A Traditional Chinese Medicine reflection for Yin Yogis and Yin teachers, offering nuggets of wisdom to support class theming, self-reflection and heart-led teaching. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Fire element is the spark that allows us to truly meet ourselves, others and life with warmth and authenticity. Fire is the radiance of who we are when we dare to be seen.
Read MoreEver wondered why Yin Yoga is called 'Yin'? Let’s look at the roots and influences from Oriental medicine that shape this deeply grounding practice.
Read MoreAs Yin Yoga teachers we have the opportunity to not only guide students through movement or shapes, but also to integrate seasonal wisdom for body, mind and soul. In spring we feel the upward momentum - the energy of the Wood element teaching us about vision and the decision to grow.
Read MoreOn a physical level, Yin Yoga is working on myofascia. This stimulates the meridians and the flow of energy and can be felt as sensation, an emotion being released or relaxation settling in. Cultivate Qi awareness with tools you can integrate in Yin Yoga classes: myofascial release, acupressure massage and tapping along the meridian pathways.
Read MoreOur bodies are a repository for emotional experiences. Stress or Trauma is not per default felt and accumulated in the brain, they also manifest in the body. The fascial matrix acts as a storage system for both the physical tension and emotional memory. How Yin Yoga helps with emotional regulation...
Read MoreSomatic movement is guided by an internal curiosity and sensation. It doesn’t have a specific look and can be anything from gentle micro-movement, swaying or a subtle adjustment. Why I integrate somatics into my Yoga classes…
Read MoreLet's look at the connection of fascia and the nervous system through the interoception and how we can use practices such as Yin Yoga or myofascial release to get in contact with our fascia.
Read MoreEach of the five main Yin organs of TCM houses a spirit. The five spirits are the ‘archetypes of our psyche’, allowing you to reflect on a psychological/ emotional level rather than solely on the physical level. They can be seen as a mirror to reflect and understand how you perceive the world.
Read MoreWhy you should care about Fascia? Well, since it is found almost everywhere in your body, connecting your sense of outer and inner world, absorbing stress and facilitating smooth movement you should take a moment to care about fascia and learn what you can do to keep it supple and healthy!
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