Myofascial Release and Range of Motion
There are so many benefits to Myofascial release. I find the most benefit from the neuromuscular connections and regulation of my nervous system (i.e., helps me chill out. However, one of the cool effects of MFR is the range of motion gains.
How to Build a Relationship with the Deities
The deities are not still, dormant energies waiting for you to call on them like a genie in a bottle when you want something. They are a dynamic pulse flowing within and through you, waiting for the resonance or chord to hit when the time is right to start building a relationship.
What is Fascia?
Fascia is a type of connective tissue that surrounds and permeates the body's muscles, bones, and organs. It's like a spiderweb of fibres that provide support, stability, and protection to the body's structures. We are also discovering more about how much fascia plays a role in communication, which is truly fascinating. Fascia is made up of collagen, elastin and other fibres, which are embedded in a gel-like substance called ground substance.
A New Opening
For many years, I scratched the surface of Yoga. In my late teens and 20s, I wasn't ready for the depth and mysteries of Yoga - it wouldn't have meant much to me because that's not where I was in my life. I didn't respect Yoga as a Tradition. I was more interested in the poses and how they could change my body.
Gaslighting Ourselves With Yoga
I've seen the most intricate and manipulative ways of people gaslighting themselves in this community.
My Top Sleep Tips!
I am borderline obsessive about my sleep. I'm not my best self if I don't get a good night's sleep. I know how grumpy, agitated and impatient I am after a crappy sleep, and that's not who I want to be or how I want to live my days. I have created a few little rituals to slaaaay and use my 8 hours wisely.
My 5 Favourite Ways to Recover
What do I mean by recovery? What am I recovering from? Well, the answer can be as simple as recovering from life. You don't need to be a powerlifter or marathon runner to need recovery tools. Life can be demanding. Sometimes we don't get enough sleep before a long workday, or we accumulate stress that requires unravelling.
My Favourite Yoga Books
With 16 years of practice under my belt, I can assure you - I've read many books! Not a single book comes to mind that I didn't enjoy. However, there are several that are top of my list to recommend and that I read over and over.