Author: Andrea Stern
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Celebrating Life’s Flow
Hello Everything flows, everything moves, even if you don’t see it. Everything is full of energy, creating so much, whether day or night, have you ever thought about that ? MY PHILOSOPHY is that LIFE IS MOVEMENT in every aspect. It starts from the microscopic perspective of your blood cells and ends with the cosmic…
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How to Start Meditating
Hello, Remember, Asana means ‘to sit.’ Yoga poses prepare our bodies for meditation, allowing us to experience love, freedom, peace, and light. This week, I’d like to focus on meditation with you. In Vinyasa flow practice, there’s a saying: ‘breathe and move like meditation.’There are different ways and techniques to meditate. One of the simplest…
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Vrikshasana – Tree Pose
Hello,Tree Pose – Vrikshasana is one of the most popular and recognizable yoga poses, known for improving balance. It strengthens the legs, enhances stability, and stretches the hips and inner thighs, promoting a sense of grounding. Beyond the physical benefits, Vrksasana sharpens mental focus, helping to center the mind. Muscular Strengthening: -The standing leg strengthens…
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Bhujangasana – Cobra Pose
Hello, Today we will take a look at the alignment of Cobra Pose and its muscular impact. Cobra is a foundational backbend found in many yoga sequences. It engages the muscles of the back, shoulders, and legs, promoting strength and flexibility in the spine.The gentle lift of the chest also helps open the heart and…
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Trikonasana – Triangle Pose
Hello, This week, we will explore the alignment of Trikonasana (Triangle Pose) and the muscular impact of this pose. Trikonasana is a foundational yoga pose that you will find in many yoga sequences.The pose engages muscles in the legs, core, and back. This helps improve strength and stability. Stretching the side body also deepens breath…
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Chaturanga Dandasana
Hello, Over the next few weeks, I’ll be diving into some Asanas in detail, sharing insights on muscular impact and alignment tips here on my Blog. This week, the first Asana is: Chaturanga Dandasana During our yoga sessions, we’ll explore the alignment and flow of the Asanas together, using our breath. Often called ‘Chaturanga,’ this…
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Summer Breeze Makes Me Feel Fine
The Impact of Weather on Humans Summer, with its warm breezes and golden sunshine, has a deep impact on our well-being. As temperatures rise, so do our spirits, often filling us with energy and a sense of freedom. This is especially true during vacation time when the weather invites us outdoors, urging us to explore…
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The Element of Aether – Elemental Yoga Journey
The fifth and final element, Aether, or ‘Akasha’ in Sanskrit, meaning ‘space’ or ‘ether,’ is the most subtle and expansive of the five elements in yogic philosophy. It signifies space, the vastness that contains and connects everything. Aether embodies the qualities of emptiness and infinite potential, serving as the foundation for all other elements to…
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The Element of Air – Elemental Yoga Journey
Air represents freedom and vital energy in both our bodies and the natural world. In Sanskrit, “Vayu” is one of the five elements in yogic philosophy, symbolizing lightness, expansiveness, and prana, the life force sustaining all living beings. Yoga: Yoga: Moving with the breath fosters freedom and openness, especially with backbends like Camel Pose. Practicing…
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The Element of Fire – Elemental Yoga Journey
The element of fire symbolizes transformation, energy, and the vibrant essence that fire provides both within our bodies and the natural world. Fire, or “Agni” in Sanskrit, represents the qualities of heat, power, and dynamic change in yogic philosophy. Yoga: Practicing the Sun Salutations, Boat Pose and Twists focus on building heat and reflecting fire’s…
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The Element of Water – Elemental Yoga Journey
The element of Water emphasizing fluidity, adaptability, and the nurturing essence that water provides both within our bodies and the natural world. Water, or “Apas ” in Sanskrit, is one of the five great elements in yogic philosophy, representing qualities of movement, change, and emotional depth. Yoga: The Vinyasa Yoga integrates breath and movement seamlessly. Poses…
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The Element of Earth – Elemental Yoga Journey
The element of Earth emphasizes stability, grounding, and the nurturing essence that it provides both within our bodies and the natural world. Earth, or “Prithvi” in Sanskrit, is an element in yogic philosophy, which represents the qualities of strength, stability, and nourishment. Yoga: Practicing poses that focus on grounding and stability, like Mountain Pose, Tree…
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Elemental Yoga Journey
Dear Yogis, Welcome to our upcoming yoga series: “Elemental Yoga Journey” Over the coming weeks, we will dedicate our practice to the five essential elements: Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Aether. This week, we embark on our journey with clarity and simplicity. We’ll briefly explore all five elements before delving deeper into each in the…
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Today, June 21st, we celebrate World Yoga Day! (Video)
A day when people worldwide unite to celebrate yoga. This year’s theme, “humanity,” encourages us to forge deeper connections with ourselves and others. Building connections starts with being connected within yourself. Take a break and recharge your energy—better than a cappuccino. The following 10-minute breathing meditation allows you to concentrate on your breath, reflect, and…
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Yoga and Singing Bowls
I invite you to a unique yoga experience. This coming Thursday, during my regular yoga class time, we will connect breathing techniques and asanas in resonance with the sounds of singing bowls and gongs. In this class, I will guide you through a sequence of gentle yoga poses and breathing exercises. My dear friend Patrizia…