Articles on Yoga, Breathwork and Wellness

I write science informed articles on yoga, spirituality & wellness. My intention is to share the techniques and ideas that have benefited my life for the past 20 years of practice by aligning spiritual philosophy & scientific study.

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Citta-Prassdanam, When Practice Makes Your Presence Clear

Citta prasādanam is often translated as the clearing, brightening, or gladdening of the mind. In Yoga Sūtra 1.33, Patañjali offers it not as an abstract ideal but as a practical path, cultivated through friendliness, compassion, joy, and equanimity. For yoga teachers, this teaching goes far beyond philosophy. It points to the quiet refinement of presence itself, the kind of inner clarity that makes a room feel safer, steadier, and more human.

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Who Yoga Teacher Training Is Really For

Yoga still matters because modern life leaves many people physically disconnected, mentally overloaded, and quietly exhausted. This article explores why the practice remains so relevant.

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Shared Hardship, Shared Growth

Why can a group yoga class feel so much more powerful than doing the same practice alone at home? Part of the answer may be shared hardship, the idea that chosen, manageable challenge can deepen connection when we move through it together. In this article, I explore the science behind shared effort, synchrony, and bonding, and why spring is the perfect time to build rhythm, energy, and consistency through movement in community.

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Yoga for Back Pain

A grounded look at yoga for back pain, with realistic expectations, simple starting points, and less fear around movement.

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The Backlash to Over-Optimisation

Wellness has shifted from simple habits to constant optimisation. But tracking everything may increase stress. Here’s why nervous system regulation and consistent practice beat perfection.

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Sauna Culture and Detox Conversations

From microplastic detox claims to reduced cardiovascular risk, sauna use is trending in wellness circles. Here’s what the evidence actually says about traditional vs infrared heat and who should use caution.

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The rise of neurowellness

Why do muscles feel tight if they don’t actually “shorten”? In this article, we explore the rise of neurowellness, the science of nervous system regulation, and how strength in range through 90-90-90 hip work improves flexibility more effectively than passive stretching alone.

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