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🧘♀️✨ Embrace the Stillness: The Power of Meditation ✨🧘♂️
In the hustle and bustle of our busy lives, finding a moment of peace becomes invaluable. That's where meditation comes in! 🌼
Meditation can be a path to inner calm, clarity, and resilience. It helps reduce stress, enhance focus, and connect with our true selves. 🌟
So, take a deep breath, close your eyes, and let go of the chaos for a while. This guided meditation by Juan is a great way to begin your day! 🙏💫
Morning Meditation
Using a neti pot at home is a traditional Ayurvedic practice that can help clear nasal passages, reduce congestion, and relieve sinus symptoms. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use a neti pot easily and safely:
Materials Needed:
A neti pot: This is a small container with a spout, specifically designed for nasal irrigation.
Non-iodized salt (preferably fine sea salt or Himalayan pink salt)
Sterilized or distilled water: Do not use tap water unless it has been boiled and cooled.
A clean towel
Procedure:
Prepare the saline solution:
Fill the neti pot with about 8 ounces (240 ml) of lukewarm distilled or sterilized water.
Add ¼ to ½ teaspoon of non-iodized salt to the water.
Stir until the salt dissolves completely.
Position yourself:
Stand over a sink or basin to catch any runoff.
Tilt your head sideways, keeping one nostril pointed towards the ceiling and the other towards the sink.
Begin the irrigation:
Insert the spout of the neti pot gently into the upper nostril, creating a seal.
Slowly pour the saline solution into the nostril, allowing it to flow out of the lower nostril into the sink.
Breathe through your mouth during the process.
Switch sides:
Once you've emptied half of the solution, remove the neti pot, stand upright, and gently blow your nose to clear out any remaining solution.
Tilt your head in the opposite direction and repeat the process with the other nostril.
Finish up:
Once you've used all the saline solution, stand up and gently blow your nose to clear out any remaining solution and mucus.
Clean the neti pot with warm water and soap after each use. Allow it to air dry.
Important Tips:
Always use distilled, sterile, or previously boiled water. Using tap water directly can introduce harmful organisms into your nasal passages.
If you experience any pain or discomfort, stop the procedure and consult a healthcare professional.
If you are new to this, start with a milder saline solution and gradually increase the salt concentration if needed.
Consult with a healthcare professional before starting nasal irrigation, especially if you have a medical condition or concerns about the procedure.
Using a neti pot can be beneficial, especially during allergy seasons or when experiencing nasal congestion. However, always ensure that you're using it correctly to prevent any potential complications.
This episode is the fourth and final part of Joanna & Juan's exploration of Creative Yoga Sequencing. This talk centers around slower practices such as Restorative Yoga, Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra and Chair Yoga.
**Please note that we recorded this episode outside and there's a little more background noise than usual!
Watch: https://youryogaflowstudio.com/programs/podcast-video-creative-sequencing-part-4?category_id=167579
Listen: https://liveyouryoga.buzzsprout.com/1492789/13836651-creative-sequencing-part-iv-with-joanna-juan
🌟✨ Discover the Bliss of Restorative Yoga! ✨🌟
Feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders? Restorative Yoga to the rescue! 🧘♀️🌙
🌈 Benefits of Restorative Yoga 🌈
Stress Melter: Say goodbye to tension and hello to tranquility.
Deep Relaxation: Nourish your body and mind with restful poses.
Mindful Rejuvenation: Connect with your breath and inner calm.
Better Sleep: Drift into dreamland with a refreshed body and a peaceful mind.
Physical Healing: Support your body's natural healing abilities.
All you need is a cozy mat, some comfy props, and a desire to unwind. This practice with Emily is a great introduction to the style! 🙏💆♂️💖 #RestorativeYoga #SelfCare #Mindfulness
Pure Bliss Restorative
On Remembrance Day in Canada, we pause to pay tribute to our veterans, the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country with honour and selflessness. Their sacrifices and commitment in defending our freedoms and values have shaped the nation and our place in the world.
We remember those who fought, those who fell, and those who returned home forever changed. We honour their courage, their dedication, and their unwavering sense of duty. Each poppy worn, each moment of silence observed, and each story shared is a testament to their legacy - a legacy of resilience, bravery, and a profound love for Canada.
We owe our veterans a debt of gratitude that can never fully be repaid. On this day, let us renew our commitment to support them and their families. Let us ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten and that their stories continue to be told. They have given us the greatest gift—peace and freedom—and for that, we are eternally grateful.
Lest we forget.
Hello CommUNITY!
I hope you're all having a great day and finding some time for some self-care.
In today's post, let's dive into the wonderful world of mobility, and how it can greatly benefit our health and wellness journeys.
Mobility exercises are not just for professional athletes or bodybuilders—they are beneficial for everyone, especially those who practice yoga. They can help improve your flexibility, enhance your overall movement patterns, and prevent injuries.
Why is mobility important? By focusing on mobility exercises, we can increase our range of motion, activate dormant muscles, improve posture, and even relieve tension in our bodies. Incorporating these exercises into our daily routine will allow us to move with ease and experience a sense of freedom both on and off the yoga mat.
This wonderful Joint Freeing practice with Nancy is a fabulous way to incorporate a short mobility routine into your daily life!
Wishing you all well!
Joint Freeing Hatha
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Your hips are the powerhouse of movement and flexibility. So, let's give them the love and attention they deserve! 💕
Yoga is an incredible tool to enhance hip mobility, reduce stiffness, and alleviate discomfort. This Tensegrity for Hip Health class with Angela is a wonderful way to care for your hips. 🧘🧘♂️ With its slow movements and mindful attention, this class is a great addition to your other self-care practices.
Enjoy!
Tensegrity For Hip Health
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Yoga Nidra, also known as "yogic sleep," is a deeply immersive meditation technique that promotes relaxation by taking you into a state of consciousness between wakefulness and sleep. It's like giving your body and mind a much-needed rejuvenation session!
I personally find Yoga Nidra to be an incredibly calming and inspiring practice that helps me release tension and reconnect with myself. The guided meditation allows me to delve into a state of deep relaxation while still remaining alert and aware.
For those who have tried Yoga Nidra, what are some of the positive effects you have experienced? Has it helped improve your overall well-being or manage stress?
If you haven't tried Yoga Nidra yet but feel intrigued after reading about it, take this as an encouraging invitation to explore it further. The practice shared here is led by Angela Inglis and it's an incredible guided journey that you will be sure to come back to time and time again!
Happy resting!
Forest Journey Yoga Nidra
Ready to sink into a world of deep relaxation and flexibility? Say hello to Yin Yoga! 🌙✨
In Yin Yoga, we hold gentle poses for longer periods, targeting deep tissues and promoting relaxation. It's a practice that invites you to slow down, listen to your body, and find stillness in the chaos of life.
Benefits? 🌟 ✅ Improved flexibility ✅ Stress reduction ✅ Enhanced mindfulness ✅ Better circulation ✅ A chance to recharge body & mind
Ready to give it a try? Roll out your mat, take a deep breath, and let Yin Yoga work its magic. Your body and soul will thank you! 🙏💫
This class with Andrea is a great way to begin cultivating a Yin Yoga practice from the comfort of your home!
Yin for Hips
