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To flow forward or to stay rooted?
Is it harder to move on or to stay in place? This question has lingered in my mind ever since I made the decision to return to Singapore...

Alawiyyah
Oct 43 min read


How to build a consistent yoga practice: Tips for beginners
Starting a yoga practice is an exciting journey that can bring numerous benefits to your body and mind. Whether you’re drawn to yoga for...

Alawiyyah
Sep 64 min read


Rebuilding: The art of starting over
It’s been a few months since I returned to Singapore, and I’ll admit—the journey has been real. Starting over, in many ways, can feel...

Alawiyyah
Aug 23 min read


Integrating yoga into everyday life beyond the mat.
For the longest time—even as a yoga teacher—I thought yoga had to look a certain way: a structured practice on the mat, flowing...

Alawiyyah
Jul 123 min read


Four years of Wiy Yoga: A quiet reflection.
As June draws to a close, I’ve been sitting with what it means for Wiy Yoga to turn 4. Four years ago, Wiy Yoga was born from a simple...

Alawiyyah
Jun 281 min read


The yoga myths that keep you off the mat—and the truth behind them.
Yoga is a timeless practice that connects the mind, body, and soul. While it has gained significant popularity in recent years, there are...

Alawiyyah
May 102 min read


31 lessons life has taught me.
As I prepare to step into my 32nd year, I’ve been reflecting on the lessons life has served up. While I don’t consider myself a self-help...

Alawiyyah
Apr 126 min read


Back to where it all began: Yoga and community in Singapore.
Returning to Singapore after nearly three years away feels like rediscovering a rhythm that never truly left me. This is where my yoga...

Alawiyyah
Mar 222 min read


What do I want?
It’s a question I’ve been sitting with daily since December 29, 2024. Yes, I started my New Year’s resolutions a little early—not to show...

Alawiyyah
Mar 82 min read


Doing what's right for you may not always feel right.
Haven't you heard this one before? "Follow your heart and do what’s best for you!" It’s well-intentioned advice, but what people often...

Alawiyyah
Feb 222 min read


The reality of choosing the path less travelled.
The road less travelled is often paved with solitude and a sprinkle of being misunderstood. It’s not for the faint-hearted as the journey...

Alawiyyah
Feb 22 min read


À bientôt, France: A chapter well-lived.
France, it’s time to say goodbye—at least for now. As I look back on the past 2 years and 6 months, I’m struck by how deeply this chapter...

Alawiyyah
Jan 113 min read


The pursuit of self-love, peace and gratitude.
The past year in Toulouse has been a period of recharging, recalibration, and renewal. What began as a simple desire to step away from a...

Alawiyyah
May 18, 20235 min read


It's the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.
Sometimes, dreams unfold in ways we never anticipated—and that’s perfectly okay. The question worth reflecting on is this: Are you...

Alawiyyah
Mar 15, 20234 min read
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