Dancing with depresison

In this blog I explore why autumn is the perfect time to stop fighting your sadness, and instead, learn to dance with it.

Ideas, Happiness, InsightMelanie SkinnerOctober 23, 2018Mel Skinner Yogadepression, autumn, mental health, cycles, nature, yoga, slowing down, self-inquiry, sensation, self care, asking for help, advice, change, seasonsComment

The science, art and wonder of charting the menstrual cycle

Discover why and how to chart your menstrual cycle.

Ideas, Menstruation, MoonMelanie SkinnerSeptember 7, 2018Mel Skinner Yogamenstrual cycle, menstruality, women's health, women's bodiesComment

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A short consideration into why asking for help can be so hard

The joys of sleep (and how to get more)

A short look at the benefits of sleep, and how to improve the quality and quantity of yours.

Ideas, HappinessMelanie SkinnerJune 12, 2018Mel Skinner Yogasleep, joy, yoga nidra, rest, renewal, relaxationComment

Five tips for your best yoga nidra practice (ever)

Five ways to maximise your relaxation time.

Ideas, Insight, InspirationMelanie SkinnerMay 26, 2018Mel Skinner Yogayoga nidra, rest is radical, top tips, advice, rest, slowing down, yoga, practiceComment

Lift your spirirts

A simple and short meditation to bring a sense of lightness into the heart.

Ideas, Happiness, InspirationMelanie SkinnerApril 29, 2018Mel Skinner Yogameditation, smiling, happiness, love Comment

Cyclical Success

The menstrual cycle offers women a practical and resourceful way to find success in all aspects of their life if only we understand the ebb and flow of our energies and moods.

Ideas, Insight, InspirationMelanie SkinnerApril 15, 2018Mel Skinner Yogamenstrual cycle, mental health, menstruality, menstruation, cycles, women's bodies, women, women's health, health, healingComment

Let go of your pride this full moon

Use the full moon energy in Leo to let go of your pride, and find true contentment

Inspiration, Ideas, HealingMelanie SkinnerJanuary 30, 2018Mel Skinner Yogamoon, full moon, pride, journal, self-inquiry, leo, full moon leoComment

How to: start a gratitude journal

Three simple starts to start a gratitude journal that actually brings more love and joy into your life.

Creativity, Happiness, Ideas, InspirationMelanie SkinnerDecember 17, 2017Mel Skinner Yogajournal, joy, gratitude, affirmations, habit, practice, positive thinking, positivity, love, compassion, self care Comments

How to: have a new moon ritual

How to have a new moon ritual - for busy people!

Creativity, Ideas, InspirationMelanie SkinnerOctober 18, 2017Mel Skinner Yogamoon, new moon, ritual, manifesting, wishesComment

The How To Guide for busy people: have a full moon ritual

The How To Guide for busy people: with a full moon coming up this Thursday, follow this guide for a simple yet effective way to connect with the lunar cycle.