Sankalpa Health - Yoga and Nutrition

06/12/2024

We’ve succumbed to a chest infection chez nous. Antibiotics for the boys - doctor couldn’t believe anything was wrong with them as they were still bouncing around but once he looked at their throats and listened to their chests immediately prescribed because of the rattle … and the fact it’s been going on for a couple of weeks already 🫣

I hate antibiotics because of the knock on effects they cause but sometimes needs must, especially when they are asthmatic. What a palaver! First days off school since the beginning of term. 💊

Lots of natural yogurt, kefir, honey, fruit and warm, cooked vegetables for a few days. We did make a cheesecake yesterday 😆 which was delicious.

Stay safe in the weather later. 🤞🏻💨🌬️
Photo of us in Helston Costa before their appointment… the best costa in the world. Fact.

22/10/2024

This resonates with me a lot 🫶🏻

If I’ve learned anything from life,
it’s that sometimes,
the darkest times can bring us
to the brightest places.
I’ve learned that the most
toxic people can teach us
the most important lessons;
that our most painful struggles
can grant us the most necessary growth; and that the most
heart-breaking losses of friendship
and love can make room for the
most wonderful people.
I’ve learned that what seems
like a curse in the moment
can actually be a blessing,
and that what seems like the
end of the road is actually just
the discovery that we are meant
to travel down a different path.
I’ve learned that no matter
how difficult things seem,
there is always hope.
And I’ve learned that no matter
how powerless we feel or
how horrible things seem,
we can’t give up.
We have to keep going.
Even when it’s scary,
even when all of our strength
seems gone,
we have to keep picking ourselves
back up and moving forward,
because whatever we’re battling
in the moment, it will pass,
and we will make it through.
We’ve made it this far.
We can make it through
whatever comes next.

~Daniell Koepke

art | Sarah McCrae Morton

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17/10/2024

Truth.

My mental health has been fluctuating wildly for a few years now, with normality and happiness interspersed with absolute wretchedness and despair. Those closest to me know this and have been incredibly patient and supportive of the process. 💛

Is it depression?
I have been diagnosed with depression a number of times, but refuse to take antidepressants because of the side effects (I took them while at university and they made me completely numb, physically and emotionally). I take 5HTP every day, and have found mushroom extracts quite effective too - like they create more space in my overactive brain. 💛

Is it perimenopause?
Maybe, but unlikely - my hormone levels seem OK and I only stopped breastfeeding 18 months ago - my lows have been there since I was pregnant with Freddie (who is now 8). 💛

Is it…?
Is it just me?! I think I have ADHD, I’m a people pleaser, I am verrrrry hard on myself, I find it hard to trust people and sabotage relationships when I think I’m going to get hurt…
I overanalyse every little detail, often coming to the wrong conclusion. 💛

How am I coping?
I write notes to myself, reminding me that the low episodes don’t last forever, that they’re temporary and often not real.
I talk to the friends that I trust and who know that it’s just one part of me; often people can’t understand how you can be lying on the floor crying one day and able to go for coffee the next but being able to carry on is just one part of it. It doesn’t mean you didn’t feel like dying the day before, it’s an acceptance of the fact you’re going to face the music and get on with it.
I play music that makes me happy.
I do yoga.
I exercise or go for a walk.
I remind myself of all the things I am grateful for.

Then I pick myself up and hope that I do better and try to stop it happening again until inevitably, something knocks me again in a few days or hopefully a few weeks time.

IT IS EXHAUSTING, LONELY, TERRIFYING but very very real. And the more I talk about it, the more I hear of others that feel the same.

30/09/2024

Hello wondrous Facebook friends

I am hoping you can help me -
I want to film a series or two of yoga videos and as such, require a space to do it in plus camera, lighting etc.

Suggestions on location, cameras to use, lighting options would be really appreciated.
What I’ve learnt so far is that the floor must be wooden or concrete or similarly ‘hard’ and flat…
Cameras - decent phone cameras work really well, as long as the associated software is easy to eyes for editing.
Lighting - this is really important, natural lighting is great, depending on which direction it is coming from so additional lighting is key. I struggle with this the most as buying some stage lighting isn’t exactly in my budget!
Windows are great, as long as there’s not much outside that can be seen… walls ideally aren’t covered in children’s pictures etc.

I’d need a day or two to film the initial content, so not very long, but it needs to be quiet enough to do it in that time so school halls not so great(!).

Plus I’m considering doing a personal trainer qualification as I’ve realised that one of my favourite things in the world is helping others achieve their dream weight and shape, so combining yoga, nutrition, and weights would be the s**z. Any suggestions?

Many thanks in advance lovelies 🙏

15/09/2024

Time to think ☀️

It’s a strange thing when you are launched into a few days of uncomfortable stillness and quiet, alone with only your thoughts for company when what you’re used to is freneticism, loud noises and overstimulation.

I used to love having a day to fill with wandering around new places, exploring, trying local cuisine and generally not doing very much.

These days, I am so busy and tied up with work and the children, a new relationship, the remnants of my divorce still unsettled … that I barely allow myself to stop and just ‘not’. I find I continually fill up my time with grabbing a coffee with a friend, cleaning the house, running errands for other people (to make their lives easier!) that I completely neglect the fact i don’t practice as much yoga as I’d like, I don’t exercise properly enough, I don’t rest enough etc.

This has meant that although I’ve had a wonderful break, the last few days have put a mirror up to who I have become and who I’m neglecting. It has highlighted how much I want my life to be about genuine connection, health, wellbeing, love. Why are we here if it is not for these things?

I have been approached about teaching a winter yoga class in Mawgan, so if you’re interested in some RnR, let me know. There should be room for 6-8 of us.

I am also going to get back to filming yoga classes that will be available online - but this is quite a process so please encourage me to keep going as I will lose momentum!

Lots of love
C

15/04/2024

I’m glad to say that I’m going to rent a therapy room at Zed Shed to continue my passion for helping others on their journey to health.
The last year or so has taken me on a journey that I feel has made me stronger and wiser, and I hope that you will take advantage of my **FREE** 30 minute sessions through May for one-to-one YOGA or DIET/LIFESTYLE coaching…

So there really is no excuse for not sorting out your dodgy warrior two pose, nor your health ni**le is there!

If you’re on my mailing list you will receive an email about things in more detail as well. If you aren’t, send me a dm with your address!

I love this work so so so much and it has made me unhappy not being able to immerse myself in it as much as I’d like in recent months; the move to renting a space is phenomenal and I hope you will support me in my endeavours! Spread the word and the love! 🥰

25/12/2023

Had to take these rascals out for a wintry walk in the middle of the day… thankfully the Helford never disappoints and we all returned feeling refreshed and less stressed 🫣😳🤦🏼‍♀️🤩

Merry Christmas onen ag oll.

Lots
Of
Love
Xx

10/09/2023

Yogi friends 💕

I have a spot FOR SALE on a wonderful acupressure and yin yoga training this weekend in Falmouth 15-17th Sept (next weekend!)

It’s been organised by Gem aka Yoga Bryher.

If you’d like my spot, please get in touch! I’m sad to miss it but I just have too many things on 🤦🏼‍♀️😩

It cost me £135 so would be open to offers. ###

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25/07/2023

This still rings true and still is so hard to do! Yet for perfectionist, people-pleasers it can be TOO MUCH!

As someone who grew up trying to be perfect, it is really stressful to continuously try to do the right thing for everyone else. You give up what feels right for yourself. You give out too much energy. You neglect yourself. Other people hold too much weight in your body and in your mind leaving you without space for you. 🫣🤦🏼‍♀️

Let’s fix that!

Start being able to say ‘No thank you’ to invitations where you know it’ll drain your energy. Start saying, ‘Let me think and come back to you.’ Instead of immediately saying yes and then panicking about it.

Work out your priorities and learn to uphold your boundaries around them. 😬

Start small - eg when asked if you’re going for after work drinks, and you know you’re trying to get an early night and eat healthily, you say ‘Not tonight, I have other plans!’ 😇

I’ve been trying to do this for years, and only recently everything seems to click. Also ladies, remember you’re stronger and more capable of speaking your mind around ovulation - so schedule that important meeting with your boss about your raise around that time. Be quieter, stay in more around the latter half of your cycle (PMT friendly!).

Love, always.

28/06/2023

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14/06/2023

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13/06/2023

Finding time to recognise what your grateful for on a daily basis can make a HUGE difference to your life. 🙃

I write in a journal everyday that prompts me for five things I am grateful for. It’s best to be super specific eg I love the colours on my coffee cup rather than I am grateful for coffee.

I am grateful on days like these that I live in such a beautiful corner of the world. I am so pleased to call this my home and raise my babes here. 🥳