Journal

The Chakras are seven bodily energy centers which move from the base of the spine to the top of the head. The word chakra derived from the Sanskrit word for wheel or sometimes referred to as padmas which means lotus.  Chakra’s are not normally seen – unless clairvoyant (a person with the gift to see […]

There are only a few historical sources that remain prior to the 1800’s. It, however, can be determined that Thai Massage combines at least 5 important layers of historical influence. Buddhism In Buddhism Dr. Shivaga Komarapaj is celebrated and honoured as the forefather of Thai Massage. He is told to have been Buddhas personal doctor […]

Breathing is something that is all too often overlooked but is of the utmost importance in correct biomechanical function. The human body will sacrifice everything to maintain respiratory function and this includes posture. Nasal breathing is the way we are pre-programmed to breathe and mouth breathing is triggered by stress. Interestingly, when posture is poor, […]

Some tips to help you have a better yoga session and to get most out of it. 1. Arrive 10-15 minutes earlier We wouldn’t want to add stress to your workout would we? We wouldn’t want to be late and be disrupting others once class starts. Spare yourself of that and arrive earlier. You’d also […]

If you don’t have time to hit the yoga mat every day there are so many ways we can incorporate the practice and lifestyle in our everyday activities. Here are 7 ways to do that, that happen to be in line with the seven sutras according to Patanjali. 1. Practice deep breathing when you’re waiting for […]

Sun Salutation is known as Surya Namaskar in sanskrit. Its origin lies in India where they worship Surya (the sun), as both the physical and spiritual heart of our world and creator of all life itself. Our primary source of light is, of course, the sun. As we known, light has long been a symbol of […]

When I first started out on my yoga Journey I use to absolutely dread downward facing dog pose, every single part of my body seemed to ache especially my tight shoulders and hamstrings. It took me a number of years to start to really enjoy and love this pose.  Since then, I’ve grown to adore […]

Variation of Chin Mudra – symbolically, the small, ring and middle fingers represent the three qualities of nature (gunas): tamas, rajas and sattwa. In order for consciousness to pass from ignorance (avidya) to knowledge these three states must be transcended. The index finger (jivatma) represents individual consciousness, the thumb symbolises supreme consciousness (brahman). The individual […]