Lucia Patience Yoga

23/09/2025

Weaving Boundaries

We often speak of "setting boundaries". Let them is part of the recent jargon that has slipped into our ever-revising list of "buzzwords".

There are situations or people whose actions or words put us in a position where we need to assert our boundaries. Doing so conveys our self-respect, that we will protect ourselves from energies that detract, we won't permit disrespect, and that we are firm in our boundaries.

But should all boundaries be concrete? Are the boundaries we set the same for everyone? Do we need to vary our boundaries based on how we are feeling? Can we soften our boundaries for people we value, while still honouring our own values and energy? I say we can.

And so, I weave boundaries. I pull in threads of love, kindness, patience, acceptance, selflessness and duality. I can strengthen my weave, reinforcing it with fortitude, self-worth, and self-awareness of my own needs and resilience at any given moment. I can draw in the weft tightly, weaving a sheath that protects my energy.

Or I can construct a gauze —something lightweight, translucent, and pliable. A weave that welcomes. That lets those we value know that they can trust that we will hold space for them in their vulnerability. So they know we can be sympathetic and forgiving when they challenge the loose weave of our gossamer boundaries. Opening to exploring an understanding & to discovering more about others, & myself.

We cannot control the actions of others; we can only control our response and our willingness to disengage or accept them. It is up to others to demonstrate that they respect our boundaries or not, be they impentrabile or fluid. We may need to reiterate what we are willing to stay for or step away from the relationship. Holding firm or holding space may make or break a relationship. But then you'll know. You will have honoured what is important to you. And you are in a better place, with or without them.

Boundaries call for discernment. And so, I think not of walls but of weaving.

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27/03/2025

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11/02/2025

𝒘𝙝𝒂𝙩 𝙬𝒆 𝒅𝙞𝒔𝙘𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙧 𝙤𝒏 𝒕𝙝𝒆 𝒎𝙖𝒕 𝒊𝙨 𝙣𝒆𝙫𝒆𝙧 𝙟𝒖𝙨𝒕 𝒂𝙗𝒐𝙪𝒕 𝒕𝙝𝒆 𝒎𝙖𝒕

🌿 𝑭𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝑭𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 – 𝑾𝒆𝒆𝒌 3:
𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑫𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝑬𝒇𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒕 & 𝑬𝒂𝒔𝒆 🌿

Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra 2.46 reminds us: Sthira Sukham Asanam – the practice of yoga is finding steadiness (𝘴𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘳𝘢) and ease (𝘴𝘶𝘬𝘩𝘢) in every posture.

Some shapes embody this balance so clearly—like Downward-Facing Dog (𝘈𝘥𝘩𝘰 𝘔𝘶𝘬𝘩𝘢 𝘚𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘢), Chair Pose (𝘜𝘵𝘬𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘢), and Boat Pose (𝘕𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘢). Each of these poses asks for strength and stability, yet they also invite softness, breath, and surrender.

Tonight, we’ll explore these postures, not just to discover and refine how they show up in our bodies, but to experience how effort and ease coexist.

𝘼𝒏𝙙 𝙖𝒔 𝒂𝙡𝒘𝙖𝒚𝙨, 𝒘𝙝𝒂𝙩 𝙬𝒆 𝒅𝙞𝒔𝙘𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙧 𝙤𝒏 𝒕𝙝𝒆 𝒎𝙖𝒕 𝒊𝙨 𝙣𝒆𝙫𝒆𝙧 𝙟𝒖𝙨𝒕 𝒂𝙗𝒐𝙪𝒕 𝒕𝙝𝒆 𝒎𝙖𝒕—my hope is that this inquiry follows you into daily life, helping you find steadiness without strain, grace within effort, and a sense of balance in all that you do.

See you on the mat! ✨💛
Love, Lucia
Lucia Patience Yoga

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08/02/2025

The Sweetness of Late Summer & The Wisdom of Yin

There is a golden softness to late summer, a moment suspended between the fiery heights of the season past and the gentle unravelling of autumn ahead. The earth is full, offering its final abundance before the inevitable release. We, too, stand at this threshold—called to gather what nourishes us and let go of what does not.

Late summer belongs to the Earth element, a time to root down, to steady ourselves before the winds of change arrive. Yet, many of us feel the weight of the season—the accumulated fatigue of summer’s long days, the echoes of overexertion, or the emotional residue of its intensity. This is when we are most in need of restoration, of practices that soften and realign, that draw us back home to ourselves.

Yin yoga offers this homecoming. In stillness, we return to balance. By tending to the stomach and spleen meridians, we nourish the very centre of our being, replenishing depleted energy and fostering a sense of inner stability. Just as the trees will soon surrender their leaves, we too can prepare for the coming shift—releasing, unwinding, making space for what truly sustains us.

So, as the days grow shorter and the light turns golden, perhaps you give yourself permission to slow down. To rest deeply. To sink into the quiet wisdom of yin. What are you carrying that no longer serves you? What sweetness can you gather before the season turns? 🍂✨

05/01/2025

✨ "What I like about your class is that it has soul." ✨

These beautiful words came from someone with 25 years of yoga practice—a deeply humbling compliment that touches my heart. 💛

Over the years, so many kind souls have shared their thoughts with me. Your words of encouragement and your constructive feedback inspire me to continue exploring new possibilities in teaching and connecting. For that, I am immensely grateful.

Still, self-confidence isn’t found in compliments—it blooms from within. 🌱 Each of us is already enough, exactly as we are. Praise is a gift, not a requirement, for our self-worth. But acts of kindness, like these words, remind us of the goodness in the world. They help maintain our faith in humanity, even on the hardest days.

To those who take the time to share your experience, thank you. Whether it’s a heartfelt compliment or a quiet moment in class, you remind me why I love what I do. Let’s keep cultivating that soul together. 🌸

01/01/2025

Start the year with Yoga, intention & curiosity.

Lots of yoga classes this month. In person and online.

“New Year, New You” Women’s Circle on Sat 11th

New “Flow Foundations” 6 week series starting at the end of the month.

Check the Events on my page! 🩵 or Clayfield Yoga Studio Brisbane.

01/01/2025

Welcoming 2025: My Festival of Fifty
This year marks a milestone—I’m turning 50! A half-century of life, love, and learning is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and celebrate.
Turning 50 is shifting my perspective in profound ways. Over the past year, I’ve felt clarity and confidence blossom within me—a beautiful sense of self-awareness and a deeper connection to my soul’s purpose. I’m learning to embrace my place in the world while honouring my own sense of blessed autonomy. Living more authentically feels like a gift I’m finally unwrapping, piece by piece.
To honour this milestone, a dear friend inspired me to celebrate a "Festival of Fifty!" This isn’t just about one day or one party—it's a year-long celebration of life, growth, and joy.
I’ll journey overseas, explore more of Australia, and even play the tourist close to home. I'll tend to my garden to nurture myself and clear the clutter from my home, mind, and spirit. Spend better quality time with my loved ones while celebrating their growth and independence.
As my children mature and gain independence, I find new opportunities to embrace my journey. This is a time to shed resistance and lethargy and step boldly into a season of joy, gratitude, and growth. I'll honour myself and lean into the work of shadow and light.
I’m incredibly thankful for all the love, lessons, and laughter shaping my path. This year isn’t just about celebrating turning 50—it’s about celebrating life.
Here’s to a year of transformation, adventure, and authenticity.
If this resonates with you or inspires your reflections for the new year, I’d love to hear what you’re celebrating. Drop a comment or share your intentions—let’s cheer each other on!