For much of my life, I believed I wasn't sporty or particularly physically capable. So learning to stand on my head became about far more than mastering a yoga pose. It challenged the story I had been telling myself about what I could and couldn't do. Sometimes, with the right guidance, a little courage and a bit of persistence, the things that once seemed impossible can become part of who you are.

Many people dream of a free headstand, but fear often gets in the way before strength does. In this blog, I share my thoughts on learning headstand with a wall, why I believe it has a place in our practice, and how letting go of fear is often the biggest step.

Think you need to be super strong or flexible to do a headstand? Think again! In this post, I’m busting the most common myths and sharing why headstands are more about technique, patience and confidence than raw strength or bendiness