Yoga for Tired People

Hey Tired Yogi,

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week in the UK (12-19th May), and this year the theme is COMMUNITY, which is one of the speciality subjects of our friends over at the Shelf Help Club.

Toni has been conducting a series of lives all week exploring this theme and yesterday I was lucky enough to be invited.

This was such a fun conversation. Toni is such a lovely host and I am thrilled to be able to share the recording with you guys.

I hope you enjoy!

Jo x

PS for members of the Zoom Studio don’t forget it’s our Let’s Rest class tonight at 6.30pm, it’s almost full but there are a couple of places left if you want to join us.

Guess what?

I’ve been quietly working on something that feels a bit tender to say out loud:I’m writing a book! It’s called Yoga for Tired People.

Same name as this space—but the book is becoming its own thing.It’s not a how-to.More like a soft collection of stories and reflections from the edges of burnout,and the slow, quiet ways I’ve been finding my way through.

As someone who’s dyslexic, this feels like kind of a big deal.It probably won’t be very long (because I get tired too).But it will be true.

While it’s still unfolding, here’s a short practice that came from the same place:gentle movement for when you really don’t want to do yoga.

You can move a little, or just lie down and listen. That still counts.It always counts.

With love,Jo x

PS. Zoom studio spaces filled up really fast this time—sorry if you missed out!More spots will be opening in May, and I’ll let you know as soon as they’re available.Or you can pop yourself on the waiting list in case a space opens up before then.

Hi Tired Yogi,

Here’s a 5-minute midday low back stretch—nothing intense, just a bit of gentle movement for that slumpy, mid-afternoon feeling. The kind where you've been at your laptop too long and your spine's quietly filing a complaint.

It’s short, low-effort, and might be just the thing your body’s been asking for.

I’m just back from a silent retreat at Samye Ling, which was... lovely. Intense but lovely. Equal parts peaceful and mildly disorientating. (I think I spent 60% of it worrying about a warning light on the dashboard of my car) But mostly, it was so nice to be offline and quiet for a few days.

If you’re not in the mood for stretching, I also shared a 5-minute affirmation meditation earlier in the week—it’s right here if you missed it. It’s soft, grounding, and something you can do while horizontal, which is always a plus.

And if either of those made your body or brain exhale a little, the 7-Day Relaxation Reset might be just the thing.It starts on April 21st, and it’s for paid members only. Just a few minutes a day. Just a few steady words, repeated each day, with a new affirmation to tuck in beside them. Repeated gently. Nothing to achieve, nowhere to be good. Just a rhythm of rest to settle into.

Also—a little heads up that the annual subscription price is going up soon, so if you’ve been meaning to join or upgrade, this is a lovely time to do it. If you’re already a paid member (thank you) no need to do anything they will appear in your inbox in the usual way.

Big love as always,Jo x

Hi Tired Yogi,

I just went live with a 5-minute affirmation meditation—something super simple you can do in bed, on the sofa, or while hiding from your to-do list.

(Full disclosure: I made it because I was avoiding packing for the silent retreat I’m off to this weekend at Samye Ling. I’ve packed nothing. Not even a sock. But I have done a live meditation. So priorities.)

Affirmation meditation is really gentle. No pressure to concentrate, no need to “clear your mind.” Just repeating words that feel supportive, and letting them sink in—like background music for your nervous system.

If that kind of short, grounding pause feels good, you’ll love the 7-Day Relaxation Reset starting April 21st.It’s for paid members, and it’s low-key, doable, and quietly uplifting.Just a few minutes a day to shift the tone of things.

Also, the annual membership price is going up soon, so if you’ve been hovering on the fence, now’s a good time to hop over as it’ll lock in this price. And if you’re already a paid member (thank you) you don’t need to do a thing the 7-Day Relaxation Reset will arrive in your inbox.

Big love (and no, I still haven’t packed),Jo x

Hey you,

If you’re here because of that neck stretch—hi, welcome, and yes, it really does feel like magic, doesn’t it?

But I promise it’s not.I made a video to explain what’s actually happening—because as brilliant as it feels, it’s not a fix-all. And I get a bit twitchy when things go viral without the “why” attached.

✨ And if you have no idea what I’m talking about you can find it here

In this Anatomy Focus video I talk trapezius muscles, stress shoulders, and why your neck suddenly turns further than you expected. I also introduce the vagus nerve—and how flexibility is about more than just muscles and joints. Sometimes, it’s your nervous system that’s holding on, and sometimes it just needs permission to soften.

If you loved the neck stretch, you’ll probably enjoy this one too:Happy Hamstrings on Lazy Days.Another not-magic-but-still-excellent stretch. Easy, repeatable, and you can do it in bed, so whats not to like.

Hope you stick around,Jo x

PS

If gentle, nervous-system-friendly relaxation is your thing (or you want it to be), I’ve got something coming up.

✨ The 7-Day Relaxation Reset starts April 21st.It’s not a movement course—it’s a week of short, steady affirmation meditations.Perfect if you’ve never meditated before, or if your brain is a bit loud and you just want someone to talk you down gently every day for a week.

It’s for paid subscribers only, so now’s a great time to upgrade if you’d like to join us.

Hey Tired Yogi,

So, this one’s short, sweet, and a tiny bit spicy—it’s called Stop, Drop & Core, and it’s designed to fit into the time it takes for an advert break.

We’re talking 5 minutes, no mat needed, just you and your core waking up a little while the kettle boils or your show buffers (again). It’s quick, it’s doable, and it might even make you feel a bit smug afterwards—in the best way.

Buuut, if today is more of a “snuggle under a blanket and exhale slowly” kind of vibe (I get it), there’s also a 10-minute cosy relaxation waiting for you too. Zero effort required, just press play and melt.

Whichever one you pick, I hope it feels like exactly what you needed. Let me know if you try it—and how your abs or your nervous system respond 😅💛

Big hug,Jo xx

Hey Tired Yogi,

It’s so rarely sunny here in the North East of England, so when the sun actually made an appearance today, I did something a little impromptu—I went live.

Just a simple 5-minute relaxation, sitting in the garden, soaking up the warmth, breathing, and settling into stillness. Hardly any movement, just a moment to pause and let everything soften. And honestly? It was so lovely, I didn’t want you to miss out.

If you’d like to take a few minutes to unwind, you can watch the replay here

Maybe you can even take it outside with you (if the weather’s on your side). Let me know if you give it a go—I’d love to hear how it felt for you. 💛

Take care,

Jo xx

Hey Tired Yogi,

I was thinking today about how easy it is to rush through things—to fill the spaces in between with noise and movement and endless to-do lists. And I just wanted to send you a little something to slip into one of those in-between moments.

It’s a simple 5-minute breathwork video—nothing fancy, just a gentle pause, a way to settle back into yourself for a moment. I did it live with over 50 people joining us, it was such a lovely energy.

Maybe you’ll try it right away, or maybe you’ll tuck it away for a day when you need it most. Either way, I hope it feels like a small exhale in the middle of everything.

Don’t forget to comment—I’d love to hear how you’re doing.

With warmth,

Jo xx

PS

This weeks session for paid members is going to be a Stop, Drop and Core session that you can fit into an advert break, to get your core lovely and strong.

And we’ll be compiling the March playlist with the theme ‘Joy’ so get thinking of a song that makes you joyful to share.

If you’re not already a paid member then we’d love to have you! It’s only £6 a month for a weekly session, the archives and access to all the chats (or for even more of a bargain it’s £48 for the entire year)

And if you are a paid member then thank you! The only reason I am able to share these videos is because of your support, I appreciate you.

Hey Tired Yogi,

You know those days when your energy’s just… meh? Not bad, not great—just kinda there? I get it. And instead of pushing through, what if you gave yourself 10 minutes to just pause?

I put together a little relaxation session for those low-energy, need-a-reset moments. It’s super gentle, easy to do, and perfect for when you want to feel better but don’t want to try too hard.

✨ Press play, close your eyes, and just be.

Let me know if you give it a go—I’d love to hear how it feels for you!

Big hugs,Jo

P.S. If you’re craving even more relaxation, come hang out in the Zoom Lounge! It’s a peaceful space where we come together to stretch, breathe, and shake off the day—without any pressure or pretzel poses. Just comfy vibes, gentle movement, and deep relaxation. You can find out more here Would love to see you there!

Hey Tired Yogis,

I couldn’t resist sharing a relaxation with you from my hotel room in the beautiful city of Krakow where I am currently on holiday.

I hope you enjoy ☺️

Jo xx