As the colder months start to settle in, shorter days and frosty mornings can make even the most dedicated yogi feel sluggish or low on energy. Winter is a time for grounding and restoration, but it’s also important to support your body’s immunity and maintain vitality. Yoga, combined with mindful nutrition and self-care practices, can help you stay energised, healthy, and resilient throughout the season.

As the days grow shorter and the air takes on a crisp edge, nature gently reminds us that we are moving into a new season. The lush vibrancy of summer softens into autumn’s golden tones, and soon the quiet stillness of winter will follow. This turning of the seasons is not only visible in the trees and fields around us — it’s also an invitation for us, as human beings, to shift our pace, soften our energy, and give ourselves permission to rest.

When life feels full, it’s easy to believe that the only way to “fix” exhaustion is to power through with more caffeine, more productivity hacks, or a strict workout plan. But sometimes, the body and mind don’t need more doing — they need deep, nourishing rest. This is where Yoga Nidra, often called “yogic sleep,” can be truly transformative.

Unlike traditional sleep, Yoga Nidra is a guided practice that takes you into a state of profound relaxation while keeping a thread of awareness. It’s a space where body and mind can let go of tension, while your nervous system gently resets. Just 30 minutes of Yoga Nidra can feel as restorative as a couple of hours of regular sleep, leaving you calmer, clearer, and more balanced.

As the long, light-filled days of summer begin to shorten, many of us notice a shift in how we feel. The buzz of holidays, outdoor gatherings, and warm evenings slowly gives way to cooler mornings, earlier sunsets, and busier routines. For some, this transition into autumn feels grounding and cosy. For others, it can bring a dip in energy, mood, or motivation — what we often call the autumn slump.

As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, November invites us to embrace the cosy and reflective energy of late autumn, early winter. However, the chilly weather can sometimes leave us feeling sluggish, cold, and a little less motivated to move. This is where yoga steps in as a nurturing and energising practice to help us stay warm, invigorated, and balanced during the colder months.

As the vibrant energy of summer fades into the crisp embrace of autumn, it’s a natural time to reflect on how we nourish both our bodies and our minds. This transitional season offers a unique opportunity to slow down, take stock, and realign ourselves with nature. As a yoga teacher, I often encourage my students to approach autumn with intention, using both yoga and nutrition as tools to find balance and harmony during this time of year.