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Yoga for a Tired Neck and Shoulders

  • By Renée Leeuw
  • Sun Sep 12 2021
  • 3 min read

This yoga flow for a tired neck and shoulders will release tension and encourage a well-aligned posture. Try this 24-minute practice that is physically intense enough to keep you moving, but gentle enough to prevent further strain.

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How mindfulness can help you stress less

  • By RITUALS
  • Thu Jan 10 2019
  • 3 min read

Strengthening your ‘mindfulness muscle’ can help you handle stress better. In this interview, the internationally renowned psychologist Erin Olivo from New York explains how mindfulness-based stress therapy works. And how you can practice it while taking a shower.

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Find your centre with the final 3 days of yoga session

  • By Deborah Quibell
  • Sun Sep 23 2018

Are you hooked on yoga yet? If not, the final day of our 3 Days of Yoga program will get you there. Join expert Deborah for a session that will re-inspire, re-motivate and remind you why we all love yoga: and encourage you to take what you’ve learned in the previous sessions to create your own personal daily routine.

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How to nourish the seed of mindfulness in your children

  • By Deborah Quibell
  • Mon Jul 23 2018
  • 5 min read

Have you ever seen a young child playing for hours and hours with the same toy? You could argue that children – especially those of a young age – are naturally mindful. As a parent, you have a lot of influence on this matter, according to Deborah Quibell. She shares some tips and advice on how to introduce more mindfulness into your children’s lives.

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Warm up and unwind before your run with this yoga sequence

  • By Laura van Ree
  • Sun May 27 2018
  • 3 min read

It’s a gorgeous day—what better way to spend it than by going for a run? But before you do, check out this exclusive yoga video featuring our expert Laura and learn this pre-running sequence to start your run off right. Specially designed to warm up your muscles and unwind your mind, this yoga routine is guaranteed to become part of your running ritual.

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Clear your mind with morning yin Flow yoga

  • By Laura van Ree
  • Sun May 06 2018

Want to have the most productive day possible? Then put down that morning espresso and pick up your yoga mat! This Yin Flow sequence taught by our expert Laura is just what you need to start the day off with a clear mind, making it so much easier to set your daily goals.

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Balance yourself with this full moon yoga routine

  • By Erica Jago
  • Sun Apr 29 2018

Daily ceremonies enrich your life, but this moon yoga ritual is done just once a month: with the arrival of the full moon. Symbolising the completion of one cycle and the beginning of another, a full moon encourages us to seek more balance. Watch this exclusive video with expert Erica to learn how moon yoga can help you start anew every month.

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Meditate your way to more self-love

  • By Erica Jago
  • Sun Apr 22 2018

Do you find yourself struggling with self-doubt? It happens, but learning to treat yourself more kindly is the key to eliminating it. This meditation practice, designed and demonstrated in the following video by expert Erica, focuses on self-acceptance and even self-love.

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Enhance your radiance with facial yoga

  • By Erica Jago
  • Sun Apr 15 2018

Have you ever heard the words, “you look tense?” Then we have the perfect yoga ceremony for you. Watch our exclusive video with expert Erica to learn a facial yoga routine that will have you looking brighter, clearer and more approachable to the people around you.

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Start fresh with this cool down meditation

  • By Deborah Quibell
  • Tue Mar 13 2018
  • 3 min read

A clean slate—who doesn’t need that every now and then? When you’re looking to change direction in life, having some tools to help you cool down and make that transition is key. Watch this video with expert Deborah to learn how meditation can help you let go of negative emotions so you can have a new beginning.

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Wake up with this new yoga sequence

  • By Laura van Ree
  • Sun Mar 11 2018
  • 3 min read

Having trouble motivating yourself to get out of bed in the morning? We have the solution: and yes, you guessed it—it’s yoga! Let our expert Laura guide you through a morning Hatha yoga routine that will wake you up and energise you for the entire day.

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Breathe away your busyness with yoga

  • By Erica Jago
  • Sun Mar 04 2018

We’re always looking for ways to help you slow down, and this yoga exercise is another great one. Expert Erica takes you through a practice she calls, “a breathing practice for busy people.” Watch her exclusive video and inhale a sense of inner calm.

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Embrace silence with meditation expert Erica

  • By Erica Jago
  • Sun Feb 18 2018

In the hectic pace of modern life, silence is difficult to come by. But spending a few moments in silence each day is incredibly powerful, and benefits body, mind and soul in a variety of ways. Watch this video with expert Erica to learn how a silence meditation can make a major difference in your daily life.

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7 reasons why you should meditate today

  • By RITUALS
  • Mon Feb 12 2018
  • 3 min read

We’re big believers in meditation as a way to positively impact mind, body and soul. And recent evidence suggests that scientists are just beginning to scratch the surface of how beneficial a regular meditation practice can be. Here are some surprising reasons why you should add meditation to your daily routine.

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Explore this easy guided meditation

  • By Erica Jago
  • Sun Feb 11 2018

If you think meditation is too complicated and spacey for you, think again. This visualization practice designed by expert Erica can be added easily to your daily routine to help you slow down and clear your mind. Watch our exclusive video and get started.

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Your beginner’s guide to meditation

  • By RITUALS
  • Thu Feb 08 2018
  • 3 min read

Are you new to the world of meditation and feeling a bit overwhelmed about how to start? We’re here to help. This ancient and extremely worthwhile practice comes in many surprising shapes and sizes—read on to discover which type of meditation is best for you.

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Your personal beginner’s guide to home yoga

  • By Laura van Ree
  • Fri Feb 02 2018

Are you looking for a workout that is both convenient and effective?  You should try yoga—it not only unites body, mind and soul—it can be done in the ease and convenience of your own home! We’re happy to explain how and why starting a yoga practice at home is the ultimate wellness routine.

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How to boost your detox with yin yoga

  • By Laura van Ree
  • Sun Jan 28 2018

Have you found yourself indulging a bit too much lately? Now that the holidays are over, detoxing can reboot body and soul—and what better way to do that than with Yin yoga? In this exclusive video, our expert Laura takes you through a sequence dedicated to detoxifying your organs and clearing your mind.  

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Meditation made easy with our expert

  • By Deborah Quibell
  • Wed Jan 17 2018
  • 3 min read

Meditation is an excellent way to quiet your mind and slow down for a while. That’s why we asked expert Deborah to advise you on what you should know before starting your own practice. Read on for some practical tips to guide you down the right path.

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A beginner’s guide to the Lotus pose

  • By Laura van Ree
  • Sun Jan 14 2018

There’s really only one thing you need to do to make 2018 a good year: slow down. As slowing down is a major part of yoga, this video is all about just one pose: The Lotus. Laura tells you everything about getting into this pose, helping you feel grounded, stable and aware.

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Yoga warm-up sequence for winter

  • By Laura van Ree
  • Sun Jan 07 2018

Especially in the cold winter months, warming up before a workout is essential. Yoga is no different, and in the following video, our expert Laura teaches you a warm up sequence that opens your hips and stretches out your abdomen and chest. Get your Vinyasa flow on to deepen those backbends and get the most out of your yoga routine.

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Meditate your way to forgiveness

  • By Erica Jago
  • Sun Dec 17 2017

Having trouble letting go of past hurt? It happens to all of us, but this meditation practice designed to inspire forgiveness will teach you to how to release negative emotions and love yourself. In just 20 minutes, our expert Erica teaches you how to soak your heart in the beautiful energy of forgiveness.  

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Here's how to slow down with Yin yoga

  • By Erica Jago
  • Sun Dec 10 2017

We can all benefit from slowing down the busy pace of our lives. Yin yoga is designed to do just that, thanks to its deliberate focus on breathing. Expert Erica helps you clear your mind and relax your body in this exclusive video introduction to Yin yoga.

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Awaken your chakra system with meditation

  • By Erica Jago
  • Sun Dec 03 2017

Do you want to take healing into your own hands? Your chakra system, containing seven energy centers, is here to help—all you need to do is awaken it. Our yoga expert Erica teaches you how to do this in an exclusive video that will help you achieve a better energy flow and in turn, give you the tools you need to fulfill your own needs.

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Balance your chakras for inner harmony

  • By Deborah Quibell
  • Sat Nov 25 2017

Are your chakras in balance? Balancing these energetic fields is as important for your psychological well-being as balanced organs are for your physical health. In our exclusive video, expert Deborah teaches you a meditation practice that cleanses and energizes your chakras.

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Why yoga is essential to an Ayurvedic lifestyle

  • By RITUALS
  • Sat Sep 23 2017
  • 3 min read

The ancient practice of Ayurveda is all about the perfect balance between our energies, or doshas. To bring our body and mind into balance, you can even tailor your yoga routines and meditation techniques to suit your dosha. So make yourself comfortable and we'll tell you all about it!

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How to create your own home meditation space

  • By RITUALS
  • Mon Sep 04 2017
  • 3 min read

You sleep in the bedroom, lounge in the living room and eat in the kitchen. All important activities that demand their own space, but where in your home do you meditate? Discover four simple ways to design your own meditation area and make the most of your daily mindfulness ritual.

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Meet your new morning routine for more energy

  • By RITUALS
  • Wed Aug 30 2017
  • 3 min read

Have you ever wondered how some people can be so energetic and happy first thing in the morning? They radiate positivity and appear cheerful when you’re still waiting for the second cup of coffee to kick in. Well, we know the secret behind their morning smile—and we want to share it with you.

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Personal Routines of yoga Expert Deborah

  • By Deborah Quibell
  • Mon Jun 05 2017
  • 4 min read

Rituals Magazine is proud to add another expert to advise our readers on how to live more soulfully. Deborah Quibell, PhD, is a writer, healer and yoga expert with a lot to say about connecting to essential parts of ourselves. In the following interview, we get to know Deborah and a bit about the various wisdoms she will share with us.