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Are Our Hips Holding More Than We Think? By Sophie Hardy The idea that we store emotions in our hips has become a popular concept in both...
sophiehardyyoga
- Dec 5, 2023
- 2 min
PRANAYAMA - 8 Limbs of Yoga
"Prana" refers to the life force or vital energy that exists in all living beings. It encompasses the breath, cosmic energy, and vitality...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Dec 5, 2023
- 1 min
ASANA and The 8 Limbs Of Yoga
The eight limbs of yoga are like a guidebook for living a good and balanced life. I like to think of them as a ladder where each step...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Dec 5, 2023
- 2 min
Isvara Pranidhana (surrendering to a higher power)
We are at the LAST NIYAMA - that went quickly! 'Isvara,' translating to ‘God,’ ‘Brahman,’ ‘Ultimate Reality,’ or ‘True Self,’ and...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Dec 5, 2023
- 2 min
SVADHYAYA (self-study and self-reflection)
The third of the Niyamas takes us on a journey of understanding our truest selves, our thoughts, beliefs, and behaviours, which serves...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Dec 5, 2023
- 2 min
TAPAS (discipline, austerity or burning enthusiasm)
The third of the Niyamas. Tapas, also known as 'discipline' or 'austerity,' is a vital concept that directs us toward fostering...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Dec 5, 2023
- 2 min
SANTOSHA (contentment)
The second of the Niyamas. Santosha, guides us toward a more positive relationship with ourselves, a crucial step before we can form...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Dec 5, 2023
- 2 min
SAUCHA (cleanliness)
The Niyamas, the second limb of Patanjali's Eight Limbs of Yoga, introduce us to Saucha, the first of these Niyamas (inner observances)....
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sophiehardyyoga
- Dec 5, 2023
- 2 min
APARIGRAHA (non-possessiveness)
The virtue of non-possessiveness, non-grasping or non-greediness. So, 'graha' means to grab or seize, 'pari' adds the idea of 'all...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Dec 5, 2023
- 2 min
BRAHMACHARYA (celibacy)
How are we already on the fourth YAMA? Also, I bet you’re wondering what celibacy has to do with yoga! Well, in modern-day society, the...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Dec 5, 2023
- 2 min
ASTEYA (Non-Stealing)
Much like Satya and Ahimsa, the concept of each one stretches far beyond its initial translation! Asteya is a fundamental principle...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Dec 5, 2023
- 2 min
SATYA (Non-Lying)
Just as with Ahimsa, Satya calls us to question and evolve. It reminds us that living in truth is a matter of integrity and a path...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Dec 5, 2023
- 3 min
AHIMSA (Non-Harming)
Chances are, you're familiar with the concept of Ahimsa, which translates to non-harming or non-violence. It signifies a commitment to...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Oct 2, 2023
- 3 min
How Breathing Can Work Your Core & Pelvic Floor
The pelvic floor is a crucial component of a woman's anatomy, and its health becomes particularly important during the postpartum period....
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sophiehardyyoga
- Sep 13, 2023
- 5 min
Transformative Readings for a Blissful Savasana
During the serene moments of Savasana in my yoga classes, selecting the right readings is a thoughtful process. These readings help...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Aug 12, 2023
- 2 min
Health starts from the ground up
We often overlook one of our most vital assets – our feet (Pāda in Sanskrit). Those two unassuming things bear the weight of our entire...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Aug 3, 2023
- 2 min
Spinal Health Meets Yoga
Our spine serves as the central support system for the body. However, the modern sedentary lifestyle, coupled with poor posture and...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Jul 24, 2023
- 3 min
Embracing Change: How Perinatal Barre Training Supported My Pregnancy & Postpartum Journey
Pregnancy is a beautiful and transformative phase in a woman's life. As a dedicated yoga practitioner, I always imagined that yoga would...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Jul 23, 2023
- 2 min
Reviving Your Flow, Go Deeper into Your Practice
As devoted yogis, we all encounter moments when our yoga practice seems to hit a plateau. The familiar routines and sequences might start...
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sophiehardyyoga
- Jul 23, 2023
- 2 min
The Fountain of Youth: Unlocking Longevity and Youth Through Regular Yoga Practice
In our fast-paced world, where stress and anxiety are prevalent, finding the elusive fountain of youth seems more appealing than ever....
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