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Students forever, in this life and all other lives

Students forever, in this life and all other lives, on and off the mat. It was a pleasure to be part of this community. We will always remain connected. ❤

The magic of the Mysore practice transcends space and time.

Ashtanga Yoga Nilaya Barcelona, February 2017

#ashtangayoga #ashtangayogamysore #mysorepractice #ashtanga #ashtangapractice #ashtangavinyasa

Because it warms my heart every time I remember th

Because it warms my heart every time I remember this moment, this day, the people that walked the beginning of this path of #yoga with me, souls who have become friends for life, I add it as a post too.

We laughed together, and we cried together. Even when far away from one another, we will always be connected.

Forever grateful for the lessons... for the easy lessons, and especially the most challenging ones.

Unexpected shot by @berazur, at Hatha Vinyasa Yoga Teacher training with @amelie_strecker_yoga, @yogaroom_bcn (2013).

With a suitcase full of emotions and a racing hear

With a suitcase full of emotions and a racing heart I will come back to see you, hoping you will still love me as much as I love you, Barcelona.

Con la maleta llena de sentimientos y el corazón acelerado iré a verte, esperando que aún me quieras tanto como te quiero yo, Barcelona.

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The scars on your body, the scars on your heart, t

The scars on your body, the scars on your heart, the scars left on your soul from all the hurt in your present life and past lives... Accept them, see the beauty in them and remember the strength you gained as your wounds healed. For your scars are like the cracks in a broken vase, they make you unique and beautiful in your own way. ❤

WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE WIND INSIDE OF YOU? 💨

Wind doesn't only blow outside, or when you are cussing while on your bike because you can't seem to move forward, like me. 😆

The Sanskrit word "Vayu" translates as wind or air, and together with the element of space, it represents #Vata dosha.

The five subdoshas of vata are prana vayu, samana vayu, vyana vayu, udana vayu, and apana vayu. Their flow and functions on the physical and mental level will help us understand imbalances and disease much better, as Vata represents movement, from the blood in your veins to the food passing through your GI tract.

1. Prana vayu: located in the head, brain, and upper body. Represents sensory perception, thoughts, and respiration (especially inhalation). Downward movement. Example: swallowing.
2. Udana vayu: located in diaphragm and thoracic cavity, governing regulation of breath (especially exhalation). Memory and speech. Upward movement. Example: vomiting.
3. Samana vayu: important when it comes to kindling agni (digestive fire). Located in the navel area, small intestine, liver and pancreas.
4. Vyana vayu: all over the body, responsible for circulation. The heart, its rhythm and blood pressure are related to this wind.
5. Apana vayu: colon, pelvic cavity. Responsible for downward movement like the expulsation of bowels and urine, menstruation and semen. Complaints like constipation, irregular periods, lower back pain and pain in the hips, pelvic area and thighs are related to this downward wind.

So, what to do then? I recommend you practise yoga and pranayama, targeting the areas of your health problems. This is why yoga therapy is so amazing. We tailor the class as a part of your ayurvedic lifestyle program and diet.

Want to know what asanas and pranayama are right for you? Let's talk!🍃

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SOUND IS POWERFUL WHEN IT COMES TO HEALING. 💓 W

SOUND IS POWERFUL WHEN IT COMES TO HEALING. 💓 Whether you practise Yoga or not, you probably know many mantras contain the word OM.

The symbol Omkar contains two elements on top, representing absolute consciousness and surrender. OM is a word of affirmation, truth and being. It is the expression of God, which is infinite. You could compare it to an Amen. It is also used to greet auspiciously. When I spent time in India, often I was greeted with OM.

You will find OM at the beginning and end of a reading of the Vedas, and when prayers are opened and closed.

In Sanskrit, OM consists of 3 letters: A, U and M. That is why in some texts you will find it written as AUM. When you pronounce it, think of it flowing from your throat (root of the tongue) when you say A, while U comes out at the palate area, ending with M with your mouth closed, creating a humming sound.

Wherever you live and whatever language you speak, OM is universal. Even before you pronounce it physically, there is already a subtle vibration similar to that when the M vibrates as your lips touch.

I often ask my clients to practise it, if possible completely as Udgeeth Pranayama, sitting in a comfortable position and holding dhyana mudra (the thumb and index finger touching one another) and the eyes closed. But if that is not an option, even chanting OM mentally, or very softly, whenever you need, like on moments of anxiety or fear (imagine tension due to an injection at the doctor's office) will help calm the nervous system and release stress while you feel more grounded. You'll notice that it is a slow exhalation, promoting a state of relaxation every time you repeat it.

TIP: Chant OM on a regular speaking volume and start chanting with a lower volume each time, until you only chant it mentally. The vibration inside of you is always present.

Do you chant mantras? 🎶

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