Xiu Yang is a dance with the extraordinary captured in a book that belies its simplicity. Mimi Kuo-Deemer introduces the ancient Chinese concept of self-cultivation in a way that is beautiful and readily accessible. Infused with practical suggestions, this book will support you in making the small changes which result in profound shifts.
I believe understanding yoga as a practice cuts to the heart of what yoga is. By exploring what a practice might consists of, I have learnt to focus my mind and to disconnect in order to feel more connected. I’m not the only one, I explore how ancient yogis and present ones use their practice as a way of exploring their reality.
Why is trying something new so scary and yet so exhilarating? And how does stepping into the unknown help us to learn more? I wrote a blog for Movement for Modern Life exploring how trying something new in my yoga practice helps me to connect with my beginner’s mind.
How do you find motivation to get on your yoga mat, when there are so many distractions? How do you keep yoga feeling fresh and relevant? I wrote a blog for Movement for Modern Life on Yoga and Accountability in which I share my top five ways of staying motivated in my yoga practice.
What is it that makes us feel so good after yoga? How does it support not only our physical wellbeing but also our mental health. I co-wrote a blog post with the founder of Movement for Modern Life, Kat Farrants which explores the different ways in which yoga makes us feel good and has a positive impact on our mental health.
