Tag Archives: meditation

Self Cleaning Body and Mind

Posted on April 29, 2014 by shannoncowan

Spring is here! We are being called to clean out the habitual patterns – especially what and how and when we eat foods. Letting our diets change with the seasons is especially important for maintaining healthy sleeping and physical rhythms. Yoga … Continue reading →

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What is ‘Retreat’?

Posted on March 19, 2014 by shannoncowan

For some, the idea of “going on retreat” is like the tastiest food on the tongue and words to be savoured with a smiling soul. For others, retreating from habits, patterns and “what you are used to being and doing” … Continue reading →

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Synchronize Your Mind

Posted on March 1, 2014 by shannoncowan

Kundalini Yoga offers so many ways to integrate The Mind, The Body and The Spirit….this trinity of experience. Mind is, by and large, the “where” and “how” consciousness gets molded into living as pure consciousness interacts with matter. Humans are … Continue reading →

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Mind Over Matter

Posted on August 20, 2013 by shannoncowan

“The most fundamental aggression to ourselves, the most fundamental harm we can do to ourselves, is to remain ignorant by not having the courage and the respect to look at ourselves honestly and gently.” – Pema Chodron Is there a … Continue reading →

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40 Day Group Sadhana for Freedom

Posted on May 2, 2013 by shannoncowan

“40 Days of Freedom” Group Sadhana (From The Negative Effects of Stress)! Watch the video here, and read below for text version of the instructions. Disclaimer: The contents of this website and health claims made herein, in writing or in … Continue reading →

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Mudra for Elemental Balance

Posted on April 27, 2013 by shannoncowan

Living free of stress is a condition unknown to humans. And for parents and parents-to-be, one of the simplest and most profound gifts you bring to your relationship with your children is your demonstration of the ability to relax, trust … Continue reading →

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Balance and Grow in the Flow

Posted on April 10, 2013 by shannoncowan

The light is returning to the northern hemisphere and it is easier to awaken with the birds and to stretch and move in the mornings! I am planning and intuiting four different yoga class series to hold the space for … Continue reading →

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