonderful philosophy to live by....come and learn how at our next weekend retreat.... What we will cover: •Ayurvedic Cosmology, Samkhya, the Five Elements •The Biological Humors of Vata, Pitta and Kapha – elements, … [Read more...]
Newsletter 16.5.14
The Laughing Buddha is an image of glee that always reminds me to hold things lightly. In the words of a Buddhist monk..."If you are suffering, look at what you are attached to...." Seeing through our attachments, we make life a little lighter, a little more fun. RETREATS The … [Read more...]
Newsletter 11.5.14
My absolute favourite thing to do is coming up next weekend...enjoying stillness in meditation. Please join us! Sunday 18th May 1.30-4.30pm. Meditation, Prayanama Retreat Insight meditation: 2 hours sitting, eating and walking meditation Pranayama: 30 mins Theory of chakras and … [Read more...]
Technical Difficulties
Please note Please note that we are experiencing some minor technical difficulties which has resulted in emails not making it through to us at the moment. You are important to us, and we will get back to you as soon as this problem is solved. Sorry for any issues this has caused, if you … [Read more...]
Newsletter 1.5.14
AQUA YOGA The Pool is ready to go....We start Aqua Yoga Monday May 5th 11.15am-12 noon. Bring some sunscreen, socks, googles, hat, towel, togs. Come and have a go! Will be fun :-) (Please notes some Monday dates below on the timetable where classes are not on) RESTORATIVE YOGA … [Read more...]
Newsletter 25.4.14
AQUA YOGA Aqua Yoga is bound to start soon, and I am sorry for the building delay, but wont be starting next week as planned. I will not promise any start date as yet, rather just wait until we are all ready to go pool wise. Thank you for your patience. EXCELLENT CLASS The timetable … [Read more...]
Newsletter 18.4.14
The new yoga studio has been aptly named by my husband as "Celia's Fun-Time Yoga Kiosk" He is taking orders for sunglasses, chewing gum, key-rings and t'shirts. The neon lights are coming, and the open day soon to be announced. Here are some photos to prove to you that life up … [Read more...]
Newsletter – Sat 12.4.14
DO this!!! With my whole heart and soul I recommend this practice when you are tired, fatigued, sore, stress, or rejuvenating....this is the BEST medicine that I truly swear by. Daily self Ayurvedic massage (Abhyanga) Benefits: Increased circulation, especially to nerve … [Read more...]
Newsletter 4/4/14
Hello, We need your input to develop the BEST timetable to provide excellent service to you. AFTER HOURS CLASSES We often get asked for an after hours class, and I wold love to offer this, as we have the most amazing yoga teacher in our Brookfield suburb named Jasmine O'Brien, who … [Read more...]
Newsletter 28.3.14
Have you ever had a moment when for a time when you were completely absorbed by a certain event and forgot everything around you? It may be a unique experience for some, and a well-educated daily experience for others. Through yoga and meditation we truly learn how to master our minds and … [Read more...]