Finding Balance in an Unbalanced World
Exploring the meaning of 'balance' in yoga and wellness culture
What does 'balance' mean? Yoga and wellness culture speak a lot about balance, but what does that mean? What does that look like in our culture, in our day-to-day lives, in our relationships and communities, and how does this influence our growth and explor..read more
How to Ask for Feedback in Yoga Classes
7 Strategies to overcome your fear, ask for feedback in yoga classes, and create more inclusive, student-centered yoga classes
I got a great question the other day from a teacher who was experimenting with adding some new elements into her yoga classes. She was concerned about how this was landing with her students and..read more
Yoga Is More Than Asana
If you’ve practiced yoga for a while, sure, you know that yoga is much more than the asanas or movements we do on the mat. “Yoga is not about touching your toes or standing on your head, but what you learn along the way” etc. etc. But I have to admit that knowing this intellectually doesn’t stop me from sometimes feeling like I’v..read more
Making Yoga More Inclusive
5 Strategies for Yoga Teachers to Make Yoga A Welcoming, Inclusive Space for All
1. Create a Welcoming Environment:
Foster a sense of inclusivity and belonging by creating a welcoming and non-judgmental space. Emphasize acceptance, respect, and support for all individuals, regardless of their background, identity, or sk..read more
Winter Solstice
A time of contemplation and appreciation.
As we embrace the winter solstice those of us in the northern hemisphere are transitioning into a period of repose. Traditionally marked by learning, storytelling, and reflection, the lengthening nights and colder temperatures gently nudge us towards the warmth of indoor spaces. Flowing with this natu..read more
What does yoga mean to me? How do you define yoga? What brings your students to yoga?
Video + Transcript with Heather Agnew, ERYT-500, Lead Trainer. Watch the discussion video, or read a few discussion notes below. [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxL5jiQNF5U[/embedyt]..read more
Musings on Back Pain and My Grandma's Cane
Hello Friends, As many of you know I had a back pain flare up this past month, and had to limit my time at my desk. My injury meant that I didn't send out a newsletter last month, so the news has piled up a bit! Below I have some updates on Gawler & Canberra workshops and some new videos and blog posts that I hope yo..read more
Thoughts on Appreciating Rainy Days and Aging Bodies
On this tranquil, rainy Saturday afternoon, I find myself reminiscing about how my perception of rainy days has undergone a profound transformation since my move to Australia 20 years ago. Back then, during the midst of a drought, I quickly learned to cherish every raindrop as a lifeline to the parched earth, fillin..read more
How to Open and Close a Yoga Class
with Heather Agnew, ERYT-500, Lead Trainer Watch a 40-minute clip of a yoga coaching discussion on practical strategies for opening and closing your yoga classes. Follow the video, or read a few notes below. [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvGWrWo-8zU[/embedyt]Opening and..read more
Truthful and Compassionate Communication
Yoga Philosophy in Modern Life
with Heather Agnew, ERYT-500, Lead Trainer Watch a 40-minute clip of a yoga philosophy discussion on practical strategies for bringing yoga philosophy into modern life with truthful and compassionate communication. Follow the video, or read a fe..read more