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Today in AU is the day dedicated to remembering the significance of checking in with ourselves and others on mental health.

Simple question : How are you doing? Are you OK? It's the way to bring love and care towards oneself and others.

I love that R U OK uses yellow colour as the symbol of mental health. This colour always reminds me of sun flower, the flower that always tracks the sun even though the sun might be hidden deep in the clouds, yet the sun flower knows that the sun is there and patiently wait for the sun to shine again.

How would it be if we were to bring to sun flower 🌻 qualities into our health. Tracking the light of love and kindness and always having faith and hope that life will eventually brighten up. Sometimes, the situation at the time may seem particularly challenging but we continue to have faith and hope anyway because we know there is brighter side of life.

🌻 The practice of regularly asking yourself and others 'r u ok?' is the great starting point to allow loving awareness inwards. With awareness, there can be a pause to reassess and process the thoughts and emotions so we can choose healthy actions to support our body, moods, and mental and emotional health.

I spend most of my life with depressive episodes, I truly believe in the gifts of yoga, meditation, arts/nature therapy and positive connection of good friends (sangha) that can gradually reduce mental health conditions and bring sustainable recovery which allows an individual to live for fulfilling life.

I'm sending all my love to anyone who might be struggling with mental/emotional conditions. I wish you to find the pathway towards care, deep listening and be surrounded with a natural environment and trustworthy friends. May you find your light and happiness so you can share love with others truly.
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Never give up taking care of yourself and the practice of love through yoga, mediation, and creativity expression and connect with a positive community.

We're here 4 weeks in the UK and right now, a week in Hertford town, where we used to live here 11 years ago, there are many loving memories, I felt such a warm hug from this place and the people. It made me tingling with aliveness when I took a long walk and jogged along the riverside from Hertford to Ware Town. People said 'good morning' to you with a smile.

Yesterday, we went to check out Hertford Toastmasters club where we were so welcome by lovely new friends and the community. We recognised that we're all on personal growth using Toastmasters skills to improve better communication and leadership skills. I can't wait to explore art galleries and the secrets space yoga here where I've been following their update online for a long time but now physically here.

🌟 Where you're in the world, don't give up doing what you love. Allow your passions to shine so you can be the best version of you.
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We arrived in London two days ago, a long stressful journey. Yoga by the bathroom on the plane helped, but after getting stuck in a tiny seat for almost 26 hours

I could feel accumulated cortisol and stress levels increased in the system. When we got to Hertford, in Hertfordshire, I went for a jog along the countryside side pathway along the river for 50 minutes while the sun was shining. This really helped to manage with the stress and allow anxieties to settle.

🌟 Tips on dealing with high anxiety in the system

Sweating it out while enjoyed a deep breath around nature is one of the best ways to reduce tension in body-mind.

After mindful cardio, following it with yoga/meditation and this will support both cardio vascular health and boost mental well-being. Also, give a break for the nervous system to come out from reactivity mode and gut health.

It's a wonderful experience to be on holiday but it's vital to be mindful of what activities we give ourselves to do and how we take care of ourselves after a long flight and travelling.
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The heart of yoga and meditation practice is smile and laughter. Having joy is the basis of the practice of awareness. It's impossible to live life fully without joy and mindfulness.

Yogis have lots of fun, smile, laugh, empathise, and self-reflection. The practice is not fixed and rigid. We don't sit all day in meditation and being like a rock. We're full of live because we're lid up from inside. Buddhist/Yogis flows with life. The more we practice, we connect with the best part of our ourselves, we dive deeper to experience humanity, humility, and compassion. The core teaching of yoga and Buddhism: loving kindness is not for thinking but practice throughout daily activities in our lives.
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Strengthening the Lower Body Muscles and Heart release has many great health benefits.

Above photo Eka Pada Rajakapotasana or variable of king pigeon yoga posture targets the major muscle groups and joints in the lower body, such as the glutes, the hamstrings, the quads, the hip flexors, the adductors, the abductors, the knees, and the ankles. It also opens the chest and heart region to improve cardiovascular and enhance quality of breathing.

Eka Pada Rajakapotasana (king pigeon posture) affects the pelvis and the spine, two of the most essential structures in the body. The pelvis is the base of the spine, and the spine is the body's core. The pelvis and the spine support the body's weight, protect the vital organs, and allow movement and flexibility in all directions

By practising the pose, you can stretch and lengthen these muscles and joints and increase their range of motion and flexibility. When practised among compassionate communities, this also supports mental health as this increases the sense of belonging.

Breath centred and mindful movements such as yoga, meditation, and Tai-Chi while reflected with arts and music therapies are what we do best.

We connected positively with ourselves and the people around us. Bathing in healing energy of beautiful, natural environment in Southern Highland to enhance deep rejuvenation experience in retreat.
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Another juicy retreat this weekend in southern.
This time, we organised Christmas themes with the focus of metal (Wu Xing according to traditional Chinese medicine) which associates with the attributes of self- worth, empathy and joy.

We carefully designed the programmes to purposely thread together from yoga with live music, meditation with south healing, art, eco therapies in/outdoor, and Tai- Chi practices so the participants can deepen in their reflections and fully replenished physically and psychologically.

Remembering our true values that allow ourselves to shine brightly and authentically. Retreat is the opportunity to dive deeper into self-understanding and unwind accumulated stress and tension in nature while connecting together with open hearts in a compassionate community.

This is why we love doing retreat! It was a perfect weekend to restore balance and remember why we get up in the morning so we can spring into lives with clarity, creativity, and purposes.

We welcome spring season in Australia, ready to blossom to be ourselves.

More videos of glimpse of our sessions with live music in the next post.

We're so grateful for all of us this weekend 💜🙏
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Have you've ever felt some days the rain really pours on you?

I'm not talking about literally rain but the idea of various things in life that suddenly rain on you from all directions which can impact how your moods and general well-being.

In the last couple of days, I felt slightly more vulnerable from self- doubts after I did a speech about the subject I cared about and I felt that I didn't do as well as I could have plus it was coming up to a new cycle.

The above are little tips and some yogic postures that I found to be useful to lift to brain fog and downs moods.

Research from NHS (National Health Service) agreed with my insight, also it stated that it's helpful to have less alcohol assumption and keep connecting positive communities like food friends, yoga and mediation people are the keys to support mental/emotional well-being and bring back vitality to life.

Join us tonight 8pm (AEST) in Heart Awakening Meditation circle for women empowerment to support your mental wellness. DM here or click above link in bio to book.
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We all have our unique journey to self- awakening. The two keys are awareness and joy.

Say YES to life. Jump for the opportunities to learn with joys. Our self understanding can be like a maze. Through twists and turns, we become closer to our true self.

Don't give up and keep going. Keep practising yoga and meditation. Let's simple, joyful moments lead you to life.

Join us tomorrow for Heart Awakening meditation for women empowerment tomorrow at 8 pm (AEST) via Zoom.

Book via link in bio or DM me
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I love this quote, I feel our life is full of ups and downs, highs and lows. Sometimes, we feel everything is in flow, and often, we struggle with challenges.

We experience both strengths and vulnerabilities which makes us unique and beautiful.

We're a glorious mess, without being in a messy process, how could we possibly learn, evolve and remember true worthiness.
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"Nothing in this world is difficult, but thinking makes it seem so. Where there is true will, there is a way"

As I stepped into the role of business owner fully, I found myself regularly facing self- doubts and the fear of "not enough." However, as I return to practice yoga/meditation and connect with loving community, I remember who I am and love I have for myself.

The limitless inspirations as I dropped into my internal resources and surrounded by amazing people who also walked their unique path of self-awakening and deep love.

I agree with the above quote, whatever challenges we may face, when there is dedicate will and true heart, any tasks can be accomplished.

If you find yourself struggling with hardships, don't stop believing in yourself.

🌟 Trust your heart and the process, and everything will align. Your journey of love will reveal when you let go and allow things to be.

This is how we get stronger and gain inner resilience. The things that seem difficult elevate us to be the best version of ourselves.
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I'm very much resonated with the above quote

"You're both a masterpiece and working progress". We can work on ourselves and yet we can appreciate that we're beautiful, unique and unconditional at the core of our being.

Sophia has been working with me in meditation coach one:one immersive session for a couple of times, then joined our meditation circles which she loves the combination of mediation, restorative yoga, arts and sound healing.

She found that the practice has been greatly valuable to support her self- care routine and great reminder to love herself.

She then recommended that her daughter come into coaching sessions with me, which she found to be very useful to help her deal with stress from exams and other things.

I'm so proud that since coaching sessions and meditation circle, they continue to self- coach and follow their promises to themselves to commit with the goals of self- love.

They reconise that they're invaluable masterpieces, and they continue to practice.

These are excellent examples of women empowerment and leaders that I found to be most admirable and inspiring.

Join our Heart Awakening Meditation circle every Tuesday 8pm AEST Via Zoom. DM me or book through the website simplylove.life

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In the last couple of weeks, the main topics in all coaching sessions have been self-trust and remembering our true nature of unconditional love.

In yoga philosophy, the concept of Atman is the idea that our soul is whole and unchangeable. Through time and all conditions, love remains the same. Like water, even if it can change into different forms such as ice, rain, snow and many others, yet its true nature remains pure water.

In a world full of uncertainty, it's almost impossible to trust anything, especially the truth that there is love and wisdom within us. Trust requires the inner strengths to allow and accept. This is why we keep coming back to practice.

🌟 Yoga is a skilful tool and the state of body and mind to connect with a sense of unity. Meditation is the same, it provides a powerful tool to cultivate deeper self-introspection and allow us to rest of our natural state of being. The invitation to journey inwards beyond life fluctuations and limitations.

🌟 Meditation Coaching and Art therapy translate our understanding and insight into creativity and positive actions that can be integrated into daily routines, which is an ongoing journey.

🌟 So, what is your process for embracing your inner strengths and authentic self? Consistent practice keeps you aligned with your inner unconditional love.

🌟 Tomorrow at 8pm (AEST) in our Heart Awakening Meditation Circle, we'll move to the 2nd Chakra to practice heart-opening yoga and reflect on our inner strengths. Be with the flow of life changes and remember to trust love to guide us.

If you'd like to join us tomorrow in our meditation circle for women's well-being and self-empowerment, DM me or book through http://simplylove.life

Music by Ryan Martin

As a bonus, you'll receive our wonderful self-care booklet to help you through the journey of self-love.
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I'm so passionate about using yoga and meditation psychologies to support women's empowerment so they can bring out their authentic voice and valuable assets to their leadership.

Meditation is the best tool to deal with self- doubts and fear of being your true self. A moment of self- love through a regular pause can create space to process information. Gathering strengths to say 'no' to negative words from yourself and others. With the practice, you'll become more skilful to respond to the situations with the most effective decisions.

If you're interested in learning more on the practice to support and enhance your confidence and better leadership.

🌟 Heart Awakening Mediation Circle for women empowerment and well-being will start tonight at 8 pm AEST Via Zoom

🌟 Book Use the link in bio or visit https://simplylove.love/heart-awakening-circle-order-form

Why choose us?

✅️ Personalised practice that is designed specifically for you and group

✅️ Connect with compassionate community in a sacred women circle

✅️ Education of self- care specifically for women's well-being, self-empowerment and leadership

✅️ Mediation Coach on self-confidence to be the best version of you.

✅️ Nissa (Programme developer) came from more than 30 years yoga and mediation background. She graduated with Masters of Health and Social Well-being.

✅️ Mary-Helen (Art Therapist) has an extensive experience in Arts Therapy, she graduated with degree in Interpersonal Arts Therapy.

✅️ Ryan (Musician programmer) has an extensive experience producing music Therapy in yoga/ meditation environment. In 2023, he completed a PhD on the role of musical participation and improvisation in social change

🌟 Bonus

You'll receive a booklet of self- compassion and hope to use art therapy to deepen into self-introspection and mediation audios to coach throughout the programme.

We're looking to see you tonight 8pm in Zoom.
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