Ladydaisyyoga

Practicing at home is a lesson in not letting the external distractions affect my internal focus. Between cats & kids, there’s always noise & movement & desires for my attention, but in many ways I prefer this to practicing alone in a quiet, secluded place where my children don’t absorb seeing my daily movement, & hopefully in time come to want something similar for themselves. Modeling these self care habits hopefully has an impact long term - there are many times they stop what they’re doing & love to join in, even creating their own unique yoga asanas alongside me. Jasper’s current favorite is his ‘unicorn’ pose creation, a modified version of 3 legged dog. It brings me such joy to see their creativity in movement.

✨Bakasana, crane pose
-Arms are straight
-Shoulders beyond the fingertips
-Knees tucked into the underarms

✨Kakasana, crow pose (Mango the Maine C**n had to photo bomb, his cat radar just knows when I’m doing yoga & he always joins in)
-Bent elbows
-Elbows stacked over wrists
-Thighs hugging the outsides of the arms

Backbend bliss.
There’s vulnerability & openness required in back bending, a dash of fearlessness & a pinch of trust.
When we open ourselves up to what is truly possible, that’s when the magic happens.

Chakrasana, or urdhva dhanurasana - wheel pose variation.

Heart opening yoga poses create space for compassion, self love, & forgiveness, they can also create feeling of vulnerability, even fear. When we lean into the discomfortable aspects of a pose we are opening ourselves to the opportunities for self growth they gift us.

Tittibhasana, firefly pose.
Last time holding space in this lovely spot.
So grateful, my heart is full.🥰

Inversion practice at home in my lush, orchid filled garden.
Did you know that the improved blood flow to the brain from inverting can enhance cognitive function & concentration, giving you increased focus & mental clarity? Also, inversions can trigger the release of endorphins, our natural mood boosters, as well as stimulating the lymphatic system, which helps to flush out toxins that can contribute to anxiety & stress.

Mermaid pose variation

Vasisthasana, side plank variation
Valentines getaway to the stunningly quirky Hotel Tugu on the north west coast of Lombok island

So grateful that I get to start my days with this view, end them with these spectacular sunsets, & enjoy all the beautiful blue hues in between…

Grateful for teaching a blissfully heart melting yin yoga class today focusing on the Anahata, or heart chakra, combined with loving kindness (metta) meditation, & soothing pranayama practice. It’s a privilege to experience what happens when a group of heart focused people get together to mindfully practice yoga & meditation. I love holding space for the magic.

Gili Asahan yoga🏝️