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The response to my book, Rise and Shine - How to transform your life, morning by morning has been nothing short of amazing. My co-author and sister Kate and I, are still pinching ourselves to believe it's true. Read all about it!
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The first reviews for Rise and Shine are in - and they are 5 star ones, woohoo! It feels pretty vulnerable publishing a book, so it really is wonderful to get feedback and see and hear stories of how it is already helping make a positive difference for so many people.
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The final series of weekly Dru Yoga and Meditation classes in 2021 begin soon. They offer the perfect way to end your year. Why not give yourself the gift of greater health, harmony and happiness? And enjoy the seasonal stress-busting benefits of Dru Yoga, the illuminating power of candle gazing and the dreamy delights of Yoga Nidra.
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Do you want to Invite more happiness, wellbeing and success into your life? My new book will show you how. I’m thrilled to announce that Rise and Shine is now available for pre-order. I’ve had the joy of writing this book with my sister, Kate, who is a very experienced Psychologist and Coach. Together we teach you how to transform your life, morning by morning.
Read moreI am excited to announce the launch of a new Dru Meditation Class starting on Saturday 24 April 2021. It will run weekly on Saturdays, live and online via Zoom, from 9-10.30am in fixed terms of mostly six weeks. In these classes you will discover the benefits of Dru Yoga’s uniquely effective approach to meditating that blends together movement, relaxation, concentration and meditation.
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Have you always wanted to discover the benefits of meditation? Well, now's your perfect chance. I'm starting a new five week Introduction of the Magic of Meditation course. It starts on Wednesday, 24 February from 10.30-11.30am. And free replays are available for home practice or if you aren't able to join us live. Meditation is an natural technique that can help us to cope better with the stresses and strains of modern life. In this introductory course you will discover the magic of meditation by learning about and trying-out different styles of meditation. It is fun, informative and practical.
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‘Thirst aid for the soul.’… I’m thrilled to partner with the wonderful Brew+Bear, Sheffield's eco friendly tea service. When you subscribe to their new tea home delivery service you can enjoy your cuppa with a side helping of mental health wellbeing. They provide the highest quality loose leaf tea and I provide the weekly meditations to listen to whilst you wait for the kettle boil and your tea to brew.
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More and more people around the globe are enjoying the benefits of Dru Yoga. This therapeutic and trauma sensitive style of yoga has been shown to offer a wide variety of benefits for your body, mind and emotions.
As you would expect, Dru Yoga can help reduce physical tension in the body, bring greater flexibility, improve posture, build strength and increase agility. But it can also help to increase positive thinking and give you the tools to transform your life in a way that ripples out to benefit all of those around you.
Read moreWe all know laughter makes us feel good but there is also a growing body of evidence that shows that is also does us good. Laughter Yoga is so called because it combines simple and enjoyable Laughter Exercises with the deep, restorative breathing techniques of yoga. It’s not just great fun, it’s seriously good for you too. Who’s laughing now?
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Having taught live, online Dru Yoga for almost a fortnight I wanted to share some tips on getting the most out of your Zoom classes. Some may seem obvious and others something you hadn’t even thought about.
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As a registered therapist and a teacher of yoga and meditation, I see many people who are affected by stress, anxiety, panic and overwhelm. The good news is that there are things you can do to help. In this blog, you’ll discover seven simple yet effective ways to calm yourself. These are all things that I have used myself and shared with clients. And they all work.
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We are experiencing a significant period of change and uncertainty. Everything is different and we have lost ‘normal’ life. Even though we know that the COVID-19 virus will eventually pass, we know that things will never be quite the same. It is a time of profound and significant grief. Understanding what we are going through can provide comfort and reassurance.
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This is a time of great change and uncertainty. It’s a new situation that none of us are used to dealing with. Many of us are experiencing shock, disbelief or even denial, as we grieve for the way things used to be and for the things that now won’t be. However, by being proactive we are taking steps to reduce our anxiety and overcome our fear. Here is something practical you can easily do to help you find some certainty in these uncertain times.
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I’m taking a short break at the start of next month and heading off for eight nights in Morocco. As a result, there will be no classes in early February. Read on for full details…
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Develop your home yoga practice by enjoying a free, 10 minute class with one of my lovely Dru teachers, Nanna. In it she expertly takes you through the first of Dru’s signature Energy Block Release (EBR) sequences, EBR1. Not only will this sequence provide a full body warm-up but will also help balance mind and emotions. It’s a lovely way to get energy moving and bring you to a place of deep inner stillness.
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As a child with ADHD I found it almost impossible to still (let alone be quiet) for more than a few seconds. So, meditation was not something that I felt would be right for me. I couldn’t even understand why anybody would want to do it. I now have a morning meditation practice and recently qualified as a Traditional Yoga Meditation Teacher. Find out why…
Read moreMy students often tell me that whilst they would like to practice yoga outside of our lessons, they find it hard to start and harder to stay committed. In this article, I’m going to look at the benefits, challenges and solutions to starting your home yoga practice. We’ll be exploring: What is a daily yoga practice? Why do we need one? Why do we sometimes find it so hard to keep it up? How do we encourage ourselves to improve our practice?
Read moreEarlier this week I was delighted to be interviewed by the wonderful Dr Patricia Crane, author and acclaimed teacher and trainer of teachers. I delighted to be able to share the miraculous story behind the birth of this shining beacon for peace.
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As the summer comes to and end and the nights start drawing in, your weekly Dru Yoga classes return for the Autumn. This autumn’s Dru Yoga classes are characterised by movements which help to release and resolve the past, letting go of that which is no longer helpful or required. Giving you the space to reflect on what has been worthwhile and meaningful, leading to greater clarity and focus.
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People regularly ask me where the name Dru Yoga comes from, so I thought I write a short blog to tell you. Read on to find out for yourself…
Read moreTOBY YOGA - health, harmony & happiness.