"The breath flows in and out of the body like a series of waves rolling up and down the beach. " Some thoughts about Earth and Water and guided practices on this theme.
Category: A Space to Be
You Are Complete
"Polish the mirror until you can seeYourself with soft eyes, compassionatelyStep through the doorway, you hold the keyPierce the veil of illusionYou are complete." - Luc Acke These beautiful words are from my friend and fellow yoga teacher Luc Acke in Belgium. They are not just poetic words but also the lyrics to a song… Continue reading You Are Complete
Glimmer of Hope
I actually really enjoyed seeing all these grey clouds this morning, and the ethereal light sneaking through. Where there is light there is shadow. Where there is darkness there is always a glimmer of hope. Shilbottle View 4 May 2020
Hit The Wall
Restriction can be unappealing, but whether we resist it or surrender to it, there is an opportunity to grow, to open or to move. I created this practice as a little exploration into boundaries and resistance.
Beltane / World Labyrinth Day
A love heart on the lawn for Beltane and World Labyrinth Day. It's quite amazing to think we have been physical distancing now for an eighth of 2020. Last time I saw any of my yoga students was at our labyrinth walk for the Spring Equinox. Now we are half way to Solstice.
Prioritising Wellbeing Over Productivity (an Ode to Jacinda)
The political is personal. I first became aware of Jacinda Ardern when she announced last year that the New Zealand budget would "prioritise wellbeing over economic growth". What might it look like in my own personal life, to prioritise my wellbeing over my productivity?
