Yoga Wise Studio

06/04/2026

I had my first child when I was 19, just 5 days before my 20th birthday.

I remember coming home from the hospital, preparing for that first night.
Holding my son, nursing him, I felt something I had never experienced before…

A deep, undeniable and absolute awe.

I had created this tiny human.
Birthed him into the world.
And somehow, my body just knew exactly what to do to nourish him.

I knew this was a miracle. The very definition of a miracle.

And I’ve wondered since…

Is this what the yogis, sages, seekers and mystics have been searching for? Through years of discipline, prayer, and devotion?

That direct experience of life moving through you.

Because for many women, this isn’t something we have to go looking for…it’s something we are already living.

And yet, we’re often taught that spirituality should look a certain way.

Early mornings. Long meditations. Structured practices.

What if that’s just one version of the path?
What if it’s something we’ve been taught to believe we need?

And what if the deeper truth is…
that the wisdom is already within us?

In our bodies.
In our cycles.
In our connection to the earth, to life, to birth, to death and rebirth.

Not something to strive for…
but something to return to.

And I want to add that of course this isn’t only true for women who have given birth.

This connection isn’t something we earn or prove.
It lives within us, regardless.

More and more, I’m coming to feel that women’s spirituality is something deeply embodied,
something lived and experienced in a different way… and yet so often, we’re taught how to “be spiritual” through a lens that isn’t our own.

I’m reminded of something a dear teacher once taught “you are whole, perfect and part of the divine.”

And perhaps I’m only just beginning now to truly understand what she meant.

Do you feel like your spiritual practice is something you’ve been taught or something you’ve remembered?

04/04/2026

I’ve spent my entire adult life in the wellness industry and the yoga world.

From practicing reiki and reflexology, to teaching reiki, working with crystals, aromatherapy, flower remedies… you name it, I’ve trained in it, used it and lived it.

Then yoga and Ayurveda came in and became something deeper. A guiding light. Not just practices, but a way of being.

And yet, recently, I’ve found myself questioning a lot of what I’ve believed, practiced and even taught over the years.

Not from a place of rejection… but from a place of reflection, questioning….

When something has been such a big part of your life, it naturally becomes part of your identity.

And while this questioning has felt unsettling at times… there’s also something very simple that still feels completely true to me.

Nature.
The seasons.
The quiet, steady cycles of life.

They don’t ask for belief.
They don’t need labels or explanations.

They just are.

And in a strange way, coming back to that feels more grounding than anything else right now.

It’s natural to build identities around what we value.

But sometimes it’s important to step back… and gently question what actually still feels true.

To ask:
Is this still true for me?
Does this still feel aligned?
Or have I outgrown parts of who I once was?

I don’t have answers right now, I’m just sitting with the questions.

And that, in itself, is part of the practice.

01/04/2026

Particularly in the yoga world, early mornings are often advised… 🌅

But following on from the reel from post that I shared yesterday, I’d like to remind any of you following this circadian reset that I am encouraging a gentle reset, not a harsh one. Especially if you’re already sleep-deprived or going through menopause, the aim is to support and increase sleep, not decrease it.

That said—one thing the research is very clear on
Morning light is powerful medicine

Getting natural sunlight into your eyes (without sunglasses) within the first hour of waking helps to:
☀️ Reset your internal body clock
☀️ Support deeper, more restful sleep at night
☀️ Regulate cortisol in a healthy way
☀️ Improve mood and energy throughout the day

So instead of forcing yourself to wake earlier than your body needs, try this gentle shift:

Step outside within 30–60 minutes of waking.
Even 5–10 minutes makes a difference
Longer if it’s cloudy ☁️

I’m on day 3 of my 7-day circadian rhythm reset experiment so follow my stories and join in if you like.

A simple, supportive way to reconnect with your natural rhythm - without extremes 💛

31/03/2026

I’ve started a 7-day experiment ⛅️

Resetting my circadian rhythm using one of the most powerful (and simple) tools we have… morning light ☀️

I’ll be sharing the process as I go - along with the science (hello brain + hormones) and Ayurvedic wisdom behind it,

If you’ve been struggling with sleep, energy, or feeling out of sync… this is for you.

Follow along in my stories over the next 7 days 🤍

28/03/2026

How to manage the clock change from an Ayurvedic perspective

From an Ayurvedic perspective, this shift can aggravate Vata dosha — the energy of movement, change, and irregularity. When Vata is elevated, you might notice disrupted sleep, restlessness, low energy, or feeling a bit “out of sync.”

The key right now is to ground and stabilise your rhythm.

Here are some simple ways to support your body:

Anchor your morning
Step outside for natural light as early as you can , this helps reset your internal clock and brings clarity to the mind.

Keep meals warm and regular
Favour nourishing, easy-to-digest foods and try to eat at consistent times each day.

Wind down slowly in the evening
Dim the lights, reduce screen time, and choose calming practices like gentle yoga, breathwork or reading.

Slow your practice
This is a beautiful time to lean into grounding, steady movement rather than anything too stimulating.

Prioritise rest
Aim for an earlier night where possible and create a cosy, calming bedtime routine.

Remember, your body thrives on rhythm. Small, supportive shifts can help you feel more balanced and at ease as we move into the new season.

If you’re feeling the effects, you’re not alone, be gentle with yourself.

Wellbeing

23/03/2026

✨ This week at the studio ✨

We still have a few spaces available in some lovely sessions:

Tuesday morning yoga with Emma
Wednesday evening yoga with Cheryl
Wednesday morning Pilates with Sarah
🎶 Friday evening Sound Bath with Rozi

A beautiful mix to support your body, mind and energy through the week 💫

Come and join us - we’d love to see you at the studio.

Book via the link on our website or in the comments below 👇

21/03/2026

We feel incredibly fortunate to welcome Swami Vedantananda Saraswati back to Yoga Wise Studio this September ✨

Travelling from Portugal each year, this will be her third year teaching with us – a truly special opportunity to experience authentic, traditional yoga teachings in an intimate setting.

5th–6th September 2026
From Pranayama to Pratyahara

A weekend to deepen your practice through asana, pranayama, yoga nidra and subtle practices of pratyahara – gently guiding you inward beyond the senses.

Spaces are limited and always fill quickly.

Join us for this deeply enriching experience 🤍

https://yoga-wise.reservie.net/checkout/event/djEsMTEsMTgxNDYsMA==

20/03/2026

Join us in September for this special weekend with Swami Vedantananda
https://mailchi.mp/a6c5cc4ee90c/a-special-teaching-at-yoga-wise-studio-swami-vedantananda-saraswati

18/03/2026

Next Friday 27th March, Soundbath with Rozi 7pm at the Studio.

Book here:

Release, rebalance & reconnect. Journey with Tibetan & crystal bowls, gong & shamanic percussion.

11/03/2026

From October 30th – November 1st I’ll be holding a Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat designed to support the transition from autumn into winter - with gentle yoga, Yoga Nidra, seasonal Ayurvedic wisdom, nourishing food and time to truly rest.

There are just 12 spaces available and 1/4 have already been reserved.

You can read all the details and reserve your place in the link below.

https://mailchi.mp/3dfc22830c0c/autumn-yoga-retreat-already-14-full