Restorative Yoga for Pregnancy: Relaxation and Stress Relief

Restorative Yoga for Pregnancy: Relaxation and Stress Relief

ByPlantera

Pregnancy can be physically demanding and emotionally stressful. Restorative yoga offers a gentle, supportive practice to help expectant mothers relax and ease tension. It emphasizes slow, passive poses held with the help of props (bolsters, blankets, blocks, even exercise balls) so the body can fully release and rest. Unlike active styles of yoga (e.g. Vinyasa…

The Practice of Santosha (Contentment) in Late Winter

The Practice of Santosha (Contentment) in Late Winter

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The Practice of Santosha (Contentment) in Late Winter As the final weeks of winter linger, many of us find ourselves yearning for the rejuvenation of spring. The gray skies, biting winds, and long nights can feel endless, often leaving us restless and discontented. Yet, it is precisely during this period that the practice of Santosha,…