Small and simple

When a day is full, hectic and sometimes overwhelming i try to focus on the small and simple. To keep myself focused on what is really important and not be taken by insecurity. To trust that things will unfold itself, that things happen naturally. The beauty of the...

Full Moon Sadhana & the start of a new year

  If you never experienced an early morning Sadhana, you can hardly imagine how great it can be. It sounds tough….waking up at 4am, taking a cold shower and cycle to the other side of town to practise this morning ritual that takes 2 1/2 hours. Yes, the...

Cooking in the forest

Such a joy to cook for a group of people who gather for the end of the year. A retreat in the forest. Back to basic, sleeping in a sleeping back next to the fire. Time to rest, to go inside, to heat the fire, to open up, to experience, to share, to eat healthy....

Warm wishes for a peaceful Xmas & New Year

Trying out some new things for the end of the year retreat next week with Kundalini Yoga t Gooi. Savory pumpkin scones with honey butter. Thanks to Elaina for this great recipe. All these wonderful ingredients….almond flour, coconut flour, steamed pumpkin, chia...

Kintsugi, the beauty of a broken bowl

I am fond of hand made pottery and have collected some beautiful pieces over the years. From different places in the world; Egyptian potters, places in Yemen, French markets, a small store in Seoul, celadon bowls from friend and potter in Schellingwoude (near by my...