New Year, same you

It's hard to make drastic changes! And it doesn't matter what I do, I still bring my own head with me. So let's be kind to ourselves this January.

A part of Yoga philosophy, one of the Yamas, is Ahimsa, or non-violence. This isn't just about not harming others, but about showing compassion, including towards yourself. As someone who used to work myself hard and then beat myself up for not working harder, I've found the notion of Ahimsa to be a particularly helpful one.

We are put under pressure by society (and social media) to embrace a better version of ourselves in the New Year, to work harder, eat more healthily and lose weight. We silence the voices inside us that are telling us what we really need, and sometimes that may be rest, or a food that satisfies hunger rather than denying a craving. I have found that yoga helps me tune into myself more so that I can give myself what I need. I don't need to change myself or deny myself anything to become new and better, I'm just fine already. I deserve to feel well, mentally and physically. I don't have to punish myself to achieve that.

I have classes for every age group and you are so welcome to come along.

If you'd like to be gentle to yourself this January, and improve your strength, mobility and mental health in a pressure-free way, get in touch. Being kind to yourself doesn't mean we don't challenge ourselves! I can teach you headstands and handstands if that's where you want to go.

Our next Family Yoga class is on Saturday 17th January at the Three Blackbirds Pub. This is our third class, the last two have been so much fun and we have all laughed so much while exploring partner poses and relaxation techniques that help with co-regulation.

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