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Zest for Yoga & Ayurveda

Welcome. I help busy working mums who struggle with stress, anxiety and confidence to take charge of their health by introducing the ancient knowledge of Ayurveda & Yoga into their modern lives.

๐Ÿ—ž๏ธ Sunday Read | How to Stay Grounded and Beat Stress | Breakfast Cookies ๐Ÿ˜‹

The Sunday Read Yoga and Ayurveda Tips right into your Inbox Hi Reader, Did you enjoy your week? How did you feel? Today is the first 'proper' day of our annual Ayurveda Autumn Cleanse. One week of yummy kitchadi and soups to remove the heat from the body and strengthen the immune system to keep you healthy in the winter. Why do we get stressed in the autumn, and how can we beat it? This week's blog post explains why this is the case and what you can do to keep the stress at bay. And finally,...

๐Ÿ—ž๏ธ Sunday Read | Find Balance in Boat Pose | Go on! I dare you | Do you know about Incompatible Foods!

The Sunday Read Yoga and Ayurveda Tips right into your Inbox Hi Reader, Welcome in May, yeah, and to the first Bank Holiday weekend ๐Ÿ˜ any plans? Remember, for the Monday morning class: DON'T COME! Have a lie-in. Watch the replay of our monthly FREE Restorative Yoga Session :) or even better, come and join it on Sunday evening, 7.00 - 8.00 pm. Fancy joining, click here and learn the art of deep rest. Oh, it's just the best. To everyone attending any of my sessions: Have you tried the community...

๐Ÿ—ž๏ธ Sunday Read | Spring Allergies - How Ayurveda Can Help | Lovely Breakfast Recipe

The Sunday Read Yoga and Ayurveda Tips right into your Inbox Hi Reader, How are you doing? How was your week? Have you discovered the new HeyMarvelous community feature yet? Have you seen my posts already? Downloaded the HeyMarvelous mobile app? That's what's happening! Spring Allergies - How Ayurveda can help Learn simple Ayurvedic practices and dietary tips to strengthen your body and reduce allergy symptoms this season. READ FULL BLOG POST Your Journey toward Headstand Scared๐Ÿ˜ฑbut still...

๐Ÿ—ž๏ธ Sunday Read | 3 Breathing Techniques for Spring | Food Cravings - What to they tell you?

The Sunday Read Yoga and Ayurveda Tips right into your Inbox Hi Reader, Good morning. How has your week been? We started our weekly in-person Yoga sessions again. If you haven't joined yet, book your place here. We regularly practise one of the spring breathing techniques below, Kapalabhati; if you want to learn it, pop in. I have been busy this week checking venues for a day retreat for this September. I found a great one just 40 minutes away, so stay tuned for the details. This is super...

๐Ÿ—ž๏ธ Sunday Read | The Blues: the subtler Chakras| My daily dose of Detox

The Sunday Read Yoga and Ayurveda Tips right into your Inbox Hi Reader, Tomorrow, we will be back again; yes, the rest is over now ๐Ÿ˜. Have you booked your space yet? What to look forward to? We are still practising a little faster to get the spring juices flowing. At the same time, we will stretch a little faster to start working towards the summer; yes, you heard right, towards the summer. Gaging interest! I have been thinking for a while now about a monthly session working towards some...

๐Ÿ—ž๏ธ Sunday Read | ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿณspicy carrot soup | leftovers - yay or nay?

The Sunday Read Yoga and Ayurveda Tips right into your Inbox Hi Reader, How was your week? I am back from Germany and busy preparing a series of FREE Masterclasses for you and your friends. Starting off with Eating for Dosha, April 18th Food lists can be daunting, but I want to demystify eating a la Ayurveda. That's what's happening! Spicy Carrot Soup All you need to know about carrots and one lovely soup. Read and start cooking today. GET THE RECIPE Ready to Yoga? Strengthen, get flexible,...

๐Ÿ—ž๏ธ Sunday Read | Marichyasana - More than just a Twist | Winter Dryness

The Sunday Read Yoga and Ayurveda Tips right into your Inbox Hi Reader, How are you? How was your week? Mine was very busy with launching the Back to Balance programme again and now running it and making it even better. Every time new ideas come up on what would be helpful to integrate. So exciting. That's what's happening! Dive Deep into a Pose That's More Than Just a Twist Explore the different versions, the mythology behind it, benefits & more. READ FULL BLOG POST Winter dryness. What to...

๐Ÿ—ž๏ธ Sunday Read | Why seasonal living reduces stress | Why your good intentions might not work

The Sunday Read Yoga and Ayurveda Tips right into your Inbox Hi Reader, How are you? How was your week? Anything nice planned to look forward to? I am getting ready for masterclass 1 of 3 this lunchtime. Tomorrow and Tuesday will be the other two. This is so exciting, and I love it. But first up new blog post etc. That's what's happening! Why Seasonal Living Reduces Stress Learn how aligning with nature's cycles can reduce stress and enhance health. READ FULL BLOG POST 3-part Masterclass Take...

๐Ÿ—ž๏ธ Sunday Read | 4 Steps to Create a Balanced Life | Announcement ๐Ÿ˜ฑ

The Sunday Read Yoga and Ayurveda Tips right into your Inbox Hi Reader, Hope you had a wonderful week. How did you cope with the cold weather? Although it was lovely, it brought me cold hands and feet, dry skin and hair. Is there anything that you recognise? That's what's happening! 4 Steps to a Balanced Life Uncover the secrets to harmonising work, pleasure, purpose, and freedom in your everyday journey. READ FULL BLOG POST 3-part Masterclass: Take Charge of Your Life Read more below. TELL...

Beat Stress and Digestive Issues: Ayurveda-Inspired Solutions for the Modern Woman

Hi Reader, What gives you strength and direction in your life? Yoga & Ayurveda have been my loyal companions for nearly three decades. They have led me through ups and downs, moving country, illnesses, pregnancies, and house moves. I have built and grown my business with and around them. Over that time, I have mainly worked with women during all stages of their lives: pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, postnatal, raising their children, menopause, and beyond. I have seen them struggle with the โ€œandโ€...