Practising Yoga is about much more than the postures; the main practice goes on “off the mat” in our daily lives. Our thoughts, interactions with others, and our daily routines can all be integrated into the Yoga practice. Only this …
But where do you get your protein from? A common question asked by those interested in exploring more about the vegan diet. Green mung beans are a perfect example of protein rich food that we can use to create delicious vegan dishes …
When people think of Yoga, they are most likely to think about the postures that we see performed in Yoga classes. However Yoga, as it was originally developed in Ancient India, had much more to do with meditation than it …
A simple, fresh recipe to create your very own vegan spring rolls. You can change up the fillings when making this at home, using more of your favourite vegetables, marinating some tofu or even adding mango slices. Included is smooth and …
This week at the Vagabond Temple, we screened an inspirational documentary about the introduction of a Vipassana Meditation program in one of India’s most notorious prisons. It was incredible to see the transformational effect that the meditation had on both …
The human body is an incredibly sophisticated organism, capable of performing numerous complex tasks simultaneously. However, certain functions can consume such a huge amount of energy that they cause others to slow down: especially digestion of food, and the experience …
Anybody who has attempted to lose weight or lead a healthier lifestyle through dieting will know just how much of a struggle it can be. So often people try one fad diet after another, either failing to stick with it …
In our modern society, when we experience bodily pain or discomfort such a headache or an upset stomach, we often respond by taking a tablet. While this approach certainly works in that the troubling symptoms are reduced, often the underlying …
Mindful and purposeful eating has many advantages for us mentally and physically. In contrast, the consequences of overeating can have severe effects on our physical and mental body. Generally we overeat because we are not dedicated to the act …
Reiki is a energy healing and spiritual system that was re-discovered by Dr. Mikao Usui. The origins for the re-emergence of Reiki lie in the curiosity of one man determined to understand how the ancient healers of the various religions …