February 2023 | Unfurl
This newsletter, originally published in February 2023, I talk about injuries - how we navigate the frustrations and challenges they bring up, as well as what they teach us in the long term. It also includes a free playlist, a free yoga class from my YouTube channel and a reading recommendation.
January 2023 | Trust
This newsletter, originally published in January 2023, gives an ayurvedic perspective on New Years resolutions through the central ideas of prakriti and vikriti. It also includes a free playlist, a free yoga class from my YouTube channel and a reading recommendation.
December 2022 | Reflect
This newsletter, originally published in December 2022, embraces the winter season and the yogic concept of apana (downward energy). It also includes a free playlist, a free yoga class on my YouTube channel and a reading recommendation.
November 2022 | Mellow
This newsletter, originally published in November 2022, dives deeper into the fourth of the Four Foundations of Mindfulness taught by the Buddha. It also includes a free playlist, a free yoga class on my YouTube channel and a reading recommendation.
October 2022 | Contract
This newsletter, originally published in October 2022, dives deeper into the third of the Four Foundations of Mindfulness taught by the Buddha. It also includes a free playlist, a free yoga class on my YouTube channel and a reading recommendation.
January 2021 | Eclipse
This newsletter, originally published in January 2021, dives deeper into the second of the Four Foundations of Mindfulness taught by the Buddha. It also includes a free playlist, a free yoga class on my YouTube channel and a reading recommendation.
November 2020 | Soften
This newsletter, originally published in November 2020, breaks down the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as they were taught by the Buddha. It also includes a free playlist, a free yoga class on my YouTube channel and a reading recommendation.
October 2020 | Transform
This newsletter, originally published in October 2020, looks at how Ayurveda (yoga's sister science) can help us fully embrace the transformative power of the Autumn season through small and practical daily actions. It also includes a free playlist, a free yoga class on my YouTube channel and a reading recommendation.
Mudra Monday: Bhramara Mudra & Pranayama
To further strengthen your practice, you can combine this mudra with Brahmari pranayama, which is named after the Indian black humming bee…
Mudra Monday: Jalodar Nashak Mudra
A yogic hand gesture thought to have a healing effect on its practitioner by promoting the balance of water within the body…
Mudra Monday: Brahma Mudra
Brahma mudra helps to promote a complete breath during pranayama breathing practices …
Mudra Monday: Hakini Mudra
It is said to summon the energy of the sixth chakra, located in the Third Eye space between the eyebrows…
Mudra Monday: Vitarka Mudra
In Vitarka mudra, the circle formed by the index finger and thumb symbolises the flow of information and energy…
Mudra Monday: Shiva Linga Mudra
Although Shiva is known as the 'destroyer,' his destruction is simply creating the preconditions for something new to grow…
Mudra Monday: Vajrapradama Mudra
Vajrapradama mudra suggests self-confidence, trust and faith in the higher Self…
Mudra Monday: Matangi Mudra
As this mudra helps to both open and balance Manipura Chakra, our radiant jewel at the navel centre…
Mudra Monday: Uttarabodhi Mudra
Practicing Uttarabodhi is a great way to calm an excited mind, or soothe the nerves before starting a seemingly overwhelming task…
Mudra Monday: Bhumisparsha Mudra
As the legend goes, one day, while sitting in meditation under the Bodhi tree…
Mudra Monday: Karana Mudra
It works by removing what Buddhists refer to as 'obstacles' as well as enhancing positive emotions…
Mudra Monday: Shakti Mudra
Shakti is often considered a sensual or ‘feminine’ Mudra due to its effect on the pelvic area…