Yoga has been an incredible tool in helping me manage my anxiety. When I step onto my mat and begin my practice, I can feel the tension melting away from my body with each breath I take. The combination of physical postures, deep breathing exercises, and meditation helps me center myself and bring my focus … Continue reading Do you suffer from stress and anxiety? Yoga may help…
If we consider our subtle energy system, anger and guilt are often associated with imbalances in the Solar Plexus Chakra, also known as the Manipura Chakra. The Solar Plexus Chakra is located in the upper abdomen, just below the ribcage, and is associated with our sense of personal power, self-esteem, self-worth, and emotions such as … Continue reading Healing Anger and Guilt with Energy Balancing Techniques
Prior to commencing my yoga journey, I had no idea what a chakra was and it wasn’t until my first yoga teacher training did I really start to understand their significance. As more and more people start to explore their wellness beyond the physical aspects of our ‘meat suit’, it’s important to explore our subtle … Continue reading Finding Balance Within: Hello Chakras
Positivity is a powerful force that can have a profound impact on your mental health and overall well-being. However, changing your mindset is not always easy. Many of us are wired to think negatively, and it can be difficult to break out of this thinking pattern. Fortunately, there are simple ways to retrain your brain to think positively and transform your life. In this post, we’ll explore three easy ways to retrain your brain and cultivate a more positive outlook on life. Continue reading 3 Simple Ways to Think Positively and Transform Your Life
Stress has become a common problem in today’s fast-paced world. It can take a toll on our physical, mental and emotional well-being. While there are various ways to cope with stress, one that has gained popularity in recent years is guided meditation. Guided meditations offer a way to connect with the inner self, helps us be more relaxed, focused and brings awareness to the present moment. In this article, we will explore how guided meditations can help reduce stress, and how to practice a simple yet effective tense and release guided meditation to help release tension in the body. Continue reading Let it Go: A Tense and Release Guided Meditation for Deep Relaxation
As I prepare for my upcoming happiness workshop, I’ve started brainstorming all of the topics I want to cover. I have been blessed with an uncanny ability to always find the best in any situation – regardless of the circumstance. Now, this certainly does not mean that I haven’t experienced my fair share of hardships, however, I’m wired to handle challenges as merely opportunities in disguise. My critics dismiss this self proclaimed super power as viewing the world through rose coloured glasses, but I know different. 😜 #IYKYK Continue reading Comparison is the Thief of Joy: Ditch the Habit and Find Your Own Happy
The negative self-talk cycle is all too easy to get caught in. Our brains are wired for survival, we tend to internalize negative feedback, social media can fuel comparison, and past experiences can contribute to negative thinking patterns. Recognizing these factors can help break the cycle and shift towards more positive self-talk. By focusing on our strengths, accomplishments, and positive feedback, we can rewire our brains to see ourselves in a more positive light. Continue reading Silencing Your Inner Critic: How to Tackle Negative Self Talk
What the heck is a Chakra?? Prior to my yoga teacher training I would have wondered the same thing if someone told me my “chakras” were out of alignment. Continue reading Unravelling the Mysteries of Your Subtle Energy System: A Beginner’s Guide to Chakras
Energy healing is an alternative approach to healthcare that aims to balance the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of the body. It works by restoring the natural flow of energy within the body to promote healing, relaxation, and overall well-being. Practitioners of energy healing believe that every person has an energy field that surrounds and permeates their physical body, known as the aura, and that this energy field can be manipulated to bring about positive changes in their health. Continue reading Energize Your Soul: Unlock the Power of Energy Healing
In 2018, after spending years searching for stress management modalities that didn’t involve pharmaceutical intervention, I decided to enrol in the 100 hour Trauma Sensitive Yoga Teacher training offered through YogaFit Canada. In the first 20hr training, YogaFit for Warriors (PTSD) , we were introduced to the role that vagus nerve has in the body’s … Continue reading Suggested Read: In an Unspoken Voice
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