Creating a Personal Practice – Sacred Rituals at Home (or in Nature)
As I take a sacred pause and journey north for a few weeks, our beloved Monday night Yin & Sound Healing classes are on hold — but that doesn’t mean your practice needs to stop.
In fact, this moment presents an opportunity to deepen your relationship with yourself.
To come home.
To reconnect inwardly.
To honour your inner world, quietly and intentionally — on a Sunday evening or a sacred Monday night — in your own unique space.
This is your invitation to create your own Personal Practice Ritual — whether it’s in your living room or under the stars.
Why a Personal Practice Matters
A personal practice isn’t just about stretching or breathing — it’s about ritual. It’s about listening to your body, honouring your emotions, and being present with what is.
It’s not always convenient, but it’s always rewarding.
Even just 10–30 minutes of intentional movement, breath, or stillness can completely shift your energy and nervous system. It’s a gift to yourself. A radical act of self-care.
How to Set Up Your Sacred Space at Home
Create a quiet nook that feels like a soft exhale. Here’s how:
Choose a space where you won’t be interrupted. Turn your phone on silent.
Warm up the space. Make sure the room is cozy and you’re comfortable in layers.
Dim the lights or turn them off entirely. Let a candle or salt lamp be your glow.
Light incense or diffuse oils like lavender, eucalyptus, frankincense or sandalwood.
Roll out your mat or lay down a thick rug or blanket.
Bring in something sacred:
A statue of Buddha, a deity, a photo of a loved one, a stone, a flower, or anything that brings you a feeling of peace, grounding, or remembrance.
Music (optional): Choose something instrumental, ambient or mantra-based. Or simply rest in silence.
Suggested Sunday or Monday Practice Flow
You don’t need a complex sequence. What matters most is that you show up with presence.
Here’s a gentle suggestion:
Arrive in stillness – Sit or lie down, hands on heart and belly. Breathe slowly for 3–5 minutes.
Gentle movement – Cat-cow, side stretches, rolling the spine, or slow sun salutations.
Yin poses (hold for 2–5 mins):
Butterfly (hips/inner thighs)
Supported child’s pose (safety, surrender)
Supine twist (release and reset)
Legs up the wall (rest, receive)
Savasana – Lie back, place a cushion over your eyes, wrap yourself in a blanket and receive.
Optional: Journaling or tea ritual – Reflect, sip, stay soft.
Practicing in Nature
Can’t find space indoors? Take your practice to the park, garden, or beach.
Tips:
Go during quiet times (early morning or sunset).
Take headphones if you’d like to follow a guided class.
Bring a mat or towel and insect repellent (nature keeps it real!)
Connect to the elements — the earth under you, the sky above, the breeze on your skin.
Close your eyes and listen to the natural sounds around you. This alone is healing.
From Me to You
While I’m away, I’ll be sharing weekly class recordings that you can follow at your own pace from home or in nature.
This pause is a reminder that your inner teacher is always within you.
You don’t need the perfect studio, playlist, or props — you just need a moment of presence, a willingness to feel, and a soft place to land.
Your personal practice is your sanctuary — a sacred thread connecting you to your truth.
I’ll see you again soon.
Namaste,
Kaja xx
