The Eight Limbs of Yoga
- On Jun, 05, 2015
- Clear Minds Yoga
The first four stages of Patanjali’s ashtanga (8 limbs) yoga concentrate on refining our personalities, gaining mastery over the body, and developing an energetic awareness of ourselves. The fifth to eight limbs deal with the senses, the mind, and attaining a higher state of consciousness. Yama: Relates to one’s ethical standards and sense of integrity. […]
Continue Reading...Why Mindfulness-based practice?
- On Jun, 05, 2015
- Clear Minds Yoga
Stress is a sign of the mind being stuck – either the past or in negative predictions. When we use mindfulness-based practices, we bring the mind back to what we know to be true and real (the present moment) we stop indulging the storyteller (the mind). This allows us to break free from our past, and take action in this moment. Keep in Mind: Set realistic expectations for yourself based on your own personal circumstances (if you’re working with someone else, let them to work out what is realistic for themselves) Everyone (yes even you) needs help sometimes. If you ask for help you’re much more likely to receive it. If you are working with someone – help them to find their own way (not your way). It is possible. It takes time
Continue Reading...Walking Meditation (free!)
- On Jun, 05, 2015
- Clear Minds Yoga
Walking Meditation When we hear the word ‘meditation’, the first image to come to mind is usually that of a sage sitting cross-legged on the floor in his loincloth, with the back of his hands resting on his knees and thumbs gently touching his index fingers. Whilst this is one posture that might be used […]
Continue Reading...Yoga
- On Jun, 05, 2015
- Clear Minds Yoga
Clear Minds Yoga offers a deep, rejuvenating and authentic yoga experience. Pranayama (breath work), asana (movements/poses) and sometimes sound are used to guide you back to the most stable seat of your highest self. Bringing you to the present moment in that space where the mind and body greet each other in joyous reunion. Vinyasa: A class […]
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