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The Munay-Ki Rites
A Transformational Companion For Burnout Recovery As holistic practitioners, we often support others through deep transformation—but our...
Melanie Ashley
Jun 292 min read
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Exploring Vusamazulu Credo Mutwa's Impact on Social Development, Philosophy, and Traditional African Traditions
research and co-writer Kimmy Soko In honouring Black History Month, we would love to introduce you to some less famous yogis from the...
Melanie Ashley
Oct 29, 20245 min read
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Exploring the World of Herbalism
with Mary Seacole :A Journey of Healing & Wellness research and co-written with Kimmy Soko October is Black History Month in the UK,...
Melanie Ashley
Oct 29, 20244 min read
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A Community Class For Peace & Unity?
Every class at the Shala is a community .... so what would make another one any different? Â Many people may not know this, that the word...
Melanie Ashley
Jun 18, 20244 min read
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Be Steeped In Serenity
How To Create Mindful Moments When Life Is Too Busy No matter how busy we are, most people have time for a cup of tea - whether it is...
Melanie Ashley
Feb 1, 20242 min read
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Reduce Overwhelm And Become Crystal Clear
How to harvest inner peace with a crystal meditation As well as being beautiful and stunning to the eye, Crystals have a way of calming...
Melanie Ashley
Dec 19, 20232 min read
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The Golden City That Achieves Balance in a Storm
The yogic system views the human body in accordance with the five elements of nature: Earth, Fire, Water, Space, Ether. Reflecting on...
Melanie Ashley
Nov 24, 20235 min read
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Yoga At Any Age
Age and expectations have a real difference in modern society as compared to the traditional approaches of many indigenous cultures. A...
Melanie Ashley
Apr 21, 20236 min read
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The Forgotten Secrets of Hatha Yoga - 108 Sun Salutation -
Despite the initial thought of 108 Sun Salutations - such a practice leaves you with an amazing feeling of lightness and deep cleanse of...
Melanie Ashley
Apr 21, 20234 min read
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Benefits of Online Yoga & Meditation
Online yoga and meditation Online yoga is the most advanced way of keeping yourself mentally and physically fit. Nowadays, doing yoga and...
Melanie Ashley
Nov 2, 20224 min read
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Yoga Online Courses, Pranayama Meditation Breathing Course: Beaming in from St Albans
Join our 10-day yoga online course with a powerful intention. Reset your inner self using yoga , meditation, & breathwork. Contact us...
Melanie Ashley
Aug 17, 20225 min read
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Online Stress Management St Albans, Stress Reduction Courses
Join our 10-day online stress management course with a powerful intention. Reset your inner self using yoga , meditation, & breath work. ...
Melanie Ashley
Aug 17, 20225 min read
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