Eteeriset öljyt ovat nouseva trendi maailmanlaajuisesti – eikä ihme, sillä ne vaikuttavat monipuolisesti hyvinvointiin. Miten eteeriset öljyt edistävät terveyttä ja kokonaisvaltaista hyvinvointia? Kuinka käyttää öljyjä turvallisesti? Entä mitkä eteeriset öljyt sopivat jooga- ja meditaatioharjoituksen tueksi?

Like everything new and unfamiliar and that we never tried before, it can feel difficult and maybe even a bit daunting to start practicing yoga. For you who are a beginner yogi and for you who find it hard to get started, here is a list of a few tips that can help you on your way. Remember, yoga is for everyone, it’s just a matter of finding a practice that suits you!

How do you make a difference between goals and visions? And how can turning from a goal oriented thinking to a more visionary mindset help us tap into our unique potential? Read more on the topic here!

What is the relationship between yin, fascia and architecture? Yoga teacher Frida Starvid (former Boström) writes about yoga in relation to gravity. Learn more about why yin yoga can do wonders for your body and mind.

Mitä rakkaus on? Usein siitä puhutaan tunteena mutta silloin unohtuu helposti että rakkautta voi itse päättää vaalia omassa elämässään. Miten kultivoin rakkautta joogaharjoituksessa?

More and more of us do it. We practice and practice to get the perfect one. Handstands. It's not a circus exclusive anymore, it's out there. Get some insight about all the parts of our bodies included in a handstand, and how we can prevent these parts from getting injured when practicing! 

Taking time alone in nature can be a great way to restore your capacity. Research shows that in times of great need for mental rest, it's helpful to find an environment that doesn’t place any demands or requires any action. Get away from movement, busyness and social interaction – and just be in nature.

For yoga and meditation teacher Eleonora Ramsby Herrera, meditation is a sacred practice. It's a process without a means to an end. Meditation is there to remind you that you are perfect as you are. In this interview she shares her thoughts on meditation and how it can support you in life.

Miten menestys, motivaatio ja kiitollisuus liittyvät toisiinsa? Haastattelimme menestystutkija Johanna Huhtamäkeä jonka mielestä kiitollisuus on kykyä nähdä arjen taika ja kaikkeen kietoutunut kauneus. Menestystä ja motivaatiota koskevassa tutkimuksessaan hän on on havainnut että kiitollisuus on  myös vastalääkettä motivaation puutteeseen.

Kasvisruokavalioon siirryttäessä mieleen nousee usein kysymyksiä tiettyjen ravintoaineiden saannista ruokavaliota muokatessa. Usein esimerkiksi raudan saanti saattaa huolettaa. Kasvisruokavaliolla on kuitenkin mahdollista saada riittävästi rautaa, vaikkakin sen imeytyminen voi syystä tai toisesta olla heikkoa. Mistä kasvissyöjä ja vegaani saa rautaa? Entä miten varmistaa raudan imeytyminen?

Kaipaatko inspiraatiota keittiöön? Ruokabloggaajamme Mirka Tuovinen loi meille valmistusohjeet yksinkertaiseen ja maukkaaseen kvinottoon. Poimi talteen täysin vegaanisen ja gluteenittoman kvinotton resepti.

Each of us have our own way of coping with the stressors that we are faced with. This last part of a mini blog series on self-care strategies is about action. On how to move from reflection towards action. Take my suggestions and develop your own self-care toolkit! Remember that you are not alone nor helpless in this.

Research shows that caregivers are at risk of experiencing caregiving burdens – therefore is important for the yoga teacher to reflect on what they consider their professional role to be. Doing so could help to confirm what their current job description is and to act accordingly. What is the duty of care within your role?

Our surroundings may affect how we feel, think and live. How can nature change your yoga and meditation practice?  Follow yoga teacher Frida Boström and go outside to meditate, find a favorite place, sharpen your senses and just breathe.

Many yoga teachers are now experiencing high stress levels and financial pressure – yet are still showing up to teach (virtual) classes in support of other people’s well-being and to maintain some income. In this first part of a blog series about self-care strategies for yoga teachers, I write about recognition. The industry is not perfect, and one yoga teacher cannot change it alone. Recognition is an important step in moving towards constructive solutions.