In the world of yoga, mindfulness and holistic wellbeing, we often hear “take a deep breath” . But the secret to genuine stress relief isn’t in the inhale  at all — it’s in the exhale . The exhale is your body’s natural mechanism for releasing tension. It’s how your nervous system resets, how your muscles soften, and how your mind unwinds. Whether you regularly participate in sport and want to ease tightness, a busy professional juggling responsibilities, or simply someone craving a calmer...

Duration:  15–20 minutes Ideal for:  Beginners or anyone seeking calm and focus before or after class at Santosha. Setting:  A quiet space — your mat at home or here in Santosha studio, Market Square South, Lisburn. 1. Grounding Breath – So Ham  (I Am That) Sit comfortably with a tall spine. Inhale through the nose thinking So , exhale thinking Ham . Continue for 10 breaths, letting the mantra synchronise naturally with your breath.🪶 Purpose:  Focuses the mind and connects breath with...

Introduction If you’re looking for a yoga experience in Lisburn that goes beyond the postures, the inclusion of mantra in your practice may just be the missing piece. At Santosha Yoga Studio in Market Square South, Lisburn, the focus is on balance, joy and transformation — and integrating the power of mantra is one of the ways to deepen your journey. In this article you’ll discover: what mantra yoga is, and why it matters the research-backed benefits of mantra use how you can bring mantra...