Yoga Retreat: 4 Months, 4 Reasons

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It is just four months till the Yoga Holiday With Paul retreat in the Algarve on 21 June – 28 June  2019. June seems like a long ways away, but that time will fly.

A lot will happen in our busy lives between now and then, so I just want to take a moment to focus on four reasons why dedicating a week to yourself and your practice is so critical. It will truly change your life.

Time to reflect

Despite our best intentions it is almost impossible to switch off and disconnect in our daily lives. There is always something to do, an app to look at, an email to answer. Yoga Holiday With Paul creates space for deep reflection.

Time to practice

Needless to say, we do a lot of yoga. Some students come not sure if they are strong enough to do multiple yoga sessions in a short period of time. What they find though, is that yoga itself is energising. Much of what we experience as tiredness in the studio is what we’ve dragged in from our busy lives outside. When we dedicate the time to yoga, it invigorates and strengthens us.

Time to connect

Have you noticed how hard it is to connect with new people? Everyone is running a hundred different directions, loaded up with responsibilities and worries. Yoga Holiday With Paul is a space where students have time to relax and get to know each other. Humans are social animals. We want to befriend, and be friends. This is a wonderful opportunity to tap back into that basic desire and form great new friendships.

Time to play

We often take ourselves too seriously and even feel guilty if we’re not totally focused all the time. On our yoga retreat, we let go of these expectations and make the time to play. We do yoga with music, we dance, we go to the beach, explore the town, hang out by the pool. Basically, we give ourselves permission to have fun and experience the world in a free, spontaneous playful way. You’ll be amazed how it lightens your spirit!

To reserve your place or for more information: YogaHolidayWithPaul@gmail.com

 

 

It’s Yoga Holiday Time!

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Today is the day, friends. We’re off to the beautiful Algarve for the annual Yoga Holiday With Paul retreat. Those of you who are with us will be hearing a lot from me over the next few days, leaving you little time to read the blog.

Those of you following along from London, or anywhere else, can dip into the archive to experience the joy and benefits of a yoga retreat right where you are now.

Yoga Holiday Countdown 

Get super(food) powers

If you’re already eating clean you can amp up your diet by adding nutrient-rich superfoods. Eat more of the following

• Vegetables: Spinach, Kale, Broccoli, Beets, Garlic, Cauliflower, Leeks
• Fruits: Blueberries, Strawberries, Watermelon
• Nuts & Seeds: Almonds, Pistachios, Quinoa, Chia
• Herbs & Spices: Green tea, Ginger, Turmeric

What Not to Bring on a Yoga Holiday

Worry

Yoga Holiday With Paul is the ideal time to disconnect from your worries. You probably don’t even realise how much you worry – about work, family, money, friendships, even yoga. Make a conscious decision to put aside worry and focus on being in the present moment. You are enough. You have enough. You are cared for. Let yourself relax.

Yoga Holiday Prep Steps

Meditate (just a little bit)

Making time to meditate when you’re rushing around trying to get everything done before your holiday might seem impossible, but you don’t have to spend half an hour a day in lotus position to get the benefits. Set aside five minutes in the morning or evening (or both, if you can manage) to sit quietly and breath. You don’t have to adopt a particular place or posture, just be still where you are. This will help your mind and body relax, and get you used to switching off from external stress.

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Yoga Holiday With Paul 2016

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I am running two Yoga Holiday With Paul retreats in 2016 and now is a great time to book.

YHWP is fantastic way to develop and deepen your practice, make new friends, reset your eating patterns with delicious wholesome food, and get some essential vitamin D!

The first is 24 June – 1 July in Portugal; the second is 5-12 September in Turkey.

Both retreats include Bikram and Vinyasa flow classes, yoga with music, meditation, terrific catering, social outings, and plenty of free time for beach/pool/sunshine and relaxation. Each year brings together a wonderful group and we leave with a lots of happy memories. Get in touch if you want to join us!

To reserve your place or for more information email: YogaHolidayWithPaul@gmail.com

 

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To reserve your place or for more information email: YogaHolidayWithPaul@gmail.com