I first saw the name Happy Buddha Yoga Retreat on a job listing many moons ago. The words sparkled, spurring my curiosity, so I lent in. Four years of writing, two retreats, five months of...
Happy Buddha Blog
A collection of articles we’ve written about yoga, meditation, creativity, happiness and everything in between…
Plant power: Benefits of a plant-based diet
Game Changers (on Netflix) was exactly that, a game changer. Part of a widespread movement, plant-based diets are becoming more popular, and there are plenty of good reasons for this. While we’re...
Why yoga is suitable for everyone: health benefits of an ancient practice
If you’ve ever wondered who yoga is suitable for, our short answer is: everyone! Regardless of whether you’re currently less fit or super active, younger or older, under or overweight… yoga will...
Thriving through winter: tips for a DIY Ayurvedic retreat
As I sit in a shrinking patch of sunlight, it feels very clear. Just as Jon Snow once announced: winter is coming. It’s so important that we adapt to the seasons, alongside nature. This means mixing...
5 Tips to slow down and stay well during Winter
Seasons are a natural way to self-regulate, and now with Winter around the corner it’s time to slow down…
Our (latest) Favourite Yoga Mats
Many moons ago, we explored and reviewed a few of our favourite yoga mats to buy in Australia. You can read our first yoga mat article here and I personally still love the mat I discovered in the...
All about eclipse season
Even as an astrologer, I can hardly believe we’ve already arrived at eclipse season. Yet here we are! Eclipse periods bring some of the most potent astrology of the year. These windows tend to mark...
How to start meditating regularly (and stick to it!)
Meditation is a practice that we’ve either heard of, or know is good for us. People have been practicing it for centuries to seek calm, wisdom, and compassion. Science has also found many health...
6 alternatives to meditation to help you feel calmer and grounded
Here’s how to experience the benefits of meditation without sitting in a quiet room…
Pregnant and need to bliss out? Here’s our guide on getting the most out of a yoga retreat.
Pregnancy is an exciting time – but also a time when you might be feeling an extra need to relax and recharge…
Setting Intentions for the New Year
And just like that, we're back at January... The first month of the year is always a blank book, and we each carry the pen. Recognised by many cultures around the world across time, this new cycle...
Our mindful holiday gift guide
And just like that, we’ve arrived at December! The gift tradition that surrounds end of year festivities is incredibly beautiful, but does carry a flip side. Giving beyond means, debt, mass...