Author: Andrea Stern
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The Crown Chakra
The Crown Chakra, or Sahasrara, is the highest energy center in the body, representing spiritual connection, enlightenment, and universal consciousness. It opens the mind to higher awareness and deepens mindfulness in everyday life. Location and Body Parts: The Crown Chakra is located at the top of the head, or the crown. It is associated with…
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The Third Eye Chakra
The Third Eye Chakra, or Ajna in Sanskrit, is a key energy center that influences intuition, perception, and inner wisdom. It is often referred to as the “mind’s eye” because it allows us to access higher states of awareness and clarity beyond the physical realm. When balanced, this chakra strengthens our ability to see situations…
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The Throat Chakra
he Throat Chakra, or Vishuddha Chakra in Sanskrit, is the fifth of the seven primary chakras and the center of communication, self-expression, and truth. Located at the throat’s base, it empowers authentic speech, deep listening, and the courage to speak your truth—think clearly, feel deeply, and stand by your words. Location and Body Parts: The…
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The Heart Chakra
The Heart Chakra—Anahata Chakra in Sanskrit—is the fourth chakra in the human energy system. Situated at the center of the chest, it serves as a bridge between the lower and upper chakras, connecting our physical and spiritual selves. It not only builds a connection between the physical and spiritual but also encourages true love and…
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Solar Plexus Chakra
The Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura) is the third primary chakra, located in the upper abdomen near the navel. It controls personal power, confidence, and self-esteem. This chakra influences self-confidence, autonomy, and personal empowerment, while also regulating willpower, goal-setting, decision-making, and action. It plays a key role in shaping self-worth and inner strength. Location and Body…
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The Sacral Chakra
The Sacral Chakra, known as Svadhisthana in Sanskrit, is the second primary energy center in the human body’s subtle energy system, situated in the lower abdomen just below the navel. It is associated with the regulation of emotional well-being, creativity, and reproductive energy. Located in the lower abdomen, around the pelvis, and is linked to…
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The Root Chakra
The Root Chakra, known as Muladhara in Sanskrit, is the first of the seven main chakras in the human energy system. It serves as the foundation for both our physical and energetic being. This chakra is responsible for the large intestine and its functions, as well as influencing our sense of trust and security in…
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Start of Our Chakra Yoga Journey!
✨ Wishing you a happy and healthy 2025! ✨ What better way to begin the new year than by starting the Chakra Yoga Journey? This program is designed to help you learn, reflect, and embrace your energy. I’m excited to welcome you to my regular Yoga classes in Caldas da Rainha, where I will guide…
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Start 2025 with a Chakra Yoga Special!
Start the New Year with a 10-Week Chakra Yoga Program! As we welcome the new year, it’s the perfect time to cultivate health and balance. Join me for a 10-week Chakra Yoga program that will guide you through the powerful connection between your physical and energetic body. This course is designed to help you heal…
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Final Yoga Sessions of 2024!
Hello, join me this week for the final yoga sessions of 2024! I’m so grateful for each student and the joy we’ve shared on this journey. Yoga is about UNION—connecting body, mind, and soul, as well as the harmony we build within ourselves and with others. Teaching yoga is my way of sharing the spirit…
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Hatha Yoga
Hatha Yoga teaches that life is a balance of opposing energies, rooted in ancient yogic philosophy. These dual energies are represented by “Ha” (the sun) and “Tha” (the moon), symbolizing the polarities found in both the universe and the human body. Hatha Yoga helps you balance these opposing energies, creating harmony and promoting overall well-being.…
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Benefits of receiving Adjustments
Hello, Giving you adjustments during your yoga practice is one of the things I enjoy about teaching yoga and something I specialize in. In my experience, receiving adjustments makes a big difference compared to practicing online by yourself or joining in-person yoga classes. With an eagle eye, I observe your movements and posture, ensuring that…
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The Meaning of Namaste
The word Namaste is often accompanied by a slight bow with hands pressed together at the heart, a gesture called Anjali Mudra. So hands together is a gesture wich is widely recognized as a way of saying Thank you. But Namaste is more than that. In Hinduism, Buddhism, and various Eastern cultures, it’s a gesture…
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What Motivates You practicing Yoga?
What do you think is the biggest motivation for people to exercise regularly? Health! Of course, it’s important. But fun is actually the biggest motivator to stay active.This means that if you do not find fun or enjoyment in the sport you are doing, your motivation to continue in the long term will be very…
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YOGA in Autumn
Autumn is the season of transition, shifting from summer’s outward energy to a more introspective, calming phase. It brings change, cooler temperatures, and a gentle invitation to slow down. The red-gold beauty of the leaves invites you to release and gather, preparing for the stillness of winter. For our yoga practice, autumn invites us to…