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Get inspired with yoga related articles on asana sequences, yoga practices and yoga philosophy. 

5 IMPORTANT ASPECTS TO SUPPORT YOUR ASANA PRACTICE

Natarajasana yoga pose
Our asana practice comes with many pleasant experiences and plenty of challenges too. It is all part of the journey we experience on the mat. Learn about these 5 important aspect to support your asana practice.
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STRETCH AND LET GO OF STRESS DUO ASANA PRACTICE

Stretch and let go of stress partner yoga sequence
A beautiful and gentle duo asana practice to stretch the body, relax the mind and let go of stress.
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ASANA PRACTICE FOR MONTHLY CYCLE

Yoga asana practice for monthly cycle
A beautiful and gentle asana practice to do during the monthly cycle.
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4 RELAXING YOGA ASANAS TO PRACTICE BEFORE SLEEP

4 relaxing yoga asanas to practice before sleep
Give yourself some quiet time before sleep to relax and free yourself of the day’s events, by practicing these 4 beautiful yoga asanas.
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WHAT IS SANTOSHA IN YOGA PHILOSOPHY AND HOW CAN WE PRACTICE IT IN LIFE?

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Raja Yoga gives us the concept of Santosha to be practiced as part of our yoga journey towards Moksha or freedom of ignorance from the true Self. What is Santosha and how can we practice this daily?
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HOW TO STRUCTURE A YOGA ASANA PRACTICE

How to structure a yoga asana practice
Learn how to create a balanced and safe yoga asana sequence.
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7 ARM BALANCING YOGA ASANAS USING YOGA BLOCKS

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A supportive approach to develop the technique, confidence and steadiness in arm balancing yoga asanas by using yoga blocks.
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3 IMPORTANT ASPECTS TO CONSIDER WHEN PRACTICING BACKBEND ASANAS

Chakrasana
Develop a strong and steady foundation in your yoga asana practice. Here are 3 important aspects to consider when practicing
​backbend asanas.
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THE 6 QUALITIES FOR SUCCESS IN YOGA PART 2

The 6 qualities for success in Yoga part 2
Part 2 of this blog series presents the last three qualities for success in Yoga as outlined in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika.
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THE 6 QUALITIES FOR SUCCESS IN YOGA
PART 1

Baddha Padmasana
Learn about the 6 qualities needed for success in yoga as presented in Hatha Yoga Pradipika. This is part 1 of 2 blog series outlining the first three qualities.
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A GENTLE AND RESTORATIVE YOGA PRACTICE FOR THE OCTOBER FULL MOON

Yoga practice for the October full moon
Channel into this full moon energy with a gentle and restorative yoga practice. During this time, frustration and tension may be felt, and this sequence inspires us to be open to ourselves and to life. To be brave and calm in the decisions we take to create the life we want to live.
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HOW TO BRING THE YOGA PHILOSOPHY
​ON THE MAT IN YOUR ASANA PRACTICE

Anjaneyasana variation
The intention behind our asana practice matters. Why we step on the mat and how we approach our practice is a reflection on where we are currently on our yoga path. Learn more about how to bring the Yoga Philosophy on the mat with you.
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HOW THE 4 PATHS OF YOGA TEACH US TO EMBRACE CHANGE IN LIFE

How yoga can teach us to embrace change in life
The yoga philosophy gifts us with 4 different paths which we can take on our journey towards Self-discovery. Learn how each of these paths can teach us to embrace change in life through their practices.
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10 YOGA ASANAS TO PRACTICE DAILY

10 asanas to practice daily
Get inspired for your practice with these 10 asanas that can be done daily for overall physical and mental balance and harmony.
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WHAT IS PRATYAHARA &
​HOW CAN WE PRACTICE IT?

What is Pratyahara and how can we practice it
Learn about the importance of Pratyahara/ sense withdrawal and how we can learn to practice it.
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5 IMPORTANT PRINCIPLES OF YOGA ASANA PRACTICE

Natarajasana
Asana practice is a beautiful journey that can teach us great lessons which we can apply on and off the mat. In my opinion, these are 5 key principles of yoga asana practice
​ that can help us practice more mindfully.
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THE CONNECTION BETWEEN AYURVEDA & YOGA

The connection between Ayurveda and Yoga
A brief introduction to Ayurveda and Yoga to better understand the connection between the two, how and why they can be practiced together.
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4 WAYS TO PRACTICE KARMA YOGA IN DAILY LIFE

4 ways to practice Karma Yoga in daily life
Karma Yoga is one of the four paths of yoga. It is the beautiful journey of action and being of service in the world.
​Read about 4 ways you can practice Karma Yoga in daily life.
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HOW CAN WE APPLY THE YAMAS IN OUR ASANA PRACTICE

Apply the yoga philosophy on your mat
Take the yoga philosophy on your mat. Learn more about the five yamas from the eight limbs of yoga
​and how we can apply them in our asana practice.
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6 YOGA POSES FOR SCIATICA RELIEF

6 yoga poses for sciatica relief
Experiencing sciatica can bring a lot of discomfort and sometimes intense pain. Here are 6 yoga asanas which may help to relief sciatica.
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10 YOGA POSTURES FOR BEGINNERS

10 Yoga postures for beginners
Set a strong foundation in your asana practice
​with these 10 yoga asanas.
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4 IMPORTANT TEACHINGS OF THE YOGA PHILOSOPHY TO APPLY IN DAILY LIFE

Teachings of the yoga philosophy
How can we apply the beautiful teachings of the Yoga Philosophy in life to understand ourselves, our experiences
​and find balance? Read about these 4 powerful ways and key aspects of yoga.
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MY TOP 4 TIPS ON HOW TO CREATE A DAILY YOGA ROUTINE AND STICK TO IT

4 tips on creating a daily yoga routine
Developing a yoga routine can seem challenging, but it is not. Yoga contributes to our overall wellbeing in such
​ a positive way, so find what works for you and just practice.
Here are my top 4 helpful tips to create a daily yoga routine and stick with it. 
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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN
​YIN YOGA AND ​RESTORATIVE YOGA?

Eka pada rajakapotasana yoga
Both yin yoga and restorative yoga styles are known for their gentle yet effective approach to asana.
​Find out what is the difference between the two types of asana practice.
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WHICH YOGA PRACTICE STYLE SUITS YOU BASED ON YOUR AYURVEDA DOSHA?

Learn about which style of yoga and asana practice suits you the most based on your predominant Ayurveda dosha.
Yoga style based on your Ayurveda dosha
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PARTNER YOGA ASANAS FOR BALANCE & FLEXIBILITY

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A great way to share your asana practice with a friend, family member or romantic partner.
​Learn about each in more detail.
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THERAPEUTIC YOGA SEQUENCE FOR STRESS AND FEELING OVERWHELMED

Padmasana
Opting for a gentle and more therapeutic style asana practice can bring a sense of calm and tranquility to the body and the mind. This asana sequence focuses on specific postures that help us release stagnant emotions and quieten the mind.
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WHAT IS YOUR YOGA ASANA PRACTICE STYLE?

What is your asana practice style?
Learn about the different styles of asana practice and see which type suits your needs the most at this moment. ​
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YOGA POSTURES FOR HEALTHY DIGESTION

Asanas for digestion
6 asanas that stimulate the digestive organs, can help with constipation and maintain a healthy digestion. ​
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THE FOUR PATHS OF YOGA

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Find out which type of yogic path is best suited for you by learning more about the four streams of yoga. 
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CORRECT YOUR POSTURE WITH YOGA AND PILATES

correct body posture

Check your current posture and find out about different asanas and mat Pilates exercises to help you maintain correct posture. 
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TIPS FOR ARM-BALANCING YOGA POSTURES

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Learn how to develop a strong practice with arm-balancing postures. Practice these four steps. 
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FULL MOON IN AQUARIUS ASANA PRACTICE

warrior sequence yoga
Channel this full moon in Aquarius energy with this yoga sequence creating empowerment, self-confidence and clarity of the mind. 
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A YOGA SEQUENCE FOR HEALING

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A gentle yoga sequence for feeling balanced, calm and open to heal and release all that no longer feel supportive on your life path. 
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RELEASE EMOTIONAL BLOCKAGES WITH THESE
HIP OPENING YOGA POSES

Kapotanasana
Through our asana practice, we can learn to release physical tension but also blocked or negative emotional and thought patterns. Learn more about how to release old, emotional blockages in the body with hip openers. 
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THE EMOTIONAL JOURNEY OF
​YOGA BACKBENDS

Urdva dhanurasana
Backbends can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Discover the emotional journey of the yoga backbends and some key aspects that you can focus during your practice. ​
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7 YOGA POSES TO HELP WITH
​ANXIETY AND STRESS

Virabhdrasana II
Anxiety and stress can be experienced by everybody and their effects on the body and mind can vary. Try these 7 asanas to create harmony in the body and mind. 
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PRACTICE SELF-LOVE WITH THESE 5 ASANAS​

camatkarasana

Practice self-love and discover ways of being more kind and nurturing towards yourself. When you learn to love yourself, your world suddenly becomes a beautiful experience of abundance, joy and happiness. 
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5 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW
ABOUT YOGA BEFORE YOU START

full moon
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced yogi, these 5 things will help you understand and deepen your practice. ​​
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3 YOGA ASANAS TO START
YOUR DAY WITH

extended side angle pose
Rise and shine, it's stretching time!
​
 These 3 asanas are great for stretching the whole body, activate the muscles and digestive system and of course, leave feeling energised and balanced for the day ahead. This is a quick 15 minute routine to help you feel more energised and confident for the day ahead. 
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WHAT IS RESTORATIVE YOGA?

Restorative yoga
If you are looking for a gentle kind of yoga practice that focuses on complete relaxation and restoration without much physical effort, the restorative yoga practice
may be the perfect one to try.
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WHAT ARE YOGA PROPS
​AND HOW TO USE THEM

Low lunge with yoga blocks
Learn about the most commonly used yoga props and how to use them. ​​
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LEARNING TO SURRENDER THROUGH YOGA

ustrasana
Is it pain or are you resisting? Find out how you can learn to surrender through practicing yoga at your own pace, in your own time and rhythm. ​
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