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Posts by rachel, Author at Revealing Vajra

  • São Martinho do Porto

    The lasting effects of a retreat

    11th September 2024

    Coming back from what seemed a very relaxing two week holiday somewhere nice and idyllic, finding yourself at the office, thinking: did I go on a holiday this year? Stress levels are up, kids to school, everyone back into the rhytm of daily life and the feeling of bluh arises again… I ...read more

  • Bali Retreat

    How to train your mind

    21st August 2024

    How to train that beautiful monkey mind with meditation? Many people who come to my yoga retreats have never really meditated. The really in italics as most of them have tried the apps or even followed an 8 week MBSR course but then, falling out of practice. For many, the retreat ...read more

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    How do I stop worrying?

    1st July 2024

    It’s safe to say that you might not be human if you don’t worry at all. There’s always some little worry that can play tricks on your mind. Even when you are all relaxed and ‘zen’, there might be a moment of worry at some point during the day. Worry becomes a ...read more

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    Marrakech Yoga Retreat October 2024

    5th June 2024

    Join our Marrakech Yoga Retreat October 2024 Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the exotic and vibrant culture of Morocco with a yoga retreat in Marrakech. Nestled at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, our venue offers the perfect place to truly relax and ...read more

  • Sunset Portugal meditation

    How to make Meditation practical for Business

    5th August 2021

    Introducing meditation in business environments is no longer frowned upon. Which is brilliant as the power of meditation goes way beyond experiencing more peace of mind. It can change the way the entire company is operating, in a more productive way. How is that possible, you ask? In meditation you need to ...read more

  • Rachel Bonkink Seaside meditation

    Meditation to deal with chronic stress

    29th June 2021

    We can be our own worst enemy, I should have done this, said that, I’m such a …. Thinking like this, allowing the negative self-talk and beliefs to take over, has an impact on your overall wellbeing. Moreover, this constellation of negative thoughts can increase your stress levels towards chronic stress ...read more

  • Sao Martinho do Porto Portugal

    How to suffer less: acceptance

    10th May 2021

    Acceptance can be a tricky concept. It doesn't mean leaning back and losing all motivation to change and grow. On the contrary, it is through contentment that we can change. This is why contentment comes before self-discipline in the 10 principles of Yoga, described by Patanjali (the Yamas and ...read more

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    What is the link between Yoga and Meditation?

    1st April 2021

    Why do we talk about Yoga in meditation? What is the link between the two? We’re not doing asana postures when meditating so why do some teachers mention Yoga when teaching meditation? The meaning of Yoga It all depends on your definition of Yoga. The definition of Yoga according to Patanjali, an Indian ...read more

  • Blog Rachel Bonkink Sao Martinho bay

    How to quiet the voices inside your head

    29th March 2021

    If you’re an aspiring writer, a yoga teacher ready for more students. If you have an online business or you are an employee ready for a promotion; the struggle is real. You know that you ‘should’ do certain things to show the world that you are good at what you do, ...read more

  • Sao Martinho do Porto

    Finding my Zen in Portugal

    23rd March 2021

    A while ago, I was a guest on the popular 'Portugal, the simple life-podcast'. If you're even slightly thinking of moving to Portugal, take a look at this website! It has loads of valuable and practical information. Dylan, who's hosting the podcast was interested in my why of moving and ...read more