Restorative Yoga

Caffeine fuelled over-drive, caught in doing, doing, no end to the list, no end to desires pumped by multi-media stimuli morning till night.

For me, Restorative Yoga, which can be just sitting and observing normal breathing, is a helpful way to manage the emotional roller coaster of our lives.

Restorative Yoga is an aspect of Iyengar Yoga that focuses on the therapeutic benefits of yoga postures, Asanas.

Equipment, like bolsters, blankets, and belts are often used to enable the person to go more deeply into the posture as a mind body experience. Postures are held for a longer period of time, normally 5- 10 minutes.

This staying in a posture enables the ‘doing’ part of the mind to settle and the ‘being’ part of the mind to surface. This receptive ‘being’ mode of observation and awareness is profoundly healing. It can help to boost the immune system, improve sleep, and reduce anxiety and stress.
In a wide range of Asanas, parts of the body are elevated, compressed, extended and relaxed which cleanse the organs, strenghtening the digestive, hormonal and nervous system. Through the precise and skilled practice of Asana the mind quietens and the body heals itself.
Sarra  creates a supportive space for people to find peace and rest from the frantic activities of their daily lives. Each person is encouraged to practice with acceptance and compassion towards themselves and each other

I run monthly workshops at Yoga Mama's studio in Brighton. www,yogabody.org.uk