The Science of Life

Evolution of self, mind and practice through eastern and western science.

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How do we evolve? And can we really change our behaviour? These are two questions you may find yourself asking this month. Evolutionary psychology (one of my fields of University studies) and human Behavioural and social biology look at how genetic is behaviour and how that produces changes to brain structure which effects our perception and ultimately our behaviour within a group. So l’ll be reading from one of my favourite Neurobiologist + primatologist Robert Sapolsky. Providing deeper insights into our behaviour on + off that mat from a genetic perspective combining eastern teachings with western science evolving us into a new, more compassionate presence. @triyogauk #yoga #neuroscience #psychology #biology #mind #anxiety #behavioranalysis #brain

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The universe at work again! Just received an email from my Cognitive Neuroscience lecturer saying he’s decided to leave ‘Vision’ until later in the term and wants to focus on ‘Stress’ 😊. Interesting timing as my workshop coming up @triyogauk in Jan is focusing on aspects of stress from a philosophical, physical and Behavioural perspective. #gratitude #trust

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Come and strengthen your neural pathways and build fortitude in your yoga practice this weekend with me at any or all of the following! 🔬🤓🙏🙌. @triyogauk Chelsea Friday 12.45-2.15pm, Saturday 1.45-3pm, Sunday 10.15-11.45am + 12.15-1.30pm + 3-4.15pm Friday @breezeyoga_ 7-7.15pm #yoga #movement #neuroscience #philosophy #meditation

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'Inspiration has to align with your values before you can find your true purpose.' ~ #scienceyogini #lifecoaching #betruetoyou #psychology #philosophy #fireupyourneurons #womensupportingwomen

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The bottom of picture 2 shows ow your brain lights up and makes you happy with just after 20 minutes of walking. scan by Dr. chuck Hillman of University of Illinois #yourbrainonwalking @triyogauk @birkbeckuni @stanford @cambridgeuniversity @dementiaawareness_ @alzheimers_inspiration #scienceyogini

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Why Walking may just be the thing your brain needs to stay healthy. I have always loved to walk and it was one of my mum's favourite things to do . However, l began to notice a decline in her mood and condition when her original care home started to reduce the frequency in walking their patients. Interestingly enough research has found why walking is so beneficial to brain health and for example those struggling with depression. Walking helps ignite communication between neurons in the brain. A study on older adults by the University of Illinois revealed walking along with other forms of exercise can increase functioning and connectivity between aspects of the frontal, posterior, and temporal areas within the Default network and the Frontal Executive Network which are the two networks central to brain dysfunction in aging. Now every time l put one step in front of the other l'm grateful that l can and remember my mum. #walkforaworldwithoutdementia @alzheimers_inspiration @alzassociation @dementiaawareness_ @cambridgeuniversity @stanford @birkbeckuni @triyogauk #brainscience #health #psychology #eastmeetswest

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A new pathway is not to feared but embraced with faith, trust, hope and surrender. Excited to start at my new University in 3 weeks, new friends, new professors and l can feel that l'm going to have some amazing new experiences in brain and behavioural science.#excited #grateful #newbeginnings #scienceyogini #eastmeetswest #psychology

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After an an amazing gong with the delightful @mark.swan1 . The following mantra re-emerged from the depths of my psych which l think will become my strap line ' A change of direction isn't failure it's evolution' #weekendmantra see you this weekend @triyogauk today 1.45pm Sunday 12.15pm + 3pm . #scienceyogini #eastmeetswest #psychology #brainscience #philosophy

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This is just the beginning 😉Making a start this afternoon on creating a structure for @cambridgeuniversity continuing education programme in Yoga, Science & Philosophy. #excited #neuroanatomy #yoga #philosophy #meditation @triyogauk #neuroscience #psychology #mentalhealth @dechenthurman @jivamuktiyoga @birkbeckuni

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Quick photo shoot for new head shots this afternoon with @juniorvalentine_ #newbeginings

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New Jivamukti class for the Fall starting tonight 6-7.15pm @breezeyoga_ expect chanting, philosophy and a well rounded practice which your brain will thank you for. @jivamuktiyoga #yoga #philosophy

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My 10k walk this morning around Kenley Aerodrome ✈️💪 what can l day once a plane spotter always a plane spotter😉#nurtureinnature

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My journey of teaching yoga and studying brain science and psychology continues this fall. And l'm looking forward to sharing some of these important insights with you through the thread of my public classes @triyogauk @breezeyoga_ . I will only he teaching a limited amount of public classes due to my Coaching schedule + projects with @cambridgeuniversity and my clinical and Neuropsychology studies @birkbeckuni . So let's come together to explore and cultivate a deeper understanding of the brain, mind, heart and body in yoga. #neuroanatomy #liveyourpassion #psychology #coaching #neuroscience #neurophilosophy

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The universe has spoken then in where it wants me to go for the next 3 years course of study in general and clinical psychology 📖 @birkbeckuni it is #excited starting next month. #studentlife 💪🔬🤓👨‍🎓🙅‍♂️ #psychology #neuroscience #philosophy

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New empirical evidence on evolution through using the psychology of language and RFT. My area and style of coaching specifically focuses on using the psychology of language to help people in their personal evolution and revolution. I'm now taking enquiries for the fall period. If your interested in stepping out of your own way and exploring your true purpose get in touch! @cambridgeuniversity @triyogauk @davideagleman @kings_college_london @ucl #language #psychology #mentalhealthwareness #science #eastmeetswest 🤓🔬📖

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Atha yoga anushasanam ~ now this is yoga as l have perceived it in the natural world (PYS 1.1) whether we know it or not it is our subconscious that leads us to yoga. For anyone who has a keen interest and is engaged in a regular practice has come to yoga for the same reason - we're fed up! We've had enough of something in our life , a job, people, addictions or just a sense that there is more to life than what we are currently experiencing. Yoga gives us the ability to witness our reactions to the annoyances that take us away from feeling happy. Atha means "now" emphasising that whatever has gone before will now be different. Shasanam can be interpreted as "set of rules" , a discipline applied to us from the outside in other words what we should do next. Anu means "after" . The importance of this sutra reminds us that yoga is NOT something you DO but it is what flows through you spilling into every corner of you are. And that if we fearless enough to step out of our own way we can find our purpose and joy. @triyogauk @cambridgeuniversity #psychology #philosophy #yogasutras #eastmeetswest #scienceyogini #yoga #neuroscience @davideagleman

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A guru practising his siddhi's superpowers in Bordeaux! @triyogauk @breezeyoga_