Category: reflections

The Golden Jar

Today’s Meditation Cafe was its usual treat of shared stories and stillness. Our conversation reminded me of a story from Henry Normal (if you do not know Henry, do look him up or follow this link to BBC sounds for poetry, storytelling and comedy… Continue Reading “The Golden Jar”

A Personal Journey: Spirituality, Faith & Yoga

I first met Rachel in 2012 through my bodywork and yoga practice. Over the years, we have talked about yoga, Christianity, spirituality, faith and relationship. This has naturally led to the creation of a retreat to honour individual practices and journeys in the company… Continue Reading “A Personal Journey: Spirituality, Faith & Yoga”

Aṣṭāṅga in Yoga

The limbs of yoga are simultaneously present in yoga practice; sometimes obvious, sometimes subtle. That said, we are going to foreground three limbs for reflective practice: āsana , prāṇāyāma and dhāraṇā: postures, seated breathing practice and contemplation/concentration. We often try to dampen mental stress… Continue Reading “Aṣṭāṅga in Yoga”