Whether we are practicing or teaching yoga, what sets the physical aspects aside from mere exercise is the quality of attention that we bring to focus. The mindful attitude that brings us towards embodiment – inviting our mind to where … Continued
We humans have an interesting relationship with energy. We can expect so much of our resources, often underplaying the recovery time we really need and viewing ‘good energy’ simply as the ability to keep going, no matter what, which is … Continued
For humans, how we use our hands has shaped how we work, express and play as an extension of our big frontal lobes. Recently, the rise in use of keyboards and smartphones has led to a rise in hand, wrist … Continued
Our ability to concentrate is often defined by how able we are to stay on task, but let’s face it, we humans can tend to come in and out of focus continually throughout the day. How motivated we are by … Continued
Our relationships with what we put into our mouths – and therefore our bodies – is set from a young age. Many of us may be able to trace back some more obvious links (like being drawn to biscuits for … Continued
Research shows that around 75-85 percent of the American population experience back pain in their lives (Neurol Clin.,2007;25(2):353-7). Contrary to much investigation into inflammation (such as arthritis) and more serious conditions, most of the root cause is understood to be … Continued
Stress is a common factor in everyday life, but it is important to not define this as simply bad, but rather examine our responses to challenges and the number of things ‘to do’ that we may habitually take on – … Continued
Our skin is the place where we both meet the world and show ourselves to it. How we are feeling and our level of vitality often shows up on our skin, with many of us using make-up to change or … Continued
Our knees hold us up and allow us to propel forward, yet we often give them very little thought until they start to tell us that strain is taking its toll. When we consider that they can bear 5-12 times … Continued
Happy, regulated mood is where life can feel most calm, easy and enjoyable. Yet many often feel in the grip of a rollercoaster rise of emotions, inner criticism, worry and self-doubt. These can include periods of low mood that can … Continued