Im reading this wonderful book " Comfortable with uncertainty 108 teachings" by Pema Chodron. In the past few weeks many things have happened that have have turned things upside down for me... A friend decided he could no longer deal with this world and took his own life.  My brother in law was given four months to live because of an in operable brain tumour.  I was presented with a "huge" financial bill.  My son was randomly attacked by a group, hit over the head with a bottle and kicked to the floor, as people walked on by and did nothing. To say I have felt angry with the resent events would be an understatement-but it is what to do with this anger, and the feelings of uncertainty that is key...   This book has been really helpful ( along with talking to some trusted friends)and taking "time out" to meditate to  quieten the mind. I am not a  Buddhist,  but I  find these  Buddhist  teachings show me a way to  experience  the darker side of li

Its a dogs life......my dog has it sussed.

Welcome to my world....a brief tour of Putney and our clinic & yoga studio in action...come visit sometime.

Great photo of Daniel from Yogapod in Wiltshire...This photo was taken at Nancy Gilgoffs Wiltshire workshops. Visit Yogapod to see Daniel and Olivia's Ashtanga yoga classes in the area   http://www.yogapod.co.uk

We ran a baby massage taster class today-here is some information and some beautiful babies (and mums) The benefits of baby massage • Massage is the most natural and instinctive form of caring for the baby. The new-born baby experiences the world through his senses, such as touch, smell, taste, sound and vision. These senses are developing gradually, but from the moment of birth the baby already understands the language of touch. • Massage helps to create a unique bond between the parents and the baby. • Gives confidence for first time parents. • Relaxes both the baby and the mother/father. • Mothers who suffer from post-natal depression feel more positive when they experience their baby’s response to the massage. • Massage helps parents to be aware of their baby’s body and the developmental changes they going through. • Regularly massaged babies develop their motor skills quickly. • The general benefits of massage, such as improved circulation, healthy skin, strong

I have been working for the LTA for 19 years and every June I get to do this-I love introducing many of the ball boys and girls to yoga for the first time...and they are always pleasantly surprised at how much they enjoy it ( mostly) Me with one of the teams Giving trikonasana a go... Favourite pose of the day Savasana Yoga mama bebe :-) The tennis...

So Im back on mat having been stuck in this boot for more than four weeks. I asked my daughter to assist me with my back bending this morning-She has never done this before so it really made me laugh when she said " am I as good as Sharath?" I was also impressed that she knew who Sharath was?.....Whilst she is a wonderful talented artist, I don't think he need worry about her taking his "guru" role any time soon. The girl child Sharath Jois Mysore

 What a fantastic weekend of celebrations we have had....street party's, friends and loads of cake....Even got to hang out with the Queen for a bit ( okay a cardboard cut out of her). Tug of war with competitive men and meeting neighbours that i did not know existed-Love or loathe the royals a community get together is brilliant!

I am having to look at 2nd series back bends more than usual at the moment-so always useful to have some tips from Kino.