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Spinal Flossing

Spinal Flossing

Flossing is a term you might usually associate with oral hygiene as a way of getting to the bits that get stuck in-between your teeth.  In this video I’m using the term spinal flossing to describe a helpful daily sequence of movements that we can do to release the...

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Creating an Island of Calm
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Creating an Island of Calm

What would it take for you to feel calm, secure and at ease in this very moment? In other words the feeling of just being yourself, just as you are. Perhaps these qualities are already present right now? If that is the case notice the sensations and feelings in...

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Mermaid on the Rocks
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Mermaid on the Rocks

Use this divine restorative pose to recover from your Summer holidays! That might sound like strange thing to say. I love all the adventuring, camping, hiking, sailing and frisbee on the beach we do with the kids throughout this season and feel deeply grateful for...

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Heart to Belly Breath
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Heart to Belly Breath

When you begin practicing Constructive Rest Position (CRP) you might find that you are so tired that you more or less fall asleep whilst listening to the audio guide from part 1. With practice and once sleep debt has been addressed, Constructive Rest is a good place...

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Unfurling the Spine

Unfurling the Spine

The beautiful image of a fern uncoiling is my inspiration for this practice. This shape known as a Koru depicts new beginnings, birth and harmony in Maori Culture. Spinal rolls can offer this sentiment at the beginning of our day and activate a sense of new energy...

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Home Practice
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Home Practice

Even though the Yoga Tradition tells of a universal goal for freedom it also describes the journey as being personal with an individual way to get there. Unlike many religions there are no set rules or doctrines but more multiple suggestions for practices that will...

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Dying for Savasana
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Dying for Savasana

Seemingly the easiest pose, Savasana or Corpse pose takes a whole lifetime to master. It has become more and more important in my own practice. I used to rely on the teacher guiding me through but now I am able to find my way into relaxation without getting distracted...

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Origami Head Support
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Origami Head Support

I know that a simple folded blanket or towel will do for a bit of head elevation but this is the First Class treatment that we all deserve, and if we’re going to lie down we may as well do it properly. Whenever I lie down for Savasana, Constructive Rest,...

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Hibernation Relaxation
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Hibernation Relaxation

Be inspired to rest deeply by watching this little video that I made with my brother in the UK on a wintery afternoon; an organic process trying to describe visually what Restorative Yoga feels like. Living in the South Island of New Zealand I don’t get much...

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