Mindful Living

We are all unique. Our bodies, our personalities, the way we view the world and specific issues we are trying to combat. Each and every one of us has our own specific blueprint that shapes us into who we are.Ayurveda recognises this uniqueness through the

In the whirlwind of our fast-paced lives, the notion of ‘doing nothing’ seems not only counterintuitive but even irresponsible. Our culture is steeped in the ethos of perpetual motion – always achieving, always acquiring, always on the go. However, during a recent family adventure to

Meditation, deeply rooted in ancient yogic traditions, offers pathways to inner peace and self-discovery. Antar Mouna, derived from Sanskrit, means inner silence, and it involves cultivating this silence through meditative techniques, also known as Vipassana.At its core, Antar Mouna encourages observing the mind's fluctuations

In a society where comparison can often rob us of joy, we can once again turn to the intricate tapestry of Japanese culture for inspiration. A concept known as Oubaitori – (pronounced oh-buy-toe-ree), is symbolised by the four magnificent trees that blossom across Japan's landscape

Table of Contents7 Benefits of Journaling for Physical, Mental, & Emotional Health1. Journaling Can Help Your Sleep2. Journaling May Reduce Blood Pressure3. Journaling Provides a Safe Space to Process Emotions4. Regular Journaling Is Good For Your Liver, Immune Function, and Lungs5. Journaling May Promote Various

The end-of-year holidays mark a season of celebration and joy, yet they can also usher in stress and a constant state of busyness. As the holiday rush subsides, a new year dawns, bringing with it the expectation of renewing existing resolutions or creating new ones.This

In our fast-paced world that demands us to be pulled in many different directions, it’s no wonder that we can often feel weighed down by an array of negative emotions such as anxiety, overwhelm, disappointment, anger and sadness. This assault on our emotional health if

Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese art of repairing broken pottery using gold or silver lacquer, resulting in a unique piece that does not hide the damage but instead highlights any cracks and imperfections. Dating back to the 15th century in Japan, it became a common

Part 5 in our 5-part series on the Paths of YogaYoga has been explained as an integration and harmony between thought, word and deed, or head, heart and hand. Through the practices of yoga, one develops an awareness of the interrelation between the emotional, mental

Part 4 in our 5-part series on the Paths of Yoga. Yoga began as a mental practice to discover techniques and methods of using the mind to discover and create more contentment, joy, and peace. Yoga developed four main paths of practice:• Karma Yoga (selfless service)•