The End of Ego: Reclaiming Inner Peace
In today’s fast-paced world, we often blame external factors – bad luck, challenging situations, or difficult relationships – for our biggest obstacles. Yet, the real enemy is often internal: our ego. Not the Freudian concept, but the everyday ego fuelled by an inflated sense of self-importance or personal ambition. This ego can undermine personal goals, strain relationships, and dismantle what we’ve […]
The Art of Non-Doing: Discovering Wu Wei
In the whirlwind of our fast-paced lives, the notion of ‘doing nothing’ seems not only counterintuitive but even irresponsible. Our culture is steeped in the ethos of perpetual motion – always achieving, always acquiring, always on the go. However, during a recent family adventure to China, I discovered a refreshing counterpoint in the Taoist concept […]
One Resolution To Rule Them All
The end-of-year holidays mark a season of celebration and joy, yet they can also usher in stress and a constant state of busyness. As the Christmas rush subsides, a new year dawns, bringing with it the expectation of renewing existing resolutions or creating new ones. This scenario is familiar to many of us: we start […]
Living with Ikigai: Finding meaning in each day
In our fast-paced world that demands us to be pulled in many different directions, it’s no wonder that we can often feel weighed down by an array of negative emotions such as anxiety, overwhelm, disappointment, anger and sadness. This assault on our emotional health if not resolved can invariably manifest into lingering chronic problems. Navigating […]
Kintsugi – a powerful visual metaphor for living
Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese art of repairing broken pottery using gold or silver lacquer, resulting in a unique piece that does not hide the damage but instead highlights any cracks and imperfections. Dating back to the 15th century in Japan, it became a common practice among samurai and nobility, who prized the unique beauty […]
Bhakti Yoga – the yoga of love & devotion
Back to Part 4 Part 5 in our 5 Part series on the Paths of Yoga. Begin at Part 1 Yoga has been explained as an integration and harmony between thought, word and deed, or head, heart and hand. Through the practices of yoga, one develops an awareness of the interrelation between the emotional, mental […]
Jnana Yoga – the yoga of contemplation
Back to Part 3 Part 4 in our 5 Part series on the Paths of Yoga. Forward to Part 5 Yoga began as a mental practice to discover techniques and methods of using the mind to discover and create more contentment, joy, and peace. For many, the path from asana (physical postures) leads naturally to […]
Karma Yoga – Meditation in Action
Back to Part 2 Part 3 in our 5 Part series on the Paths of Yoga. Forward to Part 4 Karma yoga is one of the spiritual paths based on the “yoga of action”. Karma is both action and the result of action. What we experience today is the result of our karma created by […]
Stability and wellness – the connection
Mind loves freedom but….. the body loves stability! Let this be your anthem!! Repeat it every day, let it sink in and get to understand what this means. What form of stability are we talking? Let’s focus on meal times to start. In Ayurveda there is the core understanding that we come from nature, we […]
Time for a real conversation?
Yes we are all aware too much technology is not good and yet we use it everyday. Yes we have apps that remind us of our usage, but you ignore the reminders, or opt for another device… We live in a time where EVERYTHING is competing for your attention, for your precious time. Mindfulness becomes […]
The 4 Paths of Yoga: Raja Yoga, the Yoga of Meditation
Back to Part 1 Part 2 in our 5 Part series on the Paths of Yoga. Forward to Part 3 Yoga is so much more than just strength, flexibility or a physical practice. It seeks to let you see the deeper parts of the body that cannot be seen by the naked eye. Yoga, […]
Yoga: Off the mat and into life
Part 1 in our 5 Part series on the Paths of Yoga. Forward to Part 2 The practices of yoga are meant to touch the whole fabric of our lives, not just our physical health. Thousands of years old, yogic wisdom contains profound practical relevance for life and living in the modern world. The word […]
10 Tips To Help You Stay Mindful & Reduce Stress & Anxiousness
In times of high stress, it can be challenging to even stop and take a deep breath. Stress can affect your overall quality of life. It can take a toll on your immune health and leave you feeling overwhelmed. And while not stressing is easier said than done, here are some simple tips to help […]
JOMO – the Mindful Antidote to FOMO
What is FOMO and is it really a big deal? FOMO is the feeling of having to be constantly available, mentally or in person, wanting to do everything and be everywhere; eventually achieving nothing significant in the long-term. It can cause anxiety, fatigue, stress, and problems with sleep. We have all made a social commitment […]
Radical Acceptance – Embracing Life
We find ourselves in unchartered territory again. The sudden lockdowns coupled with the uncertainty about when our lives will return to normal can result in ongoing anxiety. We face pain and challenges in life but how do we stop these from becoming suffering? Radical Acceptance can be a powerful ally to help us achieve this […]
