Ahimsa Yoga

Day 18 of a month of Mindfulness. Today’s exercise involves finding a touch point, maybe a phone, hairbrush or purse and bringing your awareness to your surroundings and thoughts.

Day 18 of a month of Mindfulness. Time to get moving for today’s exercise of Mindful Shadowboxing!!!

Day 17 of a month of Mindfulness. Reach out to a friend, loved one, family member or maybe a colleague, and give thanks and gratitude. Such a small gesture can go a very long way. 😍

Day 16 of a month of Mindfulness. Today’s exercise involves taking awareness to your posture... the way you sit, stand and even lie.

Day 15 of a month of Mindfulness. Can you think of 5 things from your day that typically seem insignificant and usually go unappreciated? Perhaps the train driver, the barista in your favourite coffee shop, your central heating system that keeps you and your family warm....

Day 14 of a month of Mindfulness. Today’s exercise is perfect for lunchtime. Really savour the flavour of what you’re drinking or eating, maybe a lovely Christmassy Clementine! How does it smell, taste or make you feel?

Day 13 of a month of Mindfulness. Today’s exercise is Cause & Effect. How many actions do you do in single hour? Maybe put some washing on, do some housework, pay a bill, make a phone call, write Christmas cards, how many of those tasks do you complete? Take the time to notice all of the things you do, along with the outcome within a defined period of time.

Day 12 of a month of Mindfulness. Stop what you’re doing right now... put down your phone, close your laptop and take a moment to fully appreciate how you feel and what thoughts are passing through your mind.

Day 11 of a month of Mindfulness. Today’s exercise is Mindful brushing... one for later as you clean your teeth before bed!

Day 10 of a month of Mindfulness. Make the time to watch a sunrise or sunset and be aware of the colours, the natural beauty, and remember that every new day brings new possibilities. 😍

Day 9 of a month of Mindfulness. An exercise to try this evening before bed perhaps? If you’ve been following the daily exercises have you noticed any changes? Are you more aware of your surroundings or thoughts?

This exercise is a form of meditation known as Candle Gazing, or Trataka (to look or to gaze) in Sanskrit. There are many benefits to practising Trataka including calming the mind and improving concentration. So find a quiet place, light a candle and give it a go!

Day 8 of a month of Mindfulness. I was unable to post yesterday so today there will be two exercises, I will post the second one later today. Focus on a certain smell and notice how this makes you feel. See photo below...

Day 7 of a month of Mindfulness. How does it make you feel to challenge your beliefs?

Day 6 of a month of Mindfulness. Today’s exercise is Silent Walking. Bring your awareness to your thoughts and surroundings.

Day 5 of a month of Mindfulness. Today’s exercise - Take the time to remind yourself just how awesome you really are 😍

Day 4 of Mindfulness. Today’s exercise feels very appropriate after a very busy day. Time to melt away and relax...

Day 3 of a month of Mindfulness excercises. Today I invite you to connect with nature.

Ahimsa: non-violence; to do no harm; to have love for one's self and compassion for others. In Eastern thought, non-violence is so valued that it stands at the very core and foundation of all yoga philosophy & practice.

Wonderful class with Tanya, such a fantastic way to start the day. Perfect mixture of movement and relaxation, I felt so lovely afterwards. Thank you Tanya, I can't wait for the next one!