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Seeing the World Differently—What Headstands Teach You About Life
Going upside down isn’t just a yoga pose – it’s a journey in trust, resilience, and seeing the world – and yourself – in a whole new way.

Atsuko
Aug 22, 20252 min read


Flexibility Without Strength? Here’s Why That’s a Problem
Many people think yoga is all about being flexible. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard people say, “I can’t do yoga because I...

Atsuko
Jun 8, 20252 min read


Yoga Beyond Walls: Embracing Nature in Your Practice
I have been a yoga teacher and practitioner for nearly three decades, but only last year I discovered the joy of yoga outside. The reason...

Atsuko
May 5, 20252 min read


Why Do People Let Their Yoga Practice Slip (or Give Up Altogether)?
Let’s face it—most of us have dropped off our yoga practice at some point. Life gets in the way, motivation dips, or something just...

Atsuko
Apr 25, 20252 min read


Too Busy, Too Stiff, Too Tired? Why Yoga Is STILL for You
Over the years of teaching, I’ve heard countless reasons why people don’t start yoga—even when they know it could do them a world of...

Atsuko
Mar 13, 20252 min read


Why You Should Never Skip Savasana, Final Relaxation: The Bliss of Stillness
I remember what a friend of mine told me when she started teaching yoga. She taught a gentle, relaxing class, and when it came to the end...

Atsuko
Sep 20, 20242 min read


Commit to Yoga: The Importance of Consistency on the Mat
Commit to your yoga
practice and reap the benefits!

Atsuko
Aug 16, 20242 min read


Is My New Teacher Wrong?
“Let’s start the class with mountain pose. Stand with your feet together….” You might be thinking, “Hang on! I was taught to keep my feet...

Atsuko
Aug 2, 20242 min read


Yoga Sangha : Why Being Early to Yoga Class Matters
What is the hidden benefit of getting to your class on time and hanging around afterwards?

Atsuko
Jul 19, 20242 min read


From Fear to Freedom: Headstand As a Path to Inner Strength
Is headstand part of your practice? Have you tried it? Or do you think you will never achieve this? In his book Light on Yoga, B.K.S....

Atsuko
Jun 28, 20243 min read


Establishing Your Yoga Sanctuary: The Importance of Personal Practice
Most of the classes I teach are general-level physical yoga with a mixture of styles, but when I practise at home, I always practise...

Atsuko
Jun 14, 20242 min read


Early Asanas, Lasting Impact: Embracing the Physical Perks of Morning Yoga
In 2020, during the lockdown, I unexpectedly launched my online morning yoga class. Initially, I had no plans to teach yoga online—partly...

Atsuko
Feb 9, 20243 min read


Online Yoga
I didn’t take it very well when the lockdown was coming our way. Like many people who are self-employed, I get zero penny if I don’t go...
Atsuko
Apr 15, 20203 min read


Yoga Playlist
In the mid-1990’s when I used to go to many many yoga classes and retreats, I had never attended even a single class with background...
Atsuko
Feb 15, 20202 min read
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