You may have heard the idea that we store emotions in our hips. It is a phrase that often appears in yoga and wellness spaces and is usually shared with good intention. While people’s experiences during movement are very real, the explanation behind them is often misunderstood. The simple answer We do not store emotions in our hips. There is no scientific evidence that emotions or trauma are held in muscles, joints or connective tissue. Emotions are processed by the brain and

A gentle guide to Sankalpa, stillness and self connection In our busy modern lives, many of us are constantly thinking about what we should be doing next, what we need to fix, and who we should become. Meditation and intention offer something very different. They invite us to slow down, soften our focus, and return to what is already within us. This is where the ancient practice of Sankalpa becomes so powerful. What Is a Sankalpa? In Western culture, we often set New Year’s r

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As a studio owner and teacher I often get asked lots of questions from people looking to start yoga, I thought I would put together a few...

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