ONLINE YIN YOGA & JOURNALING

FOR SEASONAL ALIGNMENT

Navigate the seasons with me

Acknowledging the changing seasons is one of the best practices that we can adopt to support our emotional well-being.

Welcoming and celebrating each turn on the wheel of the year, noticing the wonder of nature, and creating rituals and practices that tune into an inner wisdom that was always there, but that daily life very often suppresses.

Living in alignment with nature reinforces the phrase “all things pass”, and giving yourself the opportunity to pause, reflect, acknowledge and celebrate ALL your lived experiences throughout the wheel of the year, is a truly wonderful gift to yourself.

Combining the still practice of Yin Yoga with the reflective practice of journaling at each point on the wheel of the year will help you to align with the seasons, navigate a path of purpose and ease.

This practice has been lovingly crafted over the years and is so very dear to my heart.

It features regularly within The Hive community and now I would like to invite you to step onto the Wheel of the Year and join us on this gentle, nurturing journey.

A Few Kind Words …

“Louise’s yin & journaling workshops are a joy to do.

She gently guides you through a nurturing, intuitive series of prompts & yin yoga promoting self care & gratitude. A

ll done at your own pace & as in-depth as you want or need it to be.

It is really your own personal practice.”

— Tracy Hogg

Louise's Yin and journalling workshops are so motivational and inspiring.

She incorporates the seasons, moon phases and inspirational quotes with yin yoga.

This time that we put aside for self care is so important and beneficial.

I have learnt to embrace the journalling opportunities, which have become part of my yoga and daily practice.

Louise is a great teacher whose compassion and knowledge makes all her classes and workshops so valuable.

— Stella Bunce

FAQs:

Everything you need to know about practicing online with me

  • Simply click on any of the booking buttons to book your place.

    You can book workshops individually or book the whole series.

    Once you have booked your place, you’ll receive an email confirmation. A reminder email with the Zoom link with your special curated Workshop playlist and some suggestions on how to make your space extra cosy.

  • No problem.
    I record all of the workshops - and its only me on the recording - and the link to the recording will be sent out via email to all participants that have booked.

    The link will be valid for 4 weeks following the date of the workshop and workshops are also available for purchase during this time.

    You can catch up (or repeat) in your own time and maybe even create your own mini-retreat at home.

  • This is the beauty of an at home practice - No.

    Use whatever you have, in the space that you are comfortable in.

    Use whatever is available to you - cushions, pillows, blankets, fleecy throws, books, dressing gown belts - all make fabulous props for yin.

    And no need to worry about your household noise, you’ll be on mute, so as long as you’re comfortable and can relax, thats all that matters.

    And if you want to have your camera off, practice in your pyjamas or in bed, have at it.

    And you can create the space that YOU are comfortable in, just the right temperature, scented candles, incense, essential oils in the diffuser - you can create your own ‘Yin Nest’ and settle in.

    And don’t forget your notebook or journal and pen too.

  • I’ll give you the prompts and type them into the chat, then give you the space to ponder and write whatever comes up for you.

    I’ll encourage this to be stream of consciousness writing without focusing on grammar, spelling or punctuation. This is not a work of literary genius for future publication.

    The journaling process allows your thinking mind space and freedom to slow down and work through what very often feels like a busy jumble. Its a bit like downloading thoughts onto paper.

    Its very often a work in progress and during our time together in the workshop, we have just a short time. You’ll likely find that you may want to re-visit some of the prompts and add to them.

    And most importantly, this is YOUR private writing. You get to decide if and who you chose to share it with. You won’t be expected, or even asked to share anything during the workshop.

    At the end of the Workshop, I’ll switch off the recording and any comments or questions are welcome but these remain private.

  • Ooh yes.

    These workshops make wonderful gifts, especially for those people that are difficult to buy for.

    Combined with a beautiful journal and pen, perhaps a scented candle, the 2 December workshops especially make beautiful gifts.

  • So Yin yoga is quite unlike other styles of yoga.

    It has elements of a restorative practice, but is not Restorative yoga.

    Nor is it dynamic. We stay in the shapes, that are quite simple, for between 3-5 minutes.

    And although you’ll always be supported by a plethora of props, the intention is to feel a sensation of stretch or tension in the connective tissues that do not rely on engagement of muscles to keep you in the shape.

    My teacher has often referred to Yin as a gateway drug to meditation, as the time spent in a shape can provide space for the mind to wander (& wonder) on possibilities.

    It is a great practice for those seeking a deep tissue stretch, and almost all yin shapes are floor based, so its an ideal opportunity to take a load off. It will compliment an active practice or sports perfectly.

    Speak to me if you do have any special conditions, or if you’re recovering from injury or recent surgery. Most Yin shapes can be adapted and if I know in advance, I can guide you into

  • So Yin yoga is quite unlike other styles of yoga.

    It has elements of a restorative practice, but is not Restorative yoga.

    Nor is it dynamic. We stay in the shapes, that are quite simple, for between 3-5 minutes.

    And although you’ll always be supported by a plethora of props, the intention is to feel a sensation of stretch or tension in the connective tissues that do not rely on engagement of muscles to keep you in the shape.

    My teacher has often referred to Yin as a gateway drug to meditation, as the time spent in a shape can provide space for the mind to wander (& wonder) on possibilities.

    It is a great practice for those seeking a deep tissue stretch, and almost all yin shapes are floor based, so its an ideal opportunity to take a load off. It will compliment an active practice or sports perfectly.

    Speak to me if you do have any special conditions, or if you’re recovering from injury or recent surgery. Most Yin shapes can be adapted and if I know in advance, I can guide you and give suggestions for alternative shapes accordingly