Green Deva

12/01/2026

🌟 New Beginnings: A Fresh Start for Mind, Body and Spirit 🌟

January isn't about punishing yourself back into shape - it's about renewal. This month, we're focusing on what actually matters: grounding yourself, building sustainable strength and clearing out what no longer serves you.

What to expect:
Breathwork that steadies your mind and brings genuine calm. Core-strengthening poses paired with deep stretches to create stability from the inside out. Meditation and relaxation practices that help you release what you've been carrying.
Think of it as a reset - not a boot camp.

Who's it for?
Beginners and intermediate practitioners. If you're curious, you're ready. Newcomers absolutely welcome.

When and where:
🗓️ Tuesdays, 6-7pm – Mayer Hall, Bebington (top floor)
💷 £8 drop-in | £30 for 5 weeks
🗓️ Wednesdays, 7:30pm – Encore Music & Wellness Studio, Hooton (top floor)
💷 £7 drop-in
Free parking at both venues. No need to prebook - just show up. Bring a mat if you have one; we've got spares if you don't.

Bring yourself. Bring a friend. Start fresh.

💚 More yoga inspiration at www.green-deva.com ~ sign up & stay connected

Hello, I'm Mandy, a British Wheel of Yoga qualified teacher, teaching group yoga classes and private one-to-one yoga classes in the Wirral and surrounding areas.

09/01/2026

Building Something That Holds

The idea of "starting strong" in January can feel like pressure you don't need. But finding your footing? That's different. That's useful.

This month isn't about grand transformations. It's about laying groundwork - the kind that actually supports you when things get messy, which they will, because that's how life works.

What we're working on:
Learning to stay steady when everything else isn't. That means breath practices that ground you instead of leaving you more scattered. Movement that builds strength you can feel. Space to get clear on what actually matters to you, not what you think should matter.

This isn't about fixing yourself. You're not broken. It's about giving yourself tools that work when you need them - and practicing enough that they're there when things get hard.

The practical bits:
Classes suit beginners and people with experience. If you're unsure where you fit, you'll figure it out by showing up.
Tuesday 6-7pm – Top floor, Mayer Hall, Bebington
£8 drop-in or 5 weeks for £30 (better value if you're committing to showing up consistently)

No booking needed. Bring yourself, bring a mat if you have one.

07/01/2026

🚀 Just dropped!

The Green Deva's latest blog is live and it explores something I see every day in class: how yoga doesn’t actually stop when you roll up your mat.

It’s about the ripple effects of practicing yoga - like feeling more comfortable in your body, handling life’s curveballs with a bit more ease and finding community without pressure or judgment.

If you’ve ever thought:
• “I’m not flexible enough”
• “I just want to feel calmer in my own skin”
• “I need something that supports me beyond the class itself”
…this one’s for you.

☕ Take a few quiet minutes to read it here:
👉 www.green-deva.com/three-ripple-effects-of-practicing-yoga-beyond-the-mat/

05/01/2026

Green Deva Yogis Getting Back to the Mat

After a few weeks of rest, busyness, and maybe a little too much sitting… it’s time to come back to the mat 🧘‍♀️

Green Deva yoga is back from 6th January 2026, with weekly classes at:
🗓️ Mayer Hall, Bebington (top floor) –Tuesdays, 6-7pm
💷 £8 drop-in | £30 for 5 weeks
🗓️ Encore Music & Wellness Studio, Hooton (top floor) – Wednesdays, 7:30pm
💷 £7 drop-in

Free parking at both venues. No need to prebook - just show up. Bring a mat if you have one; we've got spares if you don't.

January doesn’t have to mean starting over — sometimes it’s just about gently starting again.
See you there!

02/01/2026

“Back to the Mat”

After a few weeks of rest, busyness, and maybe a little too much sitting… it’s time to come back to the mat 🧘‍♀️

Green Deva yoga is back from 6th January 2026, with weekly classes at:
🗓️ Mayer Hall, Bebington (top floor) –Tuesdays, 6-7pm
💷 £8 drop-in | £30 for 5 weeks

🗓️ Encore Music & Wellness Studio, Hooton (top floor) – Wednesdays, 7:30pm
💷 £7 drop-in

Free parking at both venues. No need to prebook - just show up. Bring a mat if you have one; we've got spares if you don't.

January doesn’t have to mean starting over — sometimes it’s just about gently starting again.
See you there!
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01/01/2026

💫Happy New Year Yogis

I’m looking forward to seeing you on the mat in 2026 for:
Another year of breathing together
Another year of growing together
Another year of supporting each other
Another year of remembering that we're all perfectly imperfect humans doing our best

Namaste 🙏
Mandy
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31/12/2025

💚✨ A HEARTFELT THANK YOU ✨💚

As this year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey I've been privileged to share with my fellow yogis.

To each and every one of you:
Thank you for showing up.
Thank you for breathing with me.
Thank you for trusting me to hold space for your practice.
Thank you for your courage, your vulnerability, your dedication.

🙏 It has been an absolute HONOUR to practice with you this year.

Every class, every breath, every moment of stillness or struggle or breakthrough - you've reminded me why I fell in love with yoga in the first place.

You've shown me:
That strength isn't just physical - it's showing up even when you don't feel like it.
That flexibility isn't just in the body - it's adapting when life throws curveballs.
That balance isn't perfection - it's finding your centre again and again. And again.

What I've learned from YOU:
💫 That every body is a yoga body
💫 That practice doesn't have to be perfect to be powerful
💫 That community is medicine
💫 That we heal together, not alone
💫 That the mat is just the beginning - yoga is how we live

🌟 Looking Ahead to 2026:
I'm so excited for what's to come! New practices to explore together. Deeper connections to build.

And to anyone who's been curious about joining us:
The door is always open. Our little yoga community welcomes ALL bodies, ALL levels, ALL backgrounds. You don't need to be flexible, strong, or experienced. You just need to show up as YOU.

Whether you've been with me since day one, or you're just discovering this community now - there's space for you here. Always.

💚 So here's to:
Another year of breathing together
Another year of growing together
Another year of supporting each other
Another year of remembering that we're all perfectly imperfect humans doing our best

Thank you for being part of this beautiful journey.
You make teaching yoga not just a job, but a JOY.
From the bottom of my heart - thank you. I'm so grateful for each and every one of you. 🙏

See you on the mat in 2026! 💫
With love and gratitude,
Mandy
Namaste 🕉️✨

25/12/2025

🎄✨ MERRY CHRISTMAS, BEAUTIFUL BEINGS ✨🎄

However you're celebrating today - surrounded by family, peacefully solo, working or somewhere in between - here's your reminder from the yoga mat:

Your PRESENCE is the greatest PRESENT.

Before the day sweeps you away, pause for just this moment:

Place one hand on your heart. Take three slow breaths.
With each breath, whisper:
💚 Thank you for this day
💚 Thank you for this body
💚 Thank you for this life

🎁 Remember Today:
The burnt potatoes don't matter.
The "perfect" Instagram Christmas doesn't exist.
Connection matters more than perfection.
Your presence matters more than presents.

If today gets overwhelming, give yourself permission to:
• Take one conscious breath
• Step outside for two minutes
• Say no when you need to
• Rest without guilt

The season of giving includes giving to YOURSELF - patience, kindness, and grace.

From my heart to yours: May your day be filled with genuine connection,
unexpected joy and moments of deep peace.
Merry Christmas, dear yogis.
Namaste 🙏

24/12/2025

🌟 Taking a Pause, Returning Renewed 🌟

Our mats are rolling up for the festive season. Classes pause for Christmas, giving us all time to rest, reflect and recharge.

We'll be back in the New Year.

Whether you've been with us all year or you're thinking about starting fresh in January, there's a space on the mat with your name on it. Old friends and new faces - you're all welcome.

Sometimes the best gift you can give yourself is permission to begin again.

Classes resume:
🗓️ Tuesday 6th January 2026, 6-7pm – Mayer Hall, Bebington (top floor)
💷 £8 drop-in | £30 for 5 weeks
🗓️ Wednesday 7th January 2026, 7:30pm – Encore Music & Wellness Studio, Hooton (top floor)
💷 £7 drop-in
Free parking. No prebooking needed. Mats available if you need one.

See you in the New Year. Rest well. 🌿

22/12/2025

🎁 DAY 12 OF 12: TWELVE HOURS OF DIGITAL SUNSET

We've arrived at the FINAL gift, and it's a big one:

Give yourself 12 hours without screens.

8pm to 8am. Or whenever works for you.

One day during the holiday season, let your devices REST so you can truly BE PRESENT.

Why this matters:
We're constantly consuming news, social media, messages, emails, photos of everyone else's "perfect" holidays.

It's EXHAUSTING.

Your nervous system needs a break from the constant stimulation, comparison and availability.

What to do instead:
✨ Have actual conversations
✨ Read a physical book
✨ Play board games
✨ Go for a walk - without documenting it
✨ Sit by the fire and just... sit
✨ Write in a journal
✨ Practice any of the other 11 gifts!

This will feel UNCOMFORTABLE at first. You'll reach for your phone habitually.

That's the POINT. Sit with those feelings. They're information.

What you'll discover:
The world keeps turning without your constant monitoring.
The people who matter most are often right in front of you.
Boredom is actually a gateway to creativity.
The most meaningful moments can't be captured in pixels - only experienced.

✨ AND THAT'S ALL 12 DAYS! ✨

You now have 12 tools to navigate the festive season with more PEACE and less PANIC.

You don't have to do all of them. You don't have to do any of them perfectly.
Pick one or two that resonate and EXPERIMENT.

The true gift of yoga isn't fancy poses. It's the ability to stay PRESENT with what is - the messy, beautiful, imperfect reality of being human.

If this series helped you, please SHARE so others can find their way to a more peaceful holiday season too. 💚

May your holidays be merry, mindful, and magnificently imperfect.
Namaste 🙏🎄

21/12/2025

🌑✨ HAPPY WINTER SOLSTICE ✨🌑

Today marks the longest night and the shortest day of the year.

From this moment forward, the light begins to return. Day by day, breath by breath, the darkness recedes.

This isn't just an astronomical event - it's a profound metaphor for our inner lives.

The solstice reminds us:
We need the darkness to appreciate the light.
We need the stillness to hear our own wisdom.
We need the pause to prepare for growth.

🕯️ A WINTER SOLSTICE PRACTICE
Tonight, as darkness falls, light a candle (real or imagined).
Sit quietly and speak this prayer - aloud or in your heart:
"On this darkest night,
I honour the shadows I've carried.
I acknowledge the challenges I've faced.
I bow to the parts of myself I've kept hidden.
And now, as the light begins to return,
I welcome what wants to emerge.
I make space for new growth.
I trust in the turning of seasons - within and without.
May I remember:
After every darkness comes dawn.
After every winter comes spring.
After every ending comes a new beginning.
I release what no longer serves me.
I call in what my soul is ready to receive.
And so it is. "

💫 What to Release, What to Welcome

As you sit with your candle, consider:
What am I ready to leave behind as the light returns?
(Fear? Old patterns? Self-doubt? Perfectionism?)

What am I calling in for the returning light?
(Peace? Courage? Joy? Connection? Rest?)

You don't need to have all the answers. Simply sitting with these questions is the practice.

🌅 The Promise of Solstice:
The light ALWAYS returns.
The wheel ALWAYS turns.
What feels dark and heavy now will shift.

Trust the cycles. Trust the seasons. Trust yourself.

Whatever you are releasing, whatever you are welcoming, may this solstice bring you peace in the darkness and hope for the returning light.

Blessed Solstice, you beautiful beings.

20/12/2025

🎁 DAY 11 OF 12: ELEVEN MINUTES OF YOGA NIDRA

Want to know a secret?

11 minutes of Yoga Nidra = 2 hours of regular sleep

In terms of rest and restoration. During the exhausting holiday season, this is PURE. GOLD.

What is Yoga Nidra?
You lie down (YES, REALLY) and follow a guided meditation that systematically relaxes your entire body while you stay conscious.

You're not trying to sleep, though you might. You're entering the space between waking and sleeping where DEEP HEALING happens.

The benefits:
✨ Dramatically reduces stress & anxiety
✨ Improves sleep quality
✨ Lowers blood pressure
✨ Releases deep tension
✨ Clears mental clutter
✨ Restores your nervous system

How to practice:
1. Find quiet space (lock the door!)
2. Lie on your back, arms by sides
3. Cover yourself with a blanket
4. Use a guided recording (loads free on YouTube)
5. Simply follow the voice
6. If you fall asleep, that's fine!

When to practice:
Afternoon slump - Instead of coffee & biscuits, try this. You'll emerge clearer and more energized.
Before bed - Helps you let go when your mind won't stop spinning.
During nap time - If you have small ones, practice when they sleep.

This requires ZERO effort, flexibility, or skill. Just lie there and listen.

💤 Day 11 of 12. Rest is productive.