Blog 6

  • Self and Other

    Self and Other

    This moon I am working purely on the second chakra, and find it quite fitting that the peak pose is Turtle. Meek, mild turtle that likes to introvert when things get difficult. Ironic that this is a pose associated with the second chakra as we work on our ability to connect with others. Perhaps for… Read more

  • Lentil and potato pot

    Lentil and potato pot

    For those days when you just want a simple thick nourishing soup, this one is easy to eat with melt in the mouth potato, and lentils smooth, thick curry laced with spices and herbs, beans for extra protein, and greens for iron. Serve in a bowl, suitable for all ages, serves 4-6 dice red skin… Read more

  • Asparagus and black beans dressed in lemon, with olive, watercress and blueberry salad

    Asparagus and black beans dressed in lemon, with olive, watercress and blueberry salad

    Bursting with flavour this makes a light, nutrient dense dinner, serves 2-3 Potatoes (3 medium, cubed, skins on) Black beans (one can, cooked and drained) Asparagus (one bunch cut into 2 inch batons) Paprika 1-2 tsp Bay leaves  Salt and pepper Lemon and mustard dressing (use a fork to whisk lemon juice with wholegrain mustard… Read more

  • Knowing the Self Through the 5 Klesas

    Knowing the Self Through the 5 Klesas

    अविद्यास्मितारगद्वेषाभिनिवेशाः क्लशाः avidyāsmitā-rāga-dveṣābhiniveśāḥ kleśāḥ PYS II.3 The kleśas are said to be the key obstacles to samadhi, bliss. If you can surmount these then you are good to go as an enlightened being. Ha! Easier said than done. There are quite a few lists, tips and tricks in the yoga sutras of Patanjali, and the… Read more

  • Thai green curry

    Thai green curry

    Classic, simple, non-spicy English take on the traditional Thai green curry. So simple, so delicious. Serves 2-3 Carrots x 2 Leek x 1 Broccolli x 1 small Thai green curry paste (half a jar)  Coconut milk (one can) Lemongrass (fresh from the plant if you can get it) Chop and fry veggies, add paste, add… Read more

  • Kiss the Earth

    Kiss the Earth

    The Earth As My Home (1 – 2) Last moon, we focussed purely o n the root chakra at the base of the spine with peak pose Bird of Paradise. As we move up the sushumna, away from the the root chakra, towards the sacral chakara, we arrive at the intersection between the two chakras:… Read more