What's On Our Minds

Every spring, the world softens and something ancient stirs. Holi, the Hindu festival of colours, is more than bright powders and joyful laughter. It is a story of fire and faith, of burning what no longer serves us and stepping courageously into renewal. In this blog, we explore the history and philosophy of Holi, who celebrates it, how to honour it respectfully, and what this sacred celebration can teach us about forgiveness, community, and beginning again in full colour.

Breathe easier, think clearer 🌿 Jal Neti is the ancient yogic nasal cleanse that clears sinuses, refreshes your mind, and opens the flow of prana. Rooted in centuries of wisdom, it’s perfect before pranayama, meditation, or morning sadhana. Learn the mindful way to practice safely and experience the gentle reset your body and breath have been craving.

Savasana looks like stillness, but beneath the surface your nervous system recalibrates, your breath deepens, and your mind begins to unclench. It is where movement integrates, tension dissolves, and doing gives way to being. In a world that glorifies busyness, this quiet posture may be the most radical practice of all.

Discover why the Vedic New Year is celebrated in spring, not on 1 January. Explore how yoga and seasonal wisdom teach us to release, rest, and prepare before true renewal, and why honoring the rhythms of nature makes every new beginning feel effortless and aligned.

Ever wondered why Shanti Shanti Shanti Om is chanted at the end of yoga class, not the beginning? It’s not a habit, but a conscious closing. After the body moves, the breath deepens, and the mind settles, the chant integrates the practice, grounding the energy and extending peace into body, mind, and spirit. Threefold peace, one vibration, then silence.

Join the Aerial Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training at Mahé Studio in Zoetermeer. A unique 30-hour Aerial + Vinyasa fusion led by Catarina Aires Mota. Learn fluid sequencing, safe hammock techniques, and elemental flow. Early-bird spots available, book your Aerial YTT now.

Feeling angry or unsettled after a yoga class? You’re not alone. A “bad” yoga class can actually signal deep emotional release, nervous system recalibration, and personal growth. Discover why discomfort on the mat often marks the beginning of real transformation, and how these challenging moments can become your biggest breakthrough.

Discover deep rest with Yoga Nidra at Mahé Yoga Studio in Zoetermeer. Experience the ancient art of conscious sleep and the soothing power of Floating Yoga Nidra in aerial hammocks. Calm your mind, balance your nervous system, and restore your energy through effortless relaxation. Perfect for stress relief, better sleep, and inner peace.

If you’ve ever experienced back pain from sitting at a desk all day, standing on your feet for hours, or simply from poor posture, you’re not alone. Millions of people around the world suffer from chronic back discomfort, but what if we told you there’s a powerful, uplifting solution hanging just above your head?

At Mahé Yoga studio, the journey of yoga and holistic healing has always been tied to social change. One of our most powerful initiatives born from this commitment is the Period Empowerment Project, also known as Project Period Ease.

When most people think of yoga, they picture flexible bodies in beautiful shapes, postures that stretch muscles, strengthen joints, and calm the mind. But for many, the real transformation doesn’t come from touching your toes or perfecting a headstand. It begins much more quietly, and often much deeper.

Some promote what they call “down to earth yoga”—explicitly stating that they don’t use incense, don’t chant, don’t believe in mantras, and don’t touch philosophy. Their message is clear: “No fluff, no spiritual stuff. Just movement.” It raises an important—and controversial—question: When we strip away the roots of yoga, is it still yoga?

Society has done a fantastic job of making solitude seem like a punishment when, in reality, it’s the VIP pass to inner peace.

When life gets tough, yoga might be the last thing on your mind. But this is precisely the time when yoga can provide the most support.

Aparigraha encourages us to let go of excessive grasping—not just physically, but emotionally and mentally.

In eerste instantie begon ik met lessen om mezelf uit de neerwaartse spiraal van een burn-out te trekken, die me zowel mentaal als fysiek...

I started taking classes to pull myself out of the downward spiral of burnout, which had left me with both mental and physical struggles.

Wanneer je partner te maken krijgt met mentale gezondheidsproblemen zoals stress, burn-out, of depressie, verandert niet alleen hun...

Letting go of the hustle and bustle of home is often easier said than done.

Sisterhood Circles at Mahé Yoga in Zoetermeer is place where sisterhood is celebrated.