On Compassion: Forgive Yourself to Better Serve Others
At first glance, we might think we have nothing to forgive ourselves for. But you’d be surprised at what your mind holds onto—those tiny moments that replay over and over.
Inner child practice
What would you say to the child you once were? What would they want for you, today?
10 ways to supercharge your kindness to animals
To mark this year’s #BeKindtoAnimalsWeek I’ve compiled a list of 10 things you can do to supercharge your kindness to animals and your fellow earthlings.
On falling in love with the journey
If you’re on the spiritual path, you may think that putting all of your trust into an all-pervading power like the Universe or God, is all just part of the journey.
True freedom lives within
I propose that true freedom is not so much about where you are physically located in space, but rather it is a feeling that can be cultivated in each moment of your life.
On choosing peace in each moment of your life
Being a slave to the mind is both challenging and exhausting, but as we begin to understand its antics, so arises the opportunity for us to break free and come back home.
Why doing away with multitasking will increase your spiritual potency
For all of my years working in the corporate sector, I wore my ability to multitask like a badge of honour.
The importance of spiritual practice in these turbulent times
We commit to spiritual practice for the same reason we lay solid foundations for a house… so that when the going gets tough, we don’t topple over.
Please honour your emotions, because you matter too
An article I read recently about disenfranchised grief in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic has helped me to reflect on how often I gloss over my emotions in the spirit of ‘getting on with it.’
A simple way to free your voice
Lately I have been enjoying singing lessons and one my biggest [re]learnings among many, has been how I position my head when I chant.
Hurry up and wait - living life by design
I have been diving into Human Design over the past few days and I have found it to be another interesting tool for self-realisation.
A loving tofu scramble
This yummy dish is a staple for me. Delicious, filling and packed with all the good plant-based proteins. And even better…no sentient being was harmed in the making of it. 💗🙏✨
What are we trying to remember?
To remember is to come back home to the loving, unconditioned authentic Self which is free of bondage of the mostly over-bearing and egoic unwatched mind.
Paying homage to my roar-ness
For years, most have known me as Roar Spirit Yoga. And while the title has served me well, today I am proud to step into the sacred power of my name.
What to do when your body is craving balance
Is anyone else feeling at the moment that the smallest things (tasks, conversations etc) feel like running a marathon?
We are on a big rock floating in space
Perspective. As we begin to ponder our own insignificance, our load begins to lighten.
Honouring those who have suffered for us
Recently I’ve been reflecting upon my ancestors and their contribution to my spiritual realisation.
Why veganism is not a diet
Veganism is not a diet. It’s finally understanding that your actions are actively harming other living beings and then taking a vow so to never do it again.
A practice to remember your parents
Lately, I have been wanting to feel close to my late parents and this practice from Vietnamese zen master Thich Nhat Thanh has really helped me to do so. It’s also very useful if you can’t be close to yours at the moment because of current COVID-19 restrictions.