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Yin Yoga: A Path to Inner Connection
When I first began practicing yoga 27 years ago, Hatha Yoga was a balanced blend of introspective poses and strengthening postures. Over the years, I have observed a shift in the yoga world—a tendency toward more physically demanding and dynamic practices that emphasize strength, endurance, and movement. While these practices have their merits, they focus on the masculine energy and often bypass the feminine energy that our being needs to remain balanced and move toward self-realization. This evolution in yoga trends highlights the importance of restoring equilibrium through practices like Yin Yoga, which nurtures introspection, stillness, and deep connection with oneself.

Where is My Mind?
So here I am, preparing my props, mainly various balls. As I sat in the room, ready for class to begin, I reflected on the beauty of yoga practice: approaching with an open heart and a willingness to explore oneself, never knowing what each class would bring. Today’s session reminded me how quickly the mind can wander when the present moment is uncomfortable. I’m still amused by the inner dialogue I had during class.

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What is Hatha-Yoga?
Yoga is a holistic way of living, including dietary habits, disciplined practice, and introspection. It is a path guiding us towards enlightenment. Along this journey, we experience improvements in our physical well-being, emotional contentment, and overall sense of fulfillment.

Say “YES” To Life
Life is a perpetual stream of energy, constantly in motion, shaping our experiences and journeys. Whether joyful or challenging, every event we encounter is made of energy. It's not about confinement but rather about allowing it to move freely. As we say yes to what unfolds before us, we ride the current of life. And when faced with difficulties, we can allow the pain to pass through us rather than resisting its flow.

Rekindling The Spark to Live Beyond Autopilot
Are we living on autopilot, or are we fully present and mindful?
Purpose and inspiration pass by when we only go through the motions. Living on autopilot makes us oblivious to the present moment, lost in our thoughts—worried about the future, burdened by the past— and missing the beauty of now.

Now or Never
In today's society, multitasking has become the norm, often seen as necessary for productivity and success. However, it can lead to stress and a sense of disconnection from our own lives. Our minds become cluttered with thoughts and distractions, preventing us from fully experiencing each moment. Happiness is Now, not yesterday or tomorrow…
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Power of Embodied Intentions
In Vedic philosophy, there's a concept called "Sankalpa", which is about intention. It's not just a passing thought; Sankalpa is a potent force capable of materializing in our physical world. The quality of our intentions influences the outcomes of our actions. This is the first step toward transformation. Sankalpa comes from two words, “San” means “to become one with” and “kalpa” means “time” and “subconscious mind.”
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Imperfectly Balanced: Confessions of a Yogi
…Society loves to paint yogis as perpetually peaceful and Ayurvedic practitioners as examples of health. The truth? Even my revered teachers have their down days and health hiccups. This pressure to appear perfect? It's exhausting. We're all human, with emotions, struggles, and bad days. Let's embrace that! - Sophie offers emotional balance, ayurveda, yoga, and holistic wellness services to those interested in improving their lives through holistic wellness" in addition to more specific language around the blog topic.

I see, I love, I let go
Last Friday, I attended an event where a speaker led us in a 5-minute mindfulness exercise to connect with our emotions…

Mindful Breathing for a mindful life.
As I started my training in Yoga I discovered that there is so much about the breath, I bought several books about the breath and I remember my mother saying “I didn’t know we could write so much about the breath”. Yes, we take our breath for granted, and yet it has so much to share.