Pain of regret

“We must all suffer from one of two pains: the pain of discipline or the pain of regret. The difference is that the pain of discipline weighs ounces while the pain of regret weighs tons” Address: Parimukti Yoga Center, Kanira Homes, Girkarwaddo, End of Magic Park Road, Arambol, 403524, Goa, India Phone: +919637521278 Email: info@parimukti.com … Read more

Equilibrium 

“A state in which opposing influences or forces are balanced“ Finding a point between giving and recieving is challenging. After much joy and self observation, this month thought me the importance of finding your own balance. It’s very easy to slip away into the past or find yourself anxiously projecting about the future. But what … Read more

Ceremony 

Our last day. I am lost for words at how beautiful the ceremony was. Joy, tears and excitement overwhelmed the room.  We shared, danced and gave gratitude to each other.  The perfect ending to a new beginning..        Address: Parimukti Yoga Center, Kanira Homes, Girkarwaddo, End of Magic Park Road, Arambol, 403524, Goa, India Phone: … Read more

Yoga is music

“Yoga is like music, the rhythm of the body, the melody pf the mind and the harmony of the soul create the symphony of life” B.K.S Iyengar   Address: Parimukti Yoga Center, Kanira Homes, Girkarwaddo, End of Magic Park Road, Arambol, 403524, Goa, India Phone: +919637521278 Email: info@parimukti.com Website: http://parimukti.com/ Yin Yoga Training Goa | … Read more

Mid day music

I went to buy a bonsuri and ended up in a jam session that I couldn’t bear to leave!   Guitar, sitar, drums and beautiful singing. Spontaneous and enchanting, my favourite flavours of India! What a perfect addition to the day after asana classes from two of our students.     Address: Parimukti Yoga Center, Kanira … Read more

Tea Ceremony

Have you ever been to a tea ceremony? I experienced my first one yesterday. Firstly we gathered around and observed how to make the perfect brew while listening to the legendary tales of how each tea was born. We passed around the leaves and smelled their different aromas- green tea, oolong and jasmine. Sipping from … Read more

Life is a handstand

Handstands are thrilling but before you can take that leap up into the unknown you need a solid foundation. Grounding down and lifting up requires some strength and determination. Physically finding the balance point brings you between fear and exhiliration. Having a partner to help you requires trust.  There is this moment that happens when … Read more

Reflection in the final week

It feels like months ago that we started but it’s only been 3 weeks…      So much change has occurred; from the weather and atmosphere to our bodies and minds. Most significantly I think that what can transform in a teacher training course is our perspective. How we perceive everything can alter, if we let it; … Read more

Days gone by…

His holiness the Dalai Lama and bishop Desmond tutu came to Dharamkot. What an amazing experience it was to be in their presence. They emanated pure joy and that vibrated from the crowd that had gathered to meet them. So many young school children who were just beaming with excitement. The Dalai Lama answered questions … Read more