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Bhumi Yoga Podcast – Episode 9

by Maxi Meissner | Nov 18, 2022 | Bhumi Yoga Podcast, Meditation, Yoga Groningen, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Self-Care

Metta Meditation A mindfulness practice for the heart. Bhumi Yoga Talks - Episode 9: Metta MeditationFor a lot of people this time of year can feel extremely busy and like we are constantly in a rush. Is that you, too? It seems that still a lot “has to get...

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Dr. Maxi Meißner
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Maxi Meissner PhD - Ashtanga Mysore Yoga & Coaching Groningen
Cleaning and closing up after a great weekend shar Cleaning and closing up after a great weekend sharing about the magic of the breath. Thanks everyone who joined! Your enthusiasm, observation and questions filled my heart! Now off to share quality time with my little boy. Enjoy your Sunday, xx Maxi #dankbar #yogaroningen #yogalesgroningen #ademinademuit #stressfree #groningeninbeeld #provinciegroningen #
Did you ever hear someone say that Ashtanga Yoga i Did you ever hear someone say that Ashtanga Yoga is restrictive or dogmatic? Oh boy, I've heard people say this sooo many times. Truth is, IT IS PEOPLE who can be restrictive or dogmatic. For example, you can have a dogmatic teacher or be a dogmatic student. But the practice in itself is not dogmatic. Practice is a tool that you use wisely or misuse (which sadly happens - but this also brings a lotta insights! In hindsight..). So, what is my teaching like at Bhumi Yoga? My approach aims to enhance your self-inquiry rather than you just following instructions. My aim is to teach my students how to take care of their practice responsibly in a sustainable way. Herein, I don't push my students to come every day but encourage them to figure out for themselves how this fits into their very own life situation, and what is feasible for them. I teach my students to practice in a way that it inspires and benefits their life, instead of bringing overwhelm. Little steps… I let my students use props if they are needed. Herein I also educate them about why and how to use them. I teach my students different expressions of an asana as appropriate for someone. We are all different, let's honor that. Everyone can be focused on their own process and breathe. I don't keep my students stuck in poses forever (years), because they "cannot bind in Mari D". And my students don't have to repeat kapo 5 times every day. My students still have their important life obligations and family to take care of after practice. This is daily life. Not a retreat. I work with my students to help them create a practice of self-care and compassion, guiding them to find a sustainable practice intensity and better relation with themselves. ⬇️What's the first thing that comes to mind when you hear about Ashtanga Yoga? xx, Maxi Soon I tackle how dogma / restrictive behavior can also present on the student's side (hello, is that you, perhaps? It was me back in the day👋🏽…) #ashtangayoga #dailypractice #ashtangalover #yogaclass #groningen #yogagroningen #yogales #yogaoefening #yogavooriedereen
Earlier today, I spotted a cute kabouter close to Earlier today, I spotted a cute kabouter close to my house. Folks, I just can’t wait to be back teaching on Thursday, after more than a week sick at home... Tomorrow Jonah and I will enjoy some play time outside, and mom will start a little gentle movement again 🤩 Also, I’m happy to be teaching my Ashtanga Workshop this weekend. Great, if I see you there! It starts Friday evening with pranayama, a 60 min Asana practice and a discussion. Have a great midweek, xx Maxi in Kabouterland (We actually sing THE song about kabouter spillebeen here a lot🙌. Anyone else know it? Jonah is a fan - me too😉. As I didn’t grow up with Dutch children songs, I picked it from my guys singing animatedly together🤘. Guess what my favorite part of the song is?) #ashtangayoga #yogalesgroningen #groningenstad #yogagroningen #provinciegroningen
For a lot of people this time of year feels extrem For a lot of people this time of year feels extremely busy and like we are constantly in a rush. Is that you? It seems that still a lot "has to get done" before the year comes to an end. There are also various festivities coming up (which can be challenging for some). And some of you may be also be faced with unrealistic expectations and limitations. We may all feel this business in one way or another these days. This urge to do, rather than to be. When we are in a rush trying to get somewhere or achieve something, we often loose connection with our body, with our dear ones and with what really matters to us. In this episode of the Bhumi Yoga talks I am sharing a metta meditation. An opportunity for you to cultivate spaces of stillness, a space for yourself and a space to grow harmony from the inside so it can also expand outside. Metta, or loving kindness meditation, is a mindfulness practice for the heart: A beautiful way to cultivate feelings of compassion and love for self, others and ultimately all beings. ➡️ Listen to this meditation through Bhumi Talks link in bio. Enjoy! And save this post for later. #mettameditation #dailypractice #ashtangalover #yogagroningen #rustinjehoofd #focusverbeteren #yogavoorbeginners #yogalesgroningen #groningeninbeeld #groningen #dutchyogis
Bert @bert.oosting joined my 6 months Ashtanga Int Bert @bert.oosting joined my 6 months Ashtanga Intensive for Ashtanga Intensive this year. Bert signed up as he wanted to: 1. Gain more in depth understanding about the principles and philosophy of Ashtanga Yoga better 2. "Experience and learn more techniques when it comes to breathing, kriya's etc." as he said 3. Share learning and experiences, and fun with fellow practitioners Bert about his experiences with my intensive: "After 6 sessions I can happily say I was rewarded on all of the reasons to sign up. I have learned much more about the backgrounds of Ashtanga yoga and where things come from. It's even more clearly a way of life to me now instead of just the physical practice I started with over 2 years ago. (Also makes you aware of where you are and that you are never done learning). I also learned and practiced a whole new set of techniques and experienced some positive effects of breathing, kriya's and chanting. The enthusiasm that Maxi is showing in sharing her knowledge and experience is adding to the great atmosphere during the sessions. She conveys the message very well and flexible with the program where needed. The friendly group of participants were very open in sharing their experiences and thoughts and that helps in overcoming your personal challenges. The good thing about the intensive is that it is spread out over 6 months of time which allows for practicing and integrating the things you learn and to come back the next time with more questions. If you are a Ashtanga practitioner I can definitely recommend attending one of the next Yoga intensive editions in the future." Thank you Bert, it was great to have you at this year's intensive!! 📣My next 6 month Ashtanga Intensive starts 14/1/2023 More info 👉🏼see the next slides ✔️Read more, full program & sign-in 👉🏼link in bio #8limbs #8limbsyoga #yoganoord #groningencity #mysorestylegroningen #mysorestylepractice #ashtangalove #alwayslearning #yogagroningen #yoganederland #ashtangacommunity #dailyyoga
Creating better core awareness and stability for h Creating better core awareness and stability for headstand✨🔥🙏🏽 Here is a snippet of our Ashtanga Mysore Yoga practice, also showing how personal our teaching is. In this video I am helping Sofie cultivate better core awareness and strength which is much needed for the headstand.  Sadly a lot of yoga practitioners are not taught how to enter, exist and be in headstand in a safe way. Jumping or hopping up of the legs is common which is going into a situation (the situation here: the headstand) in a pretty unstable manner, putting unnecessary pressure on the neck, arching in the lower back, a sort of “I am in here with momentum but now what?” - not really fostering inner stability but overwhelm and unease. Here, I am teaching Sofie a drill that really helps yoga practitioners to feel safe and engaged when shifting their weight being in an upside-down position, creating internal strength, stability and trust. Do you also want personalized guidance in your yoga practice? 👌🏼Follow me and also come join us at our beautiful yoga school! 👌🏼We welcome total beginners as well as more seasoned yogis. #ashtangayoga #mysore #yogatips #dailypractice #ashtangalover #yogaclass #groningen #yogagroningen #yogales #yogaoefening #yogavoorbeginners
IT'S A SPECIAL DAY TODAY: I TREAT. Only today & IT'S A SPECIAL DAY TODAY: I TREAT. Only today & tomorrow you instantly receive 20% off when you either get: ✨A “One Month Mysore Yoga Trial (for newcomers to our school)”. It allows you to join us for unlimited morning class for 1 month for €79 instead of €99. Ever wanted to try us, now is your time!🤩 ✨My “Restorative Reset - Power through Stillness” 3 sessions online on-demand course. This special Restorative Yoga self-care program is really for everyone who feels tired or exhausted.€39 vs. €49 Get this sale ➡️ Head to the link in bio & enjoy practice! Why this sale? It's not my birthday but four years ago today I had an accident with my mom's car. At the time I was often going back and forth between a week or two teaching in our shala and then going to my parents at the German/Polish border. My mom was in and out of the hospital, she knew she did not have much time left. I fell asleep while driving on the German Autobahn, about 50 km from reaching my mom in the hospital. I remember waking up bouncing from one street barrier to the next, and a big smash. The car a total loss but luckily -besides the shock- I was fine, unscratched, no other cars hit me and someone stopped to help me. Later, when I arrived in the hospital she exclaimed "Maxi! You’re here on your birthday!". But then she really saw me and said "What happened to you?". I told her about the accident. She just hugged me tight telling me how happy she is I’m well, and that indeed we should celebrate “my birthday” now. This was the last big hug I got from her, a special moment. My mom passed 6 days later with all of us at her side in her home. I know many of you struggle with life situations, changes, stress and possibly your own outdated beliefs, to make it easier for you to find peace, steadiness and calm…this sale! In case of any questions regarding this sale, just let me know! #yogagroningen #rustinjehoofd #yogavoorbeginners #groningeninbeeld #groningen #relaxgroningen #restorativeyoga #yogasale #050
Throughout the last 13 years I had the pleasure to Throughout the last 13 years I had the pleasure to guide and observe many yoga practitioners. One of my biggest priorities when teaching yoga is to guide practitioners to better connect to their breath. So many students of yoga don’t really connect to their breath - and that is sad, the magic and depth of the yoga practice gets lost. The breath just is the most fundamental aspect of yoga practice. The breath is so simple. Yet, it can seem so complex and hard to connect to. We breathe every moment of our lives. Yet, most of us are hardly ever aware of our breath and never tap into the power it holds to support us. There is tremendous power and magic in your breath: * To balance your nervous system towards more harmony * To help you gain clarity * To release mental and physical strain The breath connects body, mind and spirit. If we know how to use our breath efficiently and well, the breath can be a true ally of support and a space maker inside and out, on and off the mat.  Yet even for yoga practitioners, few really access this magic and practice stays with too much effort and strain.  Good news: All of us can learn how to better befriend, connect and use our breath and thereby come into a better connection and harmony with ourselves and the world around us. I put together this special workshopto help you understand in your body (by doing and experiencing) and also in your mind (by experiential theory and lighthearted philosophy): •What the breath can do for you on and off your mat •The physiology and energetics of your breath and subtle body •Ways to better attune to your breath •Specific breathing exercises for system to get towards a harmonious state * How to use to breath in your yoga practice and during specific groups of asanas A few spaces are still available. Join us! ➡️Sign up through link in bio #ashtangayoga #ashtangalover #yogagroningen #ademinademuit #focusverbeteren #yogatraining  #groningeninbeeld #groningen  #subtlebody #ashtangini #prana #yoganoord #yoganederland
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