The Science Behind Stretching Fascia: Benefits and Techniques
While most people are familiar with the benefits of stretching muscles, a lesser-known aspect of flexibility lies in stretching the fascia. Slowly the understanding of the role of …
Yoga Exercise
Learn more about yoga asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing techniques), the effects they have on the body and mind and the many health benefits that can be experienced with regular practice.
The Vagus Nerve: Unraveling the Wonders of the Body’s Superhighway
The human body is a complex marvel of interconnected systems that work tirelessly to maintain balance and homeostasis. At the core of this intricate web lies the vagus …
The Essence and Meaning of Namaste
Namaste is a traditional greeting that we often hear in the yoga community. It is usually offered with the palms held together, lowered eyes and a bowed head. …
Question Time: How Can I Improve My Balance?
The teachers at ASMY get asked many questions, some about the spiritual aspects of yoga and others more on the physical side. Maybe the following question is one …
Meditation
Learn different meditation techniques to apply in your daily life and discover the many wonderful benefits can be achieved through a regular meditation practice.
Mindful New Year Resolutions
So here we are at the turning point. The start of a new year. The past year has slipped away, the new year is yet to come. Looking …
Breeze Through the Stress of Christmas with Breathwork Meditation
As we have finally reached the end of a fast year, it might be good to step back and catch our breath with some Breathwork Meditation. Nathan’s unique …
The Value of Slowing Down
Have you noticed time is speeding up? It seems that all the labour-saving devices that have been invented to give us more leisure time actually only means that …
Anxiety – Cause, Effect and Support from a Yoga Perspective
Anxiety is all too common. You may be dealing with anxiety in your own life, or you may know someone who is. It is showing up more and …
Lifestyle
Leading a balance life means to look after your physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Gradually including healthy practices into your everyday life will make a huge difference to your overall wellbeing and vitality.
Survive and Thrive the Mould Epidemic
How’s the weather been for the past few months? Oh my gosh it’s been soo damp and so humid! The unprecedented amount of rain that we have been …
Surviving Lock Down or Quarantine…
With another round of lock downs around the country (first time for some!), you have had to once again make quick changes to your life. Perhaps you had …
10 Ways to Beat Christmas Stress
How many sleeps till Christmas now? Not many left! How are you feeling? My doctor was incredulous about how many patients she was seeing who were having Christmas …
Keep Well This Winter
Winter is the season when we are more inclined to come down with coughs, colds and sometimes the flu. So many times I have caught a cold from …
Yoga Wisdom
Dive into the vast ocean of yoga wisdom and take a journey of self-discovery, a journey that can completely transform your life.
Transcendental Sounds will Touch You in the Core of Your Heart
In the material world the sounds that we hear don’t touch us deeply within the core of our heart. There may be some happiness to be found in …
The Perfection of Yoga
Yoga and meditation are synonymous. They are not two different things. Its not like I’ll go do some yoga then I’ll do some meditation. It is how it …
Where can I find Perfect Love?
A talk all about love, the most valuable thing there is! Love is something we all long for. The idea of having a perfect someone is what we …
The Happiness Series
We all want to be happy and satisfied in our lives. However, no matter how much money we have or possessions or even great relationships, that happiness we …
Nutrition & Recipes
Find out more about health and nutrition, the ancient practice of Ayurveda or cook up a storm with our many healthy, nourishing, delicious vegetarian recipes.
Spring Lentil Tabbouleh with Smashed Avocado
This dish was a favourite of my mum’s, I hope you love it too! Serves 2 For the salad: 2 cups cooked green lentils (see method) ½ …
Quinoa Upma with Veggies and Cashews
Upma is a savoury dish using grains/seeds, veggies and spices. It is served as breakfast, snack or a side dish. You can use rice, rice flakes, millet or …
Pumpkin Miso Soup
Pumpkin soup is firm favourite winter warmer! This recipe has a twist of a difference with Miso Paste and is super easy to make, using ingredients you probably …
Superfood Smoothie
Recently I have been researching about nutrition for seniors. Protein is the most important micronutrient for an older person. It is the building block of the body and …
News
Find out the latest of what’s been happening at ASMY’s centres around the country.
ASMY Nobby Beach Featured on Jetstar
Earlier this year the Australian School of Meditation & Yoga Nobby Beach was featured online and in Jetstar Magazine as a not to be missed destination in our …
World Yoga Day 2018
Hosted by the Australian School of Meditation and Yoga, Yoga Day Festival is Australia’s biggest, longest running celebration of World Yoga Day. Growing in size each year, Australia’s …
Join Australia’s Biggest Yoga Party!
Rock Your Asana at YOGA DAY FESTIVAL BRISBANE! Brisbane! It’s time to rock your asana and get involved in Australia’s most vibrant yoga festival. Scheduled for June …
Kirtan! Not your Typical Kind of Meditation
After a stressful or tiring week, one of the best things you can do for your mind and body is a little meditation. But if you’re like me, …