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ahimsa: a yogic perspective on 'the race that stops the nation'
ahimsa: a yogic perspective on 'the race that stops the nation'

It is one thing to stand up and fight for what is right. But, as comically and tragically true, I heard somewhere once this realism: ‘the world is divided into people who think they are right’.

Encouragement to reflect on this Melbourne Cup weekend: where we each stand, and what the yoga tradition can teach us so we move towards union rather than division.

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dedication & connection: practising our place in the world
dedication & connection: practising our place in the world

Our mats are a laboratory. We are both scientist and experiment. Whatever we practice, will get stronger. Are you strengthening patterns of separation, judgement, scattering focus - or can we come together, and unite this breath, this moment, to harness attention back to now?

Some words on the power of intention and dedication.

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living a life of astonishment: some appreciation for a new year
living a life of astonishment: some appreciation for a new year

To be with is to show up, with a kind and courageous sense of care. Not to idealise, but to accompany the life flowing through every tick-tock of time we have on this living breathing Earth. Isn’t this the core of our practice, whatever outward form it takes?

A letter of appreciation, and hope, for the year ahead.

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Vandalism, and the practice of forgiveness
Vandalism, and the practice of forgiveness

A response to our community mural being re-marked, what forgiveness means, and reasons to practice ahimsa - staying compassionate in response to harm.

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Honouring 26th January as Survival Day: On Truth-telling
Honouring 26th January as Survival Day: On Truth-telling

We cannot afford to cover over, or forget how we got where we are: this is a potent teacher we can all learn from. What does ‘Australia Day’ really embody, and how can we honour the history and truth-telling about our collective past, and learn from this for more understanding and solidarity in our shared future?

Compassion is not a place to rest: it is a place of great awareness, for action to rise out of. It can begin now.

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Beyond New Year's Resolutions: Inspiring a Life of Intention
Beyond New Year's Resolutions: Inspiring a Life of Intention

The flavour of our life and experience can be enriched with creativity and intention. Here’s how going beyond the checklist of resolutions might just shift you towards a more fulfilling journey.

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