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sjholisticyoga
Feb 24, 20243 min read
Five Asanas to Awaken Fierce Feminine Energy
Divine masculine and feminine energy are of equal value, each offering its benefits. Regardless of gender, the two energies are balanced...
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sjholisticyoga
Feb 22, 20241 min read
Glimmers - Moments of Joy 1
Every week or so, I like to share my Glimmers, moments of joy. This is the first video in the series. This is your invitation to look out...
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sjholisticyoga
Feb 13, 20242 min read
Affirmations for the Solar Plexus Chakra
The Manipura chakra, also known as the Solar Plexus chakra, is a vital energy centre associated with our personal power, confidence, and...
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sjholisticyoga
Jul 30, 20233 min read
Lammas - A Festival of Gratitude and Abundance
Rooted in ancient agricultural traditions, Lammas, also known as Lughnasadh, is a festival of gratitude and abundance.
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sjholisticyoga
Jul 15, 20233 min read
The Yamas and Niyamas: Exploring Tapas
In the philosophy of Yoga, the Yamas and Niyamas are essential ethical guidelines that provide a roadmap for living a meaningful and...
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sjholisticyoga
Jul 9, 20234 min read
The Yamas and Niyamas: Exploring Santosha
Santosha can be understood as finding contentment and gratitude in the present moment, regardless of external circumstances.
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sjholisticyoga
Jul 3, 20234 min read
The Yamas and Niyamas: Exploring Saucha
In yoga philosophy, Saucha, which means "cleanliness" or "purity" in Sanskrit, is one of the Niyamas, or ethical guidelines.
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sjholisticyoga
Jun 27, 20233 min read
The Yamas and Niyamas: Exploring Aparigraha
Aparigraha is a concept in yoga that is often associated with the practice of non-attachment or non-greediness.
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sjholisticyoga
Jun 13, 20233 min read
The Yamas and Niyamas: Exploring Asteya
Asteya, often translated as "non-stealing" or "non-coveting," goes beyond the mere act of taking someone else's possessions.
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sjholisticyoga
Jun 8, 20234 min read
The Yamas and Niyamas: Exploring Satya
Satya is a Sanskrit term meaning "truth" or "truthfulness."
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sjholisticyoga
Jun 4, 20232 min read
A Brief Exploration of Mudras
A mudra is a gesture or symbol used in yoga. Just like symbols denote a graphical form of an idea or concept, mudras represent...
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sjholisticyoga
Jun 1, 20233 min read
The Yamas and Niyamas: Exploring Ahimsa
Exploring Ahimsa: non-violence and compassion towards all living beings, promoting peace and harmony
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sjholisticyoga
May 27, 20232 min read
The Yamas and the Niyamas
The Yamas and Niyamas are ethical principles and guidelines that form the foundation of classical yoga philosophy. They provide a moral and
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sjholisticyoga
May 21, 20232 min read
What do I mean by Trauma-Informed Yoga?
What is Trauma? I will offer you my current favourite, concise definition of trauma, as defined by Hannah Davis; you will find many...
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sjholisticyoga
Mar 5, 20232 min read
The Five Koshas and How They Influence Yoga Practice
In Sanskrit, kosha means "sheath" or "covering." The Upanishads describe the koshas as a system of five layers of awareness, starting...
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sjholisticyoga
Mar 2, 20233 min read
Class Preview - Balasana - Child's Pose
This week, we will explore Bālāsana (Child's Pose) in class. I hope you like my stick people; these are my little friends who help me...
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sjholisticyoga
Feb 24, 20232 min read
Demystifying Gentle Hatha Yoga
What is Hatha Yoga? Hatha in Sanskrit is often translated on a fundamental level as force or power. Yet, there is a more profound...
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