3 Weird things yoga teachers say and what they actually mean
Don’t panic my friend!
Yes, your yoga teacher (me included) is likely to say weird things but before you panic and start to worry that some of those things should be interpreted literally (open your heart space for example) I am here to explain myself!
So what are some of the weird things yoga teachers say and what do we actually mean?
Sleep is for the weak or need to sleep for a week? Lets Normalise Rest.
Happy new year my friends, I really hope that 2024 will bring you loads of opportunities for joy and plenty of time on your mat!
This article is the first of a new series of pondering’s based on the Yoga Accord’s big vision to Eliminate Hustle, Elevate Play and Normalise Rest.
Each article will be linked to one of the 3 themes and will have a bunch of yoga inspired tips and ideas to help you bring a little more play and rest into your life whilst stepping out of toxic hustle culture, bringing you success in a way that’s is much more sustainable!
The first article in this series is all about sleep - Lets normalise rest.
Are you hustling in your yoga practice? Here’s why you might want to try something different
Ever noticed that you feel rushed in your yoga practice, catching your breath, skipping half of the flow to keep up with other students, itching to get up out of savasana when you just arrived? You might be bringing hustle to your mat my friend!
So how do you hustle less in your yoga practice and why do anything different? Isn’t it good to get sweaty and messy in a strong vinyasa flow?
Well, Yes and No.
All the love and gratitude This winter solstice and international yoga day
Ahhh could this be one of my favourite days of the year? I think it is…as the southern hemisphere shivers through a wintry day and people remind one another that ‘it’s chilly out there’ it’s also a day today to embrace the serene winter vibes, the yin like energy of the winter solstice and to my delight celebrate and honour the practice of yoga on this International Yoga Day.
Natural Leaders & the cycle of burnout: The struggle is real!
Ever noticed how natural leaders always seem to emerge as beacons of light, guidance and inspiration during tough times? Natural leaders are not necessarily always the ones holding leadership titles but when the proverbial shit hits the fan there they are! But what impact does always being available really have?
Hands up if you are a leader who asks for help? + something for you to share with your friends
Hands up if you are a leader who asks for help?
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Yep, that’s what I thought, crickets!
Ok, so you are a strong, capable leader in life or work probably both, who would never in a million years ask for help or seek mentorship right?