Q – I fell out with my girlfriend over the summer. It was a horrible breakup but I am slowly moving on from the affair and the pain it caused me. How can yoga help me release any emotional baggage that we may be holding from the summer months?

H. Taylor, Walsall

A – To release emotional baggage from the summer, practice poses that open the heart and encourage emotional release, such as Camel Pose (Ustrasana) or Chest-Opener variations. Deep twists like Revolved Triangle (Parivrtta Trikonasana) can help cleanse and detoxify, both physically and emotionally. Also, consider incorporating restorative practices, such as Viparita Karani (Legs Up the Wall), to ease any accumulated tension. Meditation with a focus on letting go—visualising releasing what no longer serves you—can also help clear emotional clutter and make space for the grounding energy of fall.