Here's the affirmations for all Chakras that we put together. Inspire yourself to work on your energy centres! If you're new to Chakra healing and want a little intro or refresher, try this post. Chakras make such an incredible difference to people's lives - they break down healing into manageable...
The Meaning Of The Lotus Flower And What It Symbolises
The meaning of the Lotus is something very dear to many. In a basic sense it symbolises growth both spiritual and emotional. It's often associated with rising above adversity and remaining pure of heart. All these associations stem (excuse the pun) from ancient humans observations about how this beautiful flower...
What Is Your Birthday Buddha And What Does It Mean?
When you enter some Thai Buddhist temples you leave an offering to your birthday Buddha. Each of these birthday Buddhas correspond to different days of the week. It's like the poem about Monday's Child, Tuesdays Child etc. Your own Buddha is whichever day of the week you were born on....
Sacral Chakra Problems: Symptoms & Solutions
Here we're continuing our series addressing the most common problems with each of the Chakras. This week we'll be tackling the top three Sacral Chakra problems. You can check out our guide to the Sacral Chakra here. If you're unfamiliar with the Chakras and want to get acquainted, check out...
Vegan Yoga – Do You Have To Be Vegan To Be A Yogi?
We see a lot of debate about diet and how it intersects with Yogic beliefs and values. Vegetarian and vegan Yoga retreats are the norm and many Yogis live a plant based life. Veganism has seen a huge surge in popularity recently, and events like Veganuary are having an incredible...
What Incense Is Used For – Incense History & Uses
About Incense Why is incense used in yoga and meditation, you ask? We often hear this question in our store. People are always saying ‘oh, this smells great! But what does it do? What is incense used for?’ So here’s a little incense history & info for you guys. Incense...
The Meaning of Sahasrara – The Crown Chakra
The Meaning of Sahasrara, or the Crown Chakra, is essentially the spiritual self. Working on the Crown Chakra is all about focusing on the higher self. Sahasrara is associated with the pursuit of spiritual peace, and connecting to higher consciousness or state of being. It is commonly pictured as...
The Meaning of Ajna – The Third Eye Chakra
The meaning of Ajna or the Third Eye Chakra is essentially insight. How we perceive our inner and outer worlds guides our behaviour. Opening our ‘Third Eye’ is a path to greater truths. Spirituality and insight allow us to view our world from many angles; when the Ajna is...
The Meaning of Vishuddha – The Throat Chakra
This is our insight into the meaning of Vishuddha & the basic ideas around the Throat Chakra. The Vishuddha or Throat Chakra is located in the centre of the neck (about where the adam’s apple would be). Its importance can often be overlooked! People often focus on deeper, emotional areas...
The Meaning of Manipura – The Solar Plexus Chakra
The meaning of Manipura (the Solar Plexus Chakra) is mainly personal confidence and assertiveness. The go-getter Chakra! The Solar Plexus Chakra is mainly the realm of overcoming obstacles, fearfulness and anxiety. Courageousness and self-confidence are signs of an open and healthy Manipura. But that’s not all! Read on for more...