ABOUT
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Hi, I'm Shakti Burke
On a January long weekend in 1985 I threw a tent and overnight gear into my rattly Toyota Corolla and headed into the unknown: a yoga retreat in the forested outskirts of the city.
I knew nothing about yoga and meditation.
Knew nothing about the place I was driving to (someone had recommended).
All I knew was I wanted to end the stress. Get off Valium.
I wanted peace and order in my head.
I wanted my life back. read the long version
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Within a couple of years I'd become a passionate yoga and meditation teacher, earning my first certificate in 1988.
I’ve learned a lot since then and the journey continues.
Fast forward forty years ... hello!
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My favourite thing is to run small groups where YOU can be seen and heard. Online, from anywhere. And face-to-face in the northern rivers community of NSW Australia. |
My Story
My personal journey into Mindful Living began in the mid-1980's in response to the crisis of my mum's illness and death. Who would have thought cultivating the art of 'being present' would be so life-changing?
In 2021 I completed the two-year online Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification program with Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield (Spirit Rock, California) to formalise my engagement in the mindfulness space.
My Story
My personal journey into Mindful Living began in the mid-1980's in response to the crisis of my mum's illness and death. Who would have thought cultivating the art of 'being present' would be so life-changing?
In 2021 I completed the two-year online Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification program with Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield (Spirit Rock, California) to formalise my engagement in the mindfulness space.
My Classes
I teach mindfulness classes in NSW Northern Rivers localities (Australia), both to adults and to school children though Mindfulness in Education.
My online courses are a new feature since covid! I love reaching a whole new audience this way!
Close to my heart are the traditional elements of yoga, meditation and deep relaxation.
The insights of positive psychology lend an extra dimension to age-old wisdom. I enjoy weaving contemporary material into what I teach.
Games and play are a feature of my workshops. We learn better when we're having fun!
Games and play are a feature of my workshops. We learn better when we're having fun!
Me Today
In my personal life today I’m a contented wife, awe-struck mother, one of five sisters, student of Vajrayana meditation, writer, educator, innovator and firm believer that deep down everyone wants to see the glass half full, if not overflowing!
I’ve also worked in publishing, run a freelance picture research business in Sydney, lived in an Indian ashram, spruiked on the stall of a travelling fair, studied Sanskrit, made music video clips with kids and campaigned for action on climate change.
Welcome to Joyful Mind where I love sharing the latest and greatest about today's contemporary take on the ancient art of Mindful living.
Me Today
In my personal life today I’m a contented wife, awe-struck mother, one of five sisters, student of Vajrayana meditation, writer, educator, innovator and firm believer that deep down everyone wants to see the glass half full, if not overflowing!
I’ve also worked in publishing, run a freelance picture research business in Sydney, lived in an Indian ashram, spruiked on the stall of a travelling fair, studied Sanskrit, made music video clips with kids and campaigned for action on climate change.
Welcome to Joyful Mind where I love sharing the latest and greatest about today's contemporary take on the ancient art of Mindful living.
Have a look around. Please enjoy your visit.
