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Welcome to the latest issue of OM Yoga & Lifestyle magazine. Take a look inside for inspiration, fun and insight into all things yoga and mindful living!
At this time of year, there are lots of reasons to feel excited about what lies ahead now that spring has arrived (including some very exciting news from OM coming your way soon!). But while it’s natural to look forward, we don’t have to wait for happiness or transformation. Yoga reminds us that everything we need is already here. Use its timeless tools and teachings to maximise the present moment and savour where you are right now.
It only takes a minute to break up your routine. A few mindful, deep breaths can be literally transformational for your mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. A quiet minute of focused stillness or meditation can clear the mental clutter and create space for clarity. A handful of nourishing stretches can awaken tired muscles and help you reconnect with your body in the most grounding way.
If you have longer, even better. Perhaps this is the season to immerse yourself in a weekend workshop or a week-long yoga retreat. Stepping away from daily demands can create powerful shifts, and the rewards — renewed focus, peace of mind, meaningful connection and a healthy inner glow — will stay with you long after you return home.
Don’t wait for burnout. Don’t just push through and tick off the to-do list — we’ve all been there, and we all know where that road leads. Instead, choose intention over autopilot. Take a mindful minute. Book that mini escape. Allow yourself a luxurious micro break anytime, wherever you are.
Roll out your yoga mat and explore a few playful shapes. Plant your feet firmly on the ground and take restorative breaths. Or book a massage and surrender to the healing power of touch and self-care. Small acts, done consistently, create lasting change.
You are important. Every time you pause to nourish your soul and replenish your body, you return stronger, steadier and more present — and the whole world benefits from that energy. So go on — we’re right here with you, cheering you on every step of the way.
Martin
Issue #158 - Spring/2026
Yogi: Tanya Savitri Popovich
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Photographer: Anca Clivet
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