Saying goodbye to the peacocks after our Yoga Teacher Training at the Cortijo Casería del Mercado, Sierra Nevada, South Spain

-
Did you know that peacocks are very social animals? The really like company!

Our dining area outside on the terrace has a wide view over the garden and the mountains on the other side of the valley. We often sit there at the table under the roof of grapevines till late at night, laughing and chatting. As early as our first night, I noticed two little baby peacocks on the railing behid the table, all snuggeld up. I found them super sweet, just sitting there enjoying our company and joining us for a comfy night. From that day on, not a single night has passed without them watching the red-purple-orange sunset above the mountains and enjoying our conversations. It’s a beautiful picture and they are beautiful beings.

 


When I lie by the pool, writing blog entries or listening to music they also come and keep me company (as right now in this very moment!) 





They just appear suddenly out of the bushes, lie down beside you, bask in the sun or pick some grass. Sometimes, they also come up the stairs in our apartment, because they just enjoy company so much. It’s beautiful to watch them.

 



 


I found a few peacock feathers which I will keep as souvenirs. They will always remind me of this wonderful place and my time here.




It's hard to believe that my time here is already over! Today was the last day of the Yoga teacher training and everyone is going their own path again. I'm heading to Granada.

 I met lovely people and learned a lot. The students are all transformed into really good Yoga teachers and we had wonderful chanting sessions and great times together!

 If anyone's interested in a really professional Yoga teacher training and a life changing experience, this is the place to go:

https://inspirayoga.com/











Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Fredericks story

-
Image
Every morning, my alarm clock goes off at 5:45 am. Each time, I feel very tired and wonder why I am doing this to myself. My morning routine consists of a quick shower and brushing my teeth before I leave the apartment. On my way to the Yoga Shala I am absolutely amazed by the wonderful starry sky. The lesson begins at 6.30am. Nobody is allowed to speak, so we all sit silently in a circle, crossed-legged on blankets. Candles in the center of our circle shed the only light in the room and it smells nice like incense sticks. Every day one of the students begins the lesson with a daily ritual. With the sound of a singing bowl, they start to read a short story, poem or other inspiring words for the day. After, Steve the teacher takes over to lead the Prana Yama practise and meditation.   One time, Kristina, a German student read a story which I found so cute and inspiring, that I would like to share it on my blog. It’s the story of Frederick, the little mouse which is a
read more

Niyamas - the five ethical guidelines or "DO"s in Yoga

-
Image
The Niyamas are the second of the eight limbs of Yoga . In the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali , they are described right after the Yamas . Whereas Yamas are rules what a Yoga practitioner should not do towards others and oneself, the Niyamas describe what one should do. They also have to be practised on a mental level to improve ones clarity and inner peace of mind. The Niyamas are 1. Saucha 2. Santosa 3. Tapah 4. Svadhyaya 5. Isvara Pranidana SAUCHA Saucha is the first Niyama and it means cleanliness or purity.  A clean body and mind keep you physically and mentally healthy. When you are free from physical disturbances and mental worries, you can successfully focus on your goals and needs. But what does purity of body and mind mean practically? How can we achieve it? Let's start with the outer appearance . First of all, purity means we should regularly have showers, wash hands, brush teeth, change clothes and maintain our daily hygiene. You can also start using a tongue
read more

The eight limbs of Yoga - a quick overview

-
Image
Maharichi Patanjali wrote the Yoga Sutras and summarized all practical knowledge for a yogic life.  He divided Yoga into eight steps with Samadhi, enlightenment and liberation as the highest goals.  Samadhi is a state of mind where you are in total inner peace, completely detached from all worldly and where nothing can harm you anymore. Liberation means being released of the endless cycle of rebirth and painful lives. The eight steps or limbs of Yoga are 1. Yamas 2. Niyamas 3. Asanas 4. Prana Yamas 5. Pratyahara 6. Dharana 7. Dhyana 8. Samadhi You can work on those steps simultaneously and they are linked to each other, that is why they are also called limbs of Yoga, like the limbs of a body. Step 1-4 are the basics. Yamas and Niyamas are principles for your social behaviour and your mindset. They make us a lot more aware of our thoughts, words and actions so that we can work on our selves and become better versions of ourselves. Additionally, they have gr
read more