We all come from a long line of ancestors, of fates and stories once told and later lost. However lost and forgotten our ancestral past may be, it still lives through us, mostly unconscious and unexplored. Our lives are influenced by events and experiences that happened to others in a distant past and we are[…]
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This week I was asked to teach yoga to teenagers at a secondary school with body image in mind, as part of mental health awareness week 2019. It was an exciting opportunity to share the practice of yoga with young people and to present them with a potentially invaluable resource for self care. It also[…]
Soundbaths seem to be all the rage at the moment, even getting a bit of air time on ITV’s Lorraine television programme at the start of the year. But what exactly is a sound bath, or sound healing for that matter? Sound healing may seem like a modern concept, but it is a healing modality[…]
We are all made up of a collection of programs, which we acquire through various channels in the course of our lives: some are innate, some are learned. We are often unaware of these as they influence how we live and how we are. They affect us on the material, emotional, mental and psychic levels,[…]
W/FMT is a non-invasive, gentle & yet deep massage covering the upper & lower abdomen, from the diaphragm to just above the pubic bone and the upper & lower back and glutes. We work over the conception vessel (Ren), the Mother Line, the lower chakras, & around the pelvic bowl. Treatments end with wrapping of[…]
Shamanism, Why is it Different? I gain clarity and nourishment from what some people call ‘The invisible realms’. I often have a sense of having one foot in this ‘other world’. This is the land of the mythic, a land of story, archetype and myth. As a shamanic practitioner, I’ve used my shamanic skills and[…]
It is understood how important yoga can be in helping us live our daily lives so that we find balance, calm and contentment, and this maxim can of course apply to our children too. With this in mind the class I run is set to invite a special cohort of children to Unity to experience[…]
During an episode of anxiety, Hatha Yoga, the physical aspect of yoga practice, is a wonderful way to help “still the fluctuations of the mind” or in sanskrit, “chitti vritta nirodhaha”. This phrase from the great sage, Patanjali’s sutras, or verses of yoga philosophy is now well recognised by yogis in the west as well[…]
As a creative therapist and Reiki teacher, I often get asked what the best way to keep yourself happy is. I’ve done a lot of research on wellbeing over the years, both through my studies and through the subjective experience of my own shadow self. We all have our low vibration days and that’s something[…]
How Yoga & the Arts therapies provide physical & mental benefits for people with disabilities
Uncategorised Jul 13, 2018
If you’ve experienced a severe and long-term illness such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, or stroke, then it goes without saying you’ll suffer a physical, emotional and mental loss. You feel you’re in a never-ending battle. Physically you’re forced to accept: Loss of freedom and independenceA new way of livingPossible pain and other challenges such[…]
Have you wondered why so many primary schools have incorporated yoga into their PE curriculum? Today children have less time for unstructured play and outdoor playtime and spend more time behind screens. Even the digital giants have recognised that tech distractions overstimulate children and cause shorter attention spans. Consequently, children do not know how to[…]
How yoga therapy for mental health can alleviate anxiety, stress and depression
Uncategorised Jun 29, 2018
The number of people in the UK today seeking help for depression, anxiety, and other common mood disorders are soaring. Indeed, according to the World Health Organisation, mental health disorders affect one in four people at some point in their lives. What’s more, the problem isn’t restricted to a specific section of society. The simple[…]
So what is it that’s stopping you from trying out and taking up yoga? Perhaps you’re afraid yoga is only for the young or those with particular bodies. Alternatively, you may think yoga is about flexibility, image, religion or status. You’re not alone. There are many misconceptions about yoga. Especially given that today social media[…]
10 reasons why a yoga & the arts community centre will be an asset to Lewes
Uncategorised Jun 21, 2018
Have you wondered what was behind Lewes District Council’s decision to award the tenancy of the former Turkish Baths to Unity Centre for Yoga, Well-being and The Arts? You probably heard Lewes District Council backed a residents’ petition to retain this iconic public building for social and community use. But perhaps you’re wondering, ‘how can[…]
An Interview with….Rachel Dalgarno (Beginners Meditation and Mindfulness)
Uncategorised Jun 19, 2018
CLASS(ES) TAUGHT & A BRIEF EXPLANATION OF WHAT YOU TEACH: Beginners Meditation and Mindfulness Monday evenings 7:30pm – 8:15pm. My classes are aimed at those with rather little or no previous experience and includes posture, relaxation, breathing and other meditation essentials. HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN TEACHING AND HOW DID YOU GET STARTED?: I am[…]
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