Yoga with Hannah

I am gradually adding to my teaching timetable and you can find a series of beginner friendly classes with me in Washington. In 2020 I’ll be adding many more classes to the schedule so make sure to keep a look out! I also have my New Beginnings Yoga and Journalling Workshop at YogaTherapies The Den,…

Festive Yoga and Journalling Workshop

As we’re officially (just) into November, I thought it was time to share with you my upcoming workshop at Wellness Space, Sunderland. Combining all of my favourite things – yoga, writing, sweet treats and the holidays – we’ll be flowing to festive classical music in a vinyasa class suitable for all levels. Then there’ll be…

Books About Yoga!

Whenever I read about yoga I feel as though I’m combining my two favourite things. However, there are so many books about yoga, mindfulness and spirituality that getting started can be overwhelming. I am a trainee yoga teacher and with so much to learn about anatomy as well as postures, pranayama and meditation, I wanted…

Written Meditation for Insomnia

I have suffered from insomnia since I was a child. I have periods of sleeping well and then during times of stress, excitement or sometimes when there is seemingly no reason at all, I will suddenly find it impossible to sleep. I have tried pretty much everything you can think of: melatonin, sleeping tablets, herbal…

Wellbeing and Creativity | On Taking a Break and Not Beating Yourself Up

This week I finally finished part two of my novel. This is the third rewrite of this novel and I had been hoping to finish this draft by Christmas. But. Life got in the way. I’ve had flare ups, problems with medication, work stress and I have been struggling to find my writing mojo. This…

Soulcare Session – Creative Writing and Meditation

I was lucky enough to run a writing workshop for Soulcare Sessions Newcastle last Sunday. I’ve been a fan of the soulcare sessions for month, taking part in a variety of activities from pilates, to flower arranging and learning about essential oils. This time I was running the session and we discussed literature and creative…

For The Days When You Don’t Want To Get Out of Bed | Self care for a bad day

Sometimes we all just feel ugh, whether we have a chronic illness or not. Here I look at the ways in which I am growing more mindful on these not so great days. I’ve been doing really well recently, but I still have my off days. I am definitely recovering more quickly from these blips,…

Everyday Wellbeing | How to keep well in the office

Keeping as fit as possible requires moving plenty and eating well every day. Sometimes this can feel like a challenge, particularly when working in an office and sitting for long periods of time. After working in an office for nine months I have developed some techniques to keep myself well while at work. Some of…

Self Care Essentials

I’ve had a chronic illness since I was eleven. It’s not the most important thing about me, but it has taught me the importance of taking care of myself. A few nights ago accidentally drank too much caffeine and ended up unable to sleep, body aching and wondering how my energy levels would be effected…

Reading Before Bed

Here’s an infographic by Mattress Online about how reading can improve your health and help you sleep.    6 Minutes to Slumber Infographic by Mattress Online. Hope you enjoy reading. Let me know what books you like reading in bed in the comments below. Speak soon, Hannah X