Endings and Beginnings: Taurus Full Super Moon and Scorpio New Moon | Astrology Blog by Gil Dwyer While Pluto has resumed forward motion, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune are all still retrograde taking us through previous experiences, personas, actions and desires so we can reflect on any necessary changes before surging forward again. Mars moves into [...]
The Particular Agony of the Premature Baby by Anna Papadakis, Body-Centred Therapist I have been a body-centered therapist for fifteen years and was a birth worker for twelve. In that time, I have attended births, taught about birth, trained doulas, and spent decades listening deeply to people’s bodies and stories. Again and again, I have [...]
Cycles of Power: Retrogrades, Revelations & Renewal - October Astrology Blog Aries Full Super Moon and Libran New Moon and Neptune dips back into Pisces Written by Gil Dwyer In this astrology blog we begin the month with Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto still retrograde taking us through previous experiences, personas, actions and desires so we [...]
The Five Animal Frolics: Wu Qin Xi Qigong By Simon Murray Our current focus in the Monday 7:45am Qigong class is the Wu Qin Xi (pronounced woo chin shee) form. The name translates roughly as Five Animal Frolics (or Exercises). This well-known set of Qigong was formulated by the legendary physician Hua Tuo during the [...]
My Name is Not Anxious: Psychology and Yoga in Dialogue Anxiety has become one of the most common struggles of our time. For many, it is not just an occasional experience but a constant companion that seems to shape identity itself: “I am anxious.” When we adopt this identification, we can begin to lose sight [...]
“The world is part of us, as we are part of the world. Even through the smallest acts, we can demonstrate that. I believe in the human spirit, in the kindness in all of us, and I am hopeful for this world.” –Clemantine Wamariya With all that is unfolding throughout our home on Earth, I’m [...]
What is the difference between Tai Chi and Qi Gong? This is probably the most common question I’m asked, and it usually comes soon after I have mentioned Qigong during a Tai Chi class (or vice-versa). Bearing in mind that this is only one person’s understanding, below are a few points of discussion: What is [...]
The Healing Power of Earthing Why Reconnecting to the Earth Restores Body, Mind & Energy In our fast-paced, screen-filled lives, it’s easy to feel scattered, anxious, or disconnected — not just from ourselves, but from the natural world. But beneath our feet lies a powerful source of nourishment and healing: the Earth itself. Earthing — [...]
Loving Your Body: A Path to Self-Acceptance A Gentle Invitation I invite you to place your hands on your belly now, without judgment. Try it with gentle curiosity. Take a moment. Then tune in to any thoughts and feelings that may arise. Some reflections to ponder:Do you feel judgment toward your belly? If so, could [...]
Your Key to Transformation and Manifestation The Full Moon has long been regarded as a powerful time for transformation, release and manifestation. Across cultures and traditions, this celestial phase is recognised as a period of heightened energy, illumination and deep reflection. By aligning with the lunar cycles, we can consciously work with these natural rhythms [...]