Stubborn Adventure Stubborn, sensitive and impatient, these characteristics are all known to me. I see them as strengths, they have brought me where I am today: New Zealand. Three years ago, I stepped on a plane to follow my heart with two suitcases filled with clothes and shoes. What else do you need? I […]
Looking back after 3 years in Kiwiland Lees verder »
Again, I have been blown away by the amazing and powerful effects of The Journey Process. For me it is the quickest way to feel peaceful, happy and at ease, to arrive home. Dear you, I am grateful we met! I would like you to know; It touches me if you dare to share the truth –
A couple of days ago I saw the movie I am a slave. I was upset while watching and still feel emotional if I think about it. This 2010 movie shows the story of one woman’s fight for freedom from modern-day slavery and gives insight in London’s shocking slave trade. It makes me feel frustrated, angry
You Do make a difference Lees verder »
I need for a little love? Try this effective and powerful meditation! As best you can, let your mind be quiet, letting go of plans and preoccupations. Then begin to recite inwardly the following phrases directly to yourself. You begin with yourself because without loving yourself it is almost impossible to love others. May I
A meditation on Loving-Kindness Lees verder »
Most yoga practitioners and/or India-lovers have come across the greeting or prayer: Namaste. I love to end my yoga sessions with ‘Namaste’ while bringing my hands together in front of my heart and bowing my head. In India it is used as an everyday greeting such as ‘Hello, How’re you?’ So what does it mean
What is your personal favourite; a strong and fast-paced or a more gentle practice? I’m quite drawn to a strong, challenging practice. If I’m challenged, a strong focus is required and my mind doesn’t have a chance to interfere. At the same time, I’m easily stressed and rushing to my daily activities. A fast-paced practice
Rest versus Activity Lees verder »
I am barely awake and my mind is overactive already; thinking about the day to come, what to wear, what to eat and if I will take the car or my bicycle to work. Without much notice I digest my breakfast and full of thoughts I experience my bike ride, mostly with my mind focused
Taming my Monkey Mind Lees verder »
Acupressure yoga mat, Indian bed of nails, Yantra mat, Shakti mat, nail mat, Theramat or spike mat are all names for one and the same thing. It is a modern day mat of nails made up of thousands plastic spikes or acupressure points aimed to spread a deep sense of relaxation and relieve symptoms such
