I want to share with you a wonderfully invigorating practice we do in gentle yoga and chair yoga that most of my students absolutely love—the Sufi circles. They refer to this practice as one of their favorites. I think it’s probably one of the movements that my students even do regularly on their own because they love it that much.
This gentle, rhythmic movement is not only enjoyable but offers an incredible way to stir up the energy in your body, leaving you feeling uplifted and revitalized.
Have you ever truly stopped to wonder what it means to live in the present moment? We often hear about it in yoga classes—peace, love, and joy, and be in the now. But how often do we explore what this actually means in our daily lives? Or how to spend more moment “in the present moment?” Today, we’re diving into this concept and discovering how incorporating gentle yoga or chair yoga can help you relish the beauty of the present.
As December begins and the holiday season takes over, it’s easy to let your regular routines slip away. Suddenly, the things you do to feel your best—like moving your body, eating well, or practicing mindfulness—get pushed aside. You might think, It’s just for now. I’ll get back to it after the holidays.
Savasana, often referred to as the “resting pose,” seems deceptively simple. After all, it’s just lying down, right? But anyone who's tried it knows that even in stillness, the body can hold onto tension. We often don’t realize that the subtle tightening of muscles or the closing off of our posture can prevent us from fully relaxing.
Have you ever found yourself attending a yoga class just for Savasana? I know I have! Many of us crave that moment of deep rest and relaxation at the end of practice, where we can finally let go and feel completely at ease. But here’s the good news—Savasana doesn’t have to wait until the end of a yoga class. You can practice this restorative pose anytime, anywhere, in whatever space allows you to recharge.
