December 2019
Winter: The Season of the Water Element
“The mind is like water. When it’s turbulent it’s difficult to see. When it’s calm, everything becomes clear”. – Prasad Mahesh Introduction of the Water element. Water is the most feminine of the…
October 2019
Autumn: The Season of the Metal Element
"Never give a sword to a man who can’t dance." – Confucius Opening up the Metal element Deep in Earth resides metal, the most intriguing of the elements. It represents the entire cooling down phase…
September 2019
Amma and Me
How I first "met" Amma I am living in a 15sqm Japanese shoebox in the suburbs of Tokyo. Everyday I take the train to work from the same platform, in the same carriage, squashed against the same faces…
August 2019
Chinese Medicine & the 5 Elements
The Five Elements The Five Elements, or Five Phases, are aspects of Qi. These are Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. In the poetic language of the Five Elements, health is a harmonious balance of…
July 2019
The 4 Aspects of True Love
(as taught by Thich Naht Than)
According to Buddhism, there are four elements of true love.
1. MAITRI or METTA (Loving-Kindness)
June 2019
Get to know Evia…
A few words about Evia Evia is the second largest island in Greece. Although it has become known as a tourist destination for all seasons within the last years, it is still a relatively well-kept…
May 2019
Finding our True Home – Amma
Amma's teachings and inspirational words in Greece & Cyprus presented by Br. Shubamrita.
Who is Amma?
April 2019
Spring Nettle Magic Potions
There are plants that flourish in Spring and fill the world with beauty, shapes and colors. Others awaken your lower chakras with their seductive fragrance. Mother Earth knows exactly what we need to…
March 2019
Spring Equinox – Ostara – Easter
As we roll with the wheel of the year, a shift of energy is coming through our senses. Flowers start to bloom and new odors rise from the soil... the animals are preparing to have their young... the…
March 2019
Thai Massage Vacanza – A Paradise on Earth
Thai Massage Vacanza offers courses in traditional Thai massage and for the 3rd time is hosting a unique 9-day beginner’s course in traditional Thai Massage (more info about the course here). A large…
February 2019
Vegan Choco Spice Cake
We are heading towards Spring, but it is still cold outside and we still seek comfort in a nice warm tea and why not a sweet treat to bring some heartfelt warmth inside. This cake is not just a…
February 2019
Meet the Craniosacral Rhythm
Craniosacral Rhythm or Primary Respiratory Mechanism (PRM) in the osteopathy universe is the witness of the individual’s vitality. It assesses the state of health of the individual (P.Druell D.O).…