Paying Attention Purposefully

Paying Attention Purposefully

Developing our capacity to focus through yoga

Modern life and advances in technology make life easier in many ways. However with so many options competing for our time, our attention flits from one thing to another and it can feel overwhelming and unsettling at times. How can we become more aware of what we are giving our time to and better focus our attention on what matters most? Yoga practice offers us tools to improve our ability for focused attention so that we can be more present and engaged in everyday activities. One such tool is the gazing point or ‘Drishti’.

How to keep your yoga practice going over the summer holidays

How to keep your yoga practice going over the summer holidays

6 approaches to motivate your summer yoga practice

When the summer comes around it’s all too easy to let go of good habits and best intentions. Maybe it’s too warm or children are out of school and needing attention. Perhaps you’re travelling or spending more time outdoors and the usual routine is temporarily abandoned.  But choosing to spend some time on the yoga mat during this period means you’ll continue to reap the benefits of a more balanced body and mind and it won’t be a struggle restarting in the autumn. So what will inspire you to keep it going during the holiday months?

Setting Resolutions that Stick

Setting Resolutions that Stick

New Years Resolutions?  5 ways to set them so that they stick  

How are your New Years resolutions going so farMany of us set resolutions at the turn of the year yet a large proportion of these are discarded, rejected or sidelined within the first month or even sooner. How can we make them stick? Here are some ideas to help you set something that you can keep.