Because we are worth it!

When we take time to do the things we enjoy we literally change our brain chemistry. Taking time out to do things that give us a sense of calm and peace within our bodies, hearts and mind stimulates or parasympathetic nervous system, the part of our nervous system that tells us we are well, all is well, we are safe, we can relax.

Yoga is a practise that allows us to focus on the present moment. Inviting us into our body with our breath as an anchor and guide, throughout movement and equally as important, if not more, throughout stillness.

Life often gets very busy, with constant demands and expectations from others, work, family but equally the pressure we put on ourselves to be doing, doing,doing.

So let’s today perhaps (even if for a few moments) forget about the “to do” list and have a go at a “to be” list.

Mine goes like this…..

TO BE gentle with myself

TO Be present in the moment

TO BE grateful and happy

TO BE peaceful - just as I am

A wave on the ocean is a beautiful thing,

A dynamic reflection of the ocean it bring,

It starts with a ripple, and rises to a peak,

Then surrenders it all as it falls back asleep.

Waves on the ocean, that’s what we are,

Waves on the ocean, that’s what we are,

Waves on the ocean, that’s what we are,

But the ocean is greater, and greater by far.

written by the lovely Martin whom I had the pleasure of spending a week on retreat with last sept with Debbie and The Om. 🫶🏻