Yoga with Ven

19/09/2025

When you only practice Ashtanga “once in a while,” you’re technically still practicing, but you miss out on the essence of what makes it transformative.

Ashtanga thrives on consistency. The method is built on repetition, rhythm, and daily discipline—just like brushing your teeth. Practicing only occasionally might still give you a nice stretch, a sweat, or a moment of mindfulness, but the deeper benefits—strength, stability, nervous system balance, and that meditative flow—come only through steady practice.

Here’s what tends to happen when practice is only occasional:
- The body resets each time. Instead of progressing, you often feel like you’re “starting over.”
- The mind doesn’t settle. Without rhythm, the mental focus and inner quiet Ashtanga cultivates are harder to access.
- The sequence feels harder. What should feel natural with repetition can feel clunky or frustrating.
Progress stalls. Both physical openings and inner transformations move slowly, if at all.

But don’t think of this as failure—it’s simply feedback. Occasional practice still plants seeds. It reminds you of what’s possible and keeps the door open for when you’re ready to step into a more regular rhythm.

👉 In short: once in a while keeps you connected, but regularity is what makes Ashtanga come alive.

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📍BetterLife Studio: JEL Plaza Bldg., Doña Soledad Ave., Betterliving, Parañaque City
🕖 Mon–Fri Mysore 7–9 AM
🧘‍♀️ Sat Led Class 7 AM

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11/09/2025

Let Lola and Lola do their yoga….

Here's a self-care experience for Lolo and Lola! 💛

This Grandparents’ Day, treat them to a fun and relaxing wellness experience.

Bring your mom, lola, lolo (or any loved one) and enjoy our ₱500 pass for 2 people. Share the experience together with gentle, beginner-friendly classes designed to keep the body moving and the heart happy. 😊

📅 Promo valid for selected classes on September 13–14, 2025.

📍 Valid at BetterLife Studio (Better Living, Dona Soledad); and FLOW Yoga Yoga•Jiujitsu (Aseana City)

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23/08/2025

16/08/2025

Ashtanga Twists:
- ParivrtaTrikonasana
- Parivrta Parsvakonasana
- Marichasana C and D
- Bharadvājāsana
- Ardha Matsyendrāsana

✨ Benefits of Ashtanga Twists:
• Squeeze and flush the digestive organs.
• Improve spinal mobility.
• Balance strength and flexibility between left and right sides.
• Encourage focus and breath awareness (since twists can restrict breathing).

28/06/2025

An Ashtanga Led Class is important for several reasons, especially within the structure and philosophy of Ashtanga Yoga. Here’s why:
🌟 1. Develops Discipline and Focus
In a led class, the teacher counts the breath and leads everyone through the sequence in unison.
This structure helps students:
- Stay focused
- Maintain a steady rhythm
- Avoid unnecessary movements or personal improvisationsIt reinforces the disciplined nature of the practice.

🧘‍♂️ 2. Refines Vinyasa Count and Breath Awareness
The teacher’s Sanskrit count (vinyasa count) ensures that:
- Each posture and transition is linked properly to the breath
- Students begin to internalize the correct counts for each movement
This brings the practice closer to its traditional roots and enhances meditative flow.

👁️ 3. Reveals Habits and Gaps in Memory
Without relying on self-paced cues, students often realize:
- Which postures they skip or modify unconsciously
- Where their memorization of the sequence is weak
This helps deepen self-awareness and practice integrity.

🌀 4. Builds Group Energy
Everyone moves and breathes together, creating a strong collective energy that can:
- Increase motivation
- Offer support, especially through difficult poses or transitions
This can be uplifting and inspire a deeper sense of community.

📏 5. Supports Mysore Practice
Led Class is not a replacement for Mysore practice but complements it by:
- Reinforcing correct pacing
- Resetting alignment, breath, and timing
- Helping students recalibrate their self-practice

🔍 6. Guided by an Experienced Teacher
The presence of a teacher offers:
- Alignment cues
- Corrections in timing and movement
- A safe container for deeper or more challenging parts of the sequence

🧭 In Summary“Practice, and all is coming” – as Guruji (Pattabhi Jois) said.Led class provides a framework of precision, discipline, and shared experience that enriches a student’s overall journey in Ashtanga Yoga.

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📍BetterLife Studio: JEL Plaza Bldg., Doña Soledad Ave., Betterliving, Parañaque City
🕖 Mon–Fri Mysore 7–9 AM
🧘‍♀️ Sat Led Class 7 AM

22/06/2025

21/06/2025

Why I Love Yoga
I love yoga because it brings me home—to my breath, my body, and the present moment.
It teaches me patience and persistence, grace and grit.
Yoga meets me exactly where I am, without judgment, and gently nudges me forward.
It quiets the noise and reconnects me with something deeper—something true.
On the mat, I find clarity. I find strength. I find peace.
And that’s why I keep coming back.