When it comes to stretching I think most of us will agree that stretching the body comes to mind, or? But I find it’s equally important to stretch our mind. Therefore I'll have a quick look at what stretching can do for both. Let’s have a look at the body first. Sadly a “good stretch” is… Continue reading S-T-R-E-T-C-H-I-N-G
Category: Yoga, Fitness, Wellbeing
The summer holidays buzz
Would you agree that summertime and Christmas are special times? There is certain buzz in both of them as both are filled with fun, joy and excitement. But they can as well bring tension, stress and exhaustion. For those living far away from family, summer holidays often mean going home or having family visiting. And… Continue reading The summer holidays buzz
No-vember
Welcome NO-vember! No November blues this year! As we are coming towards the end of the year we more often than not start to feel worn out, exhausted and `off`. Well, at least I assume I am not alone out there feeling like that?! The past weeks have been dragging as I seem to have… Continue reading No-vember
The energising breath
Often, and especially at Yoga, we talk about breathing patterns to calm us down, to help us to relax, to unwind. But we can use the breath to engerize, too. I tend to use it at times when I feel tired after a bad night sleep, struggling with jet lag or when I feel exhausted… Continue reading The energising breath
Create a glimpse of mindfulness
Life can be stressful and hectic and we easily lose track of time and what does us good! Add to that the pressure of “you should” - exercise, meditate, be mindful, relax, sleep, read, educate further - "at least every day for an x-amount" of time to succeed. Don`t we all already have enough pressure… Continue reading Create a glimpse of mindfulness