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Cyclical Living: Tailoring Your Lifestyle to Each Phase of Your Menstrual Cycle

The concept of women’s menstrual cycles aligning with different phases of the moon is nothing new,, this belief stems from ancient wisdom and cultural traditions that view the synchronization of menstrual cycles with moon phases as spiritually and physically significant. When your menstrual cycle aligns with a specific phase of the moon, it carries unique […]

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Embracing the Five Elements of Ayurveda in Everyday Life and Yoga

In the ancient Indian tradition of Ayurveda, the universe is understood to be made up of five fundamental elements: Earth (Prithvi), Water (Jala), Fire (Agni), Air (Vayu), and Space (Akasha). These elements are not only the foundation of the natural world but also resonate within us, influencing our physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. By integrating the

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Pranayama for Prenatal Yogis: Breathwork for a Healthy Pregnancy

Practicing yoga during pregnancy isn’t just about maintaining physical fitness; it’s also about nurturing a deep connection between the mother and baby, and preparing both mentally and physically for the journey of childbirth. Pranayama, or yogic breathwork, is a key element of this practice. It helps manage the emotional shifts common in pregnancy and enhances

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Staying Open: Embracing Feedback and Continuous Learning

Igniting a Cycle of Growth and Inspiration: The Role of Feedback and Ongoing Education in the Journey of a Yoga Teacher Embarking on the path of a yoga teacher is often driven by a passion for personal practice and a desire to share that passion with others. However, the journey doesn’t end once you’ve earned

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Decoding Doula Income: Exploring Paths to Financial Wellness

Decoding Doula Income: Exploring Paths to Financial Wellness    We connected with one doula representing each of the primary career paths: agency employee, contractor doula (primarily working with agencies), and independent doula (mainly self-employed). They provided us with details on their income, hourly rates, pension contributions, and more. While our sample size is limited to

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Basic Principles of Trauma-Informed Yoga

** Enjoy this preview of our upcoming 15 HR Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training with Christine Alevizakis, a registered Clinical Counselor and Facilitator. **     Exploring Trauma-Informed Yoga: A Journey of Healing and Connection   In the realm of yoga teaching, fostering safe and healing spaces goes beyond mastering poses—it requires a deep understanding of

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Exploring Our Edge

In today’s world of Yoga, exploring our edge is something heard often – but what exactly does that mean? It involves leaving that much loved zone of comfort in order to find real area for growth, having the bravery to peer into into the uncertainty of not knowing yet wanting to discover, whilst testing the limits.

In the legendary ancient Yoga Sutras of Pantanjali, Sutra 2.46 mentions Sthira Sukham Asanam’, ‘Sthira’ meaning unwavering/stability and ‘Sukham’ being comfortable/sweetness. In regards to postures and edge exploration, this can be seen as applying a subtle effort to find that sweet spot right between the ease and the challenge. (On a cliff edge, you would have the perfect view of below without being blown off the top).

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