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Jan 102 min read
Ahimsa: The first of Patanjali’s Yamas
Ahimsa, often translated as non-violence or non-harming, is a fundamental principle in the philosophy of yoga. Rooted deeply in Indian...
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Dec 21, 20242 min read
Ajna Chakra and Yoga
Ajna Chakra and Yoga The Ajna chakra, often referred to as the ‘third eye’, is a pivotal energy centre in the practice of yoga. Situated...
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Dec 21, 20242 min read
Jyoti Kendra Chakra and Yoga
Jyoti Kendra Chakra and Yoga The Jyoti Kendra Chakra, also known as Soma Chakra is often associated with the concept of spiritual...
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Dec 21, 20242 min read
Sahasrara Chakra and Yoga
Crown Chakra and Yoga The crown chakra, known as ‘Sahasrara’ in Sanskrit, is the highest chakra in the human body. It is located at the...
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Dec 18, 20244 min read
The Ether element in yoga
The Ether Element in Yoga The concept of the ether element, also known as ‘Akasha’, is deeply rooted in ancient philosophies, including...
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Dec 6, 20243 min read
The Fire element in yoga
The fire element, known as Agni in Sanskrit, plays a crucial role in various yoga practices. It symbolisestransformation, energy, and...
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Soma Yoga Pilates
Dec 1, 20242 min read
What is Ayurveda?
Ayurveda, a Sanskrit term meaning "the science of life," is an ancient system of medicine that originated in India over 5,000 years ago....
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Nov 26, 20243 min read
The Air element in yoga
Yoga and the Air Element Yoga is an ancient practice that seeks to harmonise the mind, body, and spirit. One of the fascinating aspects...
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Nov 18, 20242 min read
Benefits of breathing
Yoga and Pilates are two popular forms of exercise that focus on breathing practices. Both yoga and Pilates offer numerous health...
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Soma Yoga Pilates
Nov 18, 20244 min read
The Water element in yoga
Yoga and the Water Element The practice of yoga is deeply rooted in the balance of the elements of earth, water, fire, air and ether,...
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Nov 18, 20243 min read
The Earth element in yoga
In yoga, the Earth element is one of the five great elements, or "Pancha Mahabhutas," which are fundamental to both the universe and the...
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Nov 18, 20242 min read
What is Yoga Nidra?
Yoga Nidra, often referred to as ‘yogic sleep’, is a powerful meditation technique and one of the easiest yoga practices to develop and...
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Soma Yoga Pilates
Nov 18, 20241 min read
The healing benefits of sound
Sound healing, is an ancient practice that uses vibrational sound to promote healing and wellbeing by offering a variety of health...
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Soma Yoga Pilates
Nov 18, 20242 min read
The Divine Whisper - Gayatri Mantra
I often finish my yoga classes with the Gayatri Mantra during Savasana. Gayatri is a mantra that hails from the Rig Veda (Mandala...
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Soma Yoga Pilates
Nov 18, 20242 min read
The eight limbs of yoga: Yamas and Niyamas
The Sanskrit word Ashtanga translates to ‘eight limbs’, which encompass Patanjali’s guide to yoga as explained in the Yoga Sutras. The...
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Nov 18, 20242 min read
The eight limbs of yoga: a path to enlightenment
The sage Patanjali outlined the Eight Limbs of Yoga that act as a guide for physical, mental, and spiritual development through the...
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Soma Yoga Pilates
Nov 18, 20242 min read
Who was Joseph Pilates?
Joseph Pilates was a forward-thinking fitness instructor whose innovative exercise practices have left a lasting impact on the world of...
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