WEAVING MINDFULNESS AND COMPASSION INTO YOGA TEACHING
A HANDBOOK FOR TEACHERS AND TRAINEES
By ANNA TAYLOR
Taylor’s latest addition to the Yoga Teaching Guides series shines a spotlight on two qualities often overlooked in yoga instruction: mindfulness and compassion. Rather than focusing solely on physical alignment and technique, this handbook invites teachers to embrace presence, empathy, and a person-centred approach. Taylor emphasises how cultivating self-awareness allows teachers not only to connect more deeply with themselves but also to create supportive, inclusive spaces for students to adapt their practice to individual needs. The book is structured with reflection points, accessible insights, and practical exercises that encourage inner exploration and compassionate engagement. Ideal for both trainees and seasoned practitioners, it’s a reminder that teaching yoga is as much about the heart as it is about the body.
Available from
uk.singingdragon.com at £19.99
Spirit Worlds (The Library of Esoterica)
TASCHEN’s Spirit Worlds is the sixth volume in its acclaimed Library of Esoterica, exploring humanity’s enduring fascination with death, rebirth, and the afterlife. At more than 500 pages, this visually rich book features over 400 images—from prehistoric cave paintings to contemporary visionary art—paired with essays and interviews from scholars and practitioners. It examines global rituals of death, sacred temples, séances, oracles, and mythological figures such as Charon, Anubis, and Quetzalcoatl. Alongside artworks by Goya, Klimt and Carrington are modern cultural references, including Florence + The Machine and Ridley Scott. Like the previous volumes on Tarot, Astrology and Witchcraft, this book is part encyclopaedia, part gallery, and wholly mesmerising. A must-have for those curious about the mysteries of existence and art’s role in expressing them.
Available from taschen.com at £30
TRAUMA TO TRIUMPH
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION
By Lekan Alli-Balogun
Alli-Balogun addresses what he believes is today’s greatest crisis: mindset. Drawing on his personal journey of transformation and his popular 6 Figure Mindset YouTube series, he introduces the Transforming Your Psyche (TYP) method—an approach that blends personal growth with professional success. Through conversations with high-achievers including Esther Ayorinde-Iyamu and Morin Oluwole, Alli-Balogun showcases how a pivotal shift in thinking can change lives. The book balances powerful testimonies with practical strategies, offering tools for readers struggling with anxiety, limiting beliefs, or generational trauma. Both inspiring and pragmatic, it presents mindset change as the foundation for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. For anyone seeking clarity and empowerment, Trauma to Triumph is a clear, compassionate guide to designing the life you truly deserve.
Stockists: Barnes & Noble (US), Waterstones, Amazon
NutraTea Ashwagandha & Yerba Mate Herbal Blends
NutraTea’s award-winning wellness teas are expanding with two new blends that balance ancient wisdom and modern needs. Moringa Leaf & Ashwagandha is a calming, hormone-supportive infusion celebrated for its stress-reducing and sleep-enhancing qualities. Yerba Mate & Gotu Kola, on the other hand, delivers smooth, jitter-free energy and mental clarity—an invigorating alternative to coffee or energy drinks. Both are vegan, plastic-free, and sustainably packaged, with each tea bag designed for reuse two to three times. With herbal teas enjoying a surge in popularity, these blends speak to consumers seeking natural solutions without additives or fillers. From TikTok trends to Ayurvedic traditions, NutraTea continues to fuse therapeutic botanicals with convenience and flavour. Whether you’re winding down or gearing up, these functional teas support balance, focus, and everyday vitality.
Available at nutratea.co.uk at £5.99
A. Vogel Passiflora Complex RELAX Spray
Stress is near-universal, with Mental Health UK reporting that over 90% of
people experienced it in 2024. A.Vogel’s Passiflora Complex RELAX Spray
provides a gentle, natural way to unwind. Combining passion flower, lemon
balm, and zinc, this formula supports relaxation, normal cognitive function,
and emotional balance. Flavoured with star anise and vanilla, it’s pleasant
and convenient—perfect for keeping in your pocket for on-the-go relief.
Suitable for adults and children over 12, it’s also vegan, sugar-free, alcohol
free, and non-addictive. The easy spray format is especially appealing to
those who dislike tablets, while parents will welcome a calming option for
anxious teens. Whether dealing with day-to-day stress or seeking more
restorative downtime, this soothing herbal remedy offers calm in a bottle,
rooted in trusted natural medicine.
Available from avogel.co.uk at £13.99
Parimul Triple Black Shilajit Himalayan Gummies
Parimul has long been a trusted pioneer in bringing Shilajit to the mainstream, and its new Triple Black Himalayan Gummies mark an innovative leap. Blending Shilajit with Black Maca and Black Seed Oil, these vegan gummies deliver a powerful trio designed to boost energy, endurance, hormonal balance, and immunity. Unlike capsules or powders, they’re tasty, chewable, and easy to integrate into daily life. What sets Parimul apart is its commitment to transparency, sustainability, and customer-first values, ensuring natural, responsibly sourced products. For those seeking to harness primal strength and vitality, these gummies are a convenient and enjoyable solution. They embody the brand’s philosophy of unlocking primitive energy through nature’s most potent ingredients—empowerment in every bite. With 30 gummies per pack, wellness has never tasted better.
Available from parimul.co.uk at £22.99
HIRO – ESSENTIAL WOMAN + COLLAGEN
HIRO’s Essential Woman + Collagen is more than a supplement— it’s a complete daily superblend designed to support women’s health at every stage of life. Formulated with collagen, vitamins, adaptogens, prebiotics and probiotics, it targets skin, mood, hormones, energy, digestion, and immunity in one convenient mix. Ashwagandha, inositol, and vitamin B6 aid hormonal balance, while ginger, beetroot, and cranberry offer menstrual comfort and circulation support. High-quality collagen peptides and biotin nourish hair, skin, and nails, while digestive enzymes and probiotics reduce bloating and improve gut health. With additional B vitamins and iron, it also combats fatigue—ideal for busy lives or monthly dips in energy. This holistic formulation, blending science with tradition, is tailored to modern women seeking vitality and balance.
Available from dailyhiro.com
AKT THE DEODORANT BALM SC.04 – MINT, POMELO, TOMATO VINE
Created by West End performers, AKT’s Deodorant Balm is revolutionising sweat protection with natural efficacy and style. SC.04 “Halcyon Summers” combines mint, zesty pomelo, and aromatic tomato vine for a refreshing, green scent perfect for warmer months. Unlike standard deodorants, this balm can be applied anywhere— underarms, chest, back, or thighs—thanks to AKT’s DEO BARRIER COMPLEX™, which transforms from a cream into an invisible powder. Clinically proven to reduce odour by up to 94%, it absorbs perspiration while nourishing skin without blocking pores. Packaged sustainably in aluminium tubes, it’s vegan, cruelty-free, and plastic-free. With over 1,500 five-star reviews and recognition from Stylist Beauty Awards, it’s already a cult favourite. For natural, high-performance freshness on the go, this balm delivers confidence without compromise.
Available from aktlondon.com at £21
