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Ujjayi Breathing to Calm the Mind
Sophie Harrington April 29, 2025

Have you ever had difficulty sleeping or concentrating due to a barrage of thoughts racing through your mind? You’re not alone. Noise is everywhere in today’s busy world. But there’s an intuitive way to quiet that chatter. Introducing Ujjayi breath — an age-old yogic practice to foster clarity and peace. Whether you’re a novice or experienced practitioner, tuning into Read More

The Role of Dharana in Achieving Focus
Sophie Harrington April 22, 2025

Have you tried to complete a task, only to find yourself distracted by your phone or snacks? You’re not alone. In our fast-paced world, focus is a modern superpower — yet many of us struggle to maintain it. Long before productivity apps, ancient yogic philosophy provided a strong way to focus: Dharana. Dharana, the sixth Read More

How Yoga Improves Sleep Quality and Mental Focus
Sophie Harrington April 15, 2025

Do you sometimes have nights when sleep seems impossible? Or mornings when you feel like your mind is wading through the mud? Most of us have busy lives and just want to relax and think clearly. If you connect with that, you’re not alone. The good news? Yoga could be the answer to better sleep and sharpened focus. Yoga is Read More

Kapalabhati: The Breath of Fire for Mental Alertness
Sophie Harrington April 10, 2025

Have you ever reached for your third cup of coffee, hoping to shake off that mental fog? What if you could tap into a natural, energising technique instead? Kapalabhati, often called the “Breath of Fire,” is a dynamic yogic breathing technique that does more than just regulate your breath — it wakes up your entire Read More

Breathing Exercises to Regulate Emotions
Sophie Harrington April 9, 2025

Have you noticed how your breath changes when you’re nervous or angry? It may become shallow or quick, or you might hold it without realising. This is your body’s way of signalling distress. The good news is that emotions can change your breathing. You can also use your breath to improve your emotions. Breathing exercises Read More

Evening Yoga Routines for Better Sleep
Sophie Harrington April 7, 2025

Have you ever been in bed, exhausted, but not able to fall asleep? You’re not alone. Falling asleep is hard in the fast-paced world in which we live. Evening yoga can help. Evening yoga is not about being flexible or burning calories. It’s laying the groundwork for your mind and body. If you’re a go-getter, troubled student or advocate Read More