Introspection, reflection and renewal

Introspection, reflection and renewal

As we approach the winter solstice we naturally tend towards introspection, an opportunity to reflect, to go inwards and review. I am taking a break from teaching classes over the Christmas season and taking this time to delve inwards. As I deepen my personal...
Mantra in Kundalini yoga and meditation

Mantra in Kundalini yoga and meditation

Mantras are sound currents that are formulated to elevate consciousness, they play a fundamental role in kundalini yoga and meditation practice. Mantras on a very basic level can be thought of as tools we use to focus the mind and bring us into the present moment. Sa...
Pranyama in kundalini yoga

Pranyama in kundalini yoga

Breath of fire is a breath pattern fundamental to the practice of kundalini yoga. It is a breathing technique that students often tell me they struggle to master. It is however with a little focus quite straightforward to master the basic technique and if followed...