Mind Your Practice with Zuza

17/04/2026

How to be a lotus flower in the middle of a storm-tossed lake

​Daily life brings chaos. Something happens, someone says something, and emotions start to boil inside us. Then, of course, guilt follows. But the truth is, even the most seasoned yogi sometimes grabs their head and swears like a sailor.

​Events and people have a way of stinging us right where it hurts—or rather, where it used to hurt, but we chose to run away from that pain instead of facing it. We usually escape through endless scrolling or substances.

​The first step, then, is to sit with these emotions. To let them flow. To name them and recognize that we are not our emotions. We need to understand that emotions are not enemies, but vital pieces of information. It sounds simple, yet it’s everything.

​And then? Let them flow onward. Emotions, much like thoughts, have no real beginning or end; they come from nowhere and head toward the unknown. The better we become at recognizing and welcoming these emotions like old friends, the less the events around us—the things we often cannot influence or control—will be able to touch us. Or hurt us.

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If yoga matwork and retreats are not doing the trick ;-) I offer a new, fully personalized program: Pocket Mentor Yoga, where I will be your what's app assistant in day to day struggles via WhatsApp. DM me to know more
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16/04/2026

Yoga doesn’t end on the mat.
In fact, that’s where it truly begins. 🧘‍♀️
During practice, you learn how to breathe and be present.
But what do you do when:
– you’re stuck in traffic and tension is rising 😡
– your back hurts after a long day of sitting 💻
– your mind won’t slow down 💭
– you feel overwhelmed or frustrated 😩
That’s where I come in. (Not necessarily dressed in white 🤍)
Pocket Yoga Mentor (via WhatsApp) is personalized support throughout your day — no mat, no perfect conditions needed. 🌎
Here’s what you get:
– short, situation-based breathing exercises
– simple movements/asanas you can do “on the spot”
– techniques to calm your mind and regulate tension (meditation, mindfulness)
– one personalized mini-practice per week
– optional: short texts / sutras for reflection
📱 Contact via WhatsApp (voice notes / messages)
How it works:
– up to 5 messages per week
– I reply between 08:00–20:00 (IST)
– no pressure for instant replies — you receive thoughtful, focused support
This is not therapy.
These are practical tools to help you come back to balance in your daily life.
Price:
20 € / week
70 € / month
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Send me a message if you’d like to try it or have any questions.
What's app: +91 8130555484

15/04/2026

Pilates is known by some as "lazy yoga." Is that accurate? From a power yogi’s perspective, perhaps – but only to a certain degree.

​Pilates is slow because every movement is aligned with the breath. This deliberate pace allows for perfect precision from the beginning to the end of each exercise. While some might find it boring, for others, it is simply mindful.

​What I love most about Pilates is that it is for everyone. Most exercises have different levels, so both beginners and advanced enthusiasts can get the most out of them. It teaches you how to stand tall, with elegance and a beautiful posture that can "reduce" a few centimeters here and there. It strengthens and stretches the entire body: shoulders and arms, belly and back, hips and thighs.

​Pilates also comes in different flavors: matwork, dance, and equipment (rollers, big and small balls, reformers). This variety allows the muscles to work differently, ensuring the body is properly taken care of.

​Take the opportunity and try it now in Bicholim, Goa. Your body will thank you!

14/04/2026

For many years I was focusing so much on my awakening journey, that I... lost my independence, my day-to-day freedom within society.

​It was all covered by „good advice”: safety, comfort, protection. But the truth is, I realized I had traded my autonomy for a false sense of security. I became so used to being „taken care of” that I forgot how to take care of my own basic life. I even found myself afraid of taking a local bus by myself 😅.

​I realized that while I was busy with my spiritual „labour” on the mat and around the house, I had handed over the labour of my actual life to someone else. And that is a dangerous trade. Especially since sooner or later you end up doing things which nobody appreciates you for: house cleaning, cooking, and the small things to soothe the emotions of people around you who interact with the outside world that you don't anymore.

​Taking that bus recently – something so obvious, so simple – felt like the most spiritual act I’ve done in a long time. It felt empowering. I felt back in control.

​No comfort is worth losing the self. No journey towards „the soul” is worth leaving your life and independence behind. Real awakening doesn't happen in a vacuum; it happens when you have the strength to navigate the world on your own terms.

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13/04/2026

Years of moving my body and mind — including yoga — have helped me realize that my body has different needs and energy levels at different times in my cycle.

During menstruation, I feel the need to rest and slow down. If I choose to practice, it’s something gentle like yin yoga, chair yoga, or yoga nidra.

Once my period ends, I feel my energy returning. I’m more open, motivated, and curious — this is when I enjoy integrative or gentle flow yoga, and Pilates (especially balance work with equipment).

Then comes the peak phase — I feel strong, enthusiastic, and ready for action. My practice naturally shifts to power vinyasa yoga, Pilates dance, or healthy spine workouts.

Before my period, my energy drops again. I can feel heavy, frustrated, and in need of space. During this time, I choose tridosha or vata-balancing practices, Pilates matwork, and gentle stretching.

Respecting my body instead of pushing it allows me to stay aligned and move through life with more ease.

And maybe… that’s where inner peace and freedom begin. 🤍

And so you know, all these forms of yoga and body & mind fitness, you can learn with me at Mind Your Practice in Bicholim 😍

12/04/2026

🌴 Why intense workouts aren’t always the best choice in places like Goa…
Hot, humid climates put extra stress on your body. High-intensity workouts (HIIT, heavy lifting, long cardio sessions) can lead to:
⚠️ Faster dehydration
⚠️ Overheating & fatigue
⚠️ Higher risk of burnout or injury
Instead, tune into the environment 🌊
Go for movement that supports your body, not fights the climate:
✨ Pilates – builds strength without exhausting you
✨ Yoga – improves flexibility, breath, and recovery
✨ Healty Spine – perfect for posture & long-term health
💡 You feel like they're not enough?
Relax, all these classes can be done with more intensity, do example you can apt for flow or power yoga — but keep it moderate still! In humid weather, slow it down a bit, focus on breath, and avoid pushing to extremes.
🌿 In places like Goa, fitness should feel like balance, not punishment.
P.S.
No pain - no gain is a... bu****it 🥲

11/04/2026

Waking up before sunrise 🌅
Welcoming a new day with fresh energy.
Energy flows within us and all around us —
where breath goes, where movement flows,
that’s where qi (prana) follows.
Since practicing Qigong with Lee Holden,
even though the movements are so simple…
I’ve noticed more flexibility,
more energy, and a lighter, happier mood ✨

10/04/2026

✨ Mind Your Practice… or your spine will! 😄

Ever feel like your body needs a reset button? That’s exactly what we focus on at Mind Your Practice 💫

Our Pilates, Healthy Spine & Stretching classes are designed to help you:
🧘 Improve posture and protect your spine
🤸 Increase flexibility and mobility
💪 Build deep core strength (goodbye back pain!)
🌿 Move with ease in your everyday life

And don’t worry — this is NOT physiotherapy.
This is fitness made simple, slow, and effective. No intense jumping, no pressure — just mindful movement that your body will thank you for.

Plus, if you love a holistic approach, I also teach yoga, blending breath, balance, and strength into your routine 🧘‍♀️

So if your spine could talk, it would probably say:
👉 “Hey… Mind Your Practice!”

Join us and feel the difference from the inside out 💚

07/04/2026

Hello Bicholim!
Every day is a new chance: to start something beneficial for us, to grow, to shine... Mindful movement can help with that!
Allow yourself to feel good, young, beautiful, energized - I can show you how :-)

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06/04/2026

Slowly, I begin to wake
From a terrible dream,
From a sea of apathy,
Exhausted, endless,
With an outstretched hand
Begging for help.
I was drowning for so long
That even breathing aches,
Yet the will to live
Beats within me again,
In the rhythm of freedom,
Of independence.

02/04/2026

I fell in love. Again. Deeply.
Qigong. So easy. So natural.

06/03/2026