Spanda - the Yoga of Vibration
Clair Yates Clair Yates

Spanda - the Yoga of Vibration

As I write this, it is November in the northern hemisphere. The clocks have gone back, the evenings are drawing in, and the trees are quietly letting go of the last of their leaves. For many people, this slide into the darker months can feel heavy. Energy dips, moods change, and there’s a sense of wanting to turn inwards.

In yoga philosophy, there’s a lesser known concept that speaks to the changing rhythms of life in every season: Spanda.

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Yoga for Pelvic Health
Clair Yates Clair Yates

Yoga for Pelvic Health

A healthy pelvic floor isn’t about tightness — it’s about responsiveness, the ability to release and to engage.

Yoga for pelvic health invites the body to remember its own intelligence — to find stability through fluidity, and grounding through movement.

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Making It Complicated On Purpose
Clair Yates Clair Yates

Making It Complicated On Purpose

Why make movement harder in yoga? This post explores muscle integration, functional movement, and how making yoga asana harder on purpose can lead to a deeper sense of connection and somatic awareness.

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