Athenom Yoga - Backbends Athena Iatraki

Athenom Yoga - Backbends Athena Iatraki Athena Iatraki is a certified yoga teacher with over 1200 hours of training and a background in contemporary ballet and dance.

Divine presence is not something hidden far away, it lives quietly inside the heart of every single being. Every face we...
07/08/2026

Divine presence is not something hidden far away, it lives quietly inside the heart of every single being. Every face we see, every sound we hear, and every act of kindness is a reflection of that same sacred energy.

When we slow down and pay attention, our whole world shifts. We begin to realize that every interaction is sacred, and every soul we meet carries a spark of the divine.





Living with devotion means meeting life with surrender, gratitude, and an open heart. When we offer our daily efforts wi...
04/08/2026

Living with devotion means meeting life with surrender, gratitude, and an open heart. When we offer our daily efforts without expecting anything in return, our whole life becomes a sacred practice, reminding us that love is both the journey and the ultimate destination.





There is so much rest for the soul when we realize that nothing in our lives is ever wasted. Everything that happened in...
28/07/2026

There is so much rest for the soul when we realize that nothing in our lives is ever wasted. Everything that happened in the past, everything taking place right now, and everything waiting for us in the future is unfolding for our highest good. Every challenge carries a lesson, and every unexpected turn is simply guiding us toward where we are meant to be.

When we let go of the need to control every detail, we can finally stop fighting our current reality. Surrendering to this flow brings an incredible sense of peace, reminding us that life is not happening to us-it is happening for us. Trust the process, take a soft breath, and know that all is truly well.





The words we repeat and the stories we focus on eventually become the reality we live. If we spend our days counting our...
16/07/2026

The words we repeat and the stories we focus on eventually become the reality we live. If we spend our days counting our burdens, life will naturally feel heavy and exhausting. But when we consciously choose to count our blessings, our world immediately starts to feel full, warm, and abundant.

Where your attention goes, your energy flows. Gratitude is so much more than a polite habit, it is the compass that decides whether your days feel like storms or peaceful sunsets. Choose wisely what you speak into existence, and feed the things that bring you peace.





06/07/2026

Finding Your Balance: Handstand Drills for Strength & Control

Achieving a stable, weightless handstand is all about building a solid foundation of shoulder power, active core engagement, and precise control. Rather than just kicking up and hoping for the best, practicing targeted drills is the secret to finding your balance and feeling light upside down.

Grab some sliders, socks, or a towel to slide on a smooth floor, and try these powerful exercises:
1/ Plank to Knee-to-Chest: Focus on slow control. Engage your deep core to lift and slide, which perfectly prepares your body for a tuck entry.
2/ Pike Press Handstand: Feel the work in your shoulders and upper back as you practice shifting your weight and floating up.
3/ Straddle Press Handstand: Excellent for opening up the hips and building the control needed for smooth, wide-legged entries.
4/ Hollow Hold: The ultimate core builder. This reinforces a straight, strong body line so you avoid arching your back when upside down.
5/ Shoulder Retractions: Build active, healthy shoulders to ensure a solid and stable base when pushing away from the earth.
6/ Plank to Planche: Shift your shoulders forward to build serious upper-body endurance and learn where your center of gravity is.

Key Tips for Success:
—> Always warm up your wrists and shoulders thoroughly before playing upside down.
—> Prioritize clean form and slow, mindful movements over speed.
—> Keep pushing the floor away actively with your shoulders and keep your core zipped up.

Progress comes to those who enjoy the preparation. Keep showing up, keep practicing, and enjoy the journey to your hands.

Save this post to add these drills to your next practice session. 📌





Sometimes, the best thing we can do for our peace of mind is to simply release our worries and hold onto faith. Having f...
02/07/2026

Sometimes, the best thing we can do for our peace of mind is to simply release our worries and hold onto faith. Having faith doesn’t mean we have everything figured out, it just means we trust that there is a beautiful, natural flow to life, even when we cannot see the path ahead.

When we choose trust over worry, we invite a deep sense of calm into our hearts. Every season of life has its own perfect timing, and by keeping faith close, we allow everything to unfold exactly as it is meant to. All is well, and all will be well.





There is so much peace in letting go of how things “should” turn out. This timeless wisdom reminds us that everything un...
27/06/2026

There is so much peace in letting go of how things “should” turn out.
This timeless wisdom reminds us that everything unfolding in our lives is part of a greater design for our growth. When we focus on doing our best in the present moment without obsessing over the results, we naturally rise above fear and anxiety.
Change is the ultimate law of the universe. By trusting this constant flow and surrendering to the quiet strength within, we find the courage to let go and simply flow with life.





Prayers and patience really do have the power to change everything. Whenever things feel heavy or uncertain, the best th...
20/06/2026

Prayers and patience really do have the power to change everything.
Whenever things feel heavy or uncertain, the best thing we can do is take a deep breath, quiet our minds, and trust the process.

Choosing devotion and staying patient acts like a gentle shield, helping us rise above negativity and find our way back to peace. We don’t have to figure everything out today. We just have to keep our hearts open, keep moving forward with hope, and let the rest unfold.





We often look outside of ourselves for happiness, warmth, or a reason to smile, waiting for the perfect day or the perfe...
14/06/2026

We often look outside of ourselves for happiness, warmth, or a reason to smile, waiting for the perfect day or the perfect moment to feel good.

But the most beautiful shift happens when you realize you don’t have to wait for the external sun to light up your life. True joy, peace, and warmth always come from within. When you take care of your mind, breathe deep, and love yourself, you become your own source of light.

You don’t need the world to make you happy because you carry the sunshine right inside your own heart.





True connection is never static. To love is to know the beloved again and again-to look at what is familiar with fresh e...
11/06/2026

True connection is never static. To love is to know the beloved again and again-to look at what is familiar with fresh eyes and choose to discover it all over again.

Whether we are on our yoga mat, connecting with others, or meeting our own inner self, love asks us to let go of yesterday’s expectations. By showing up with curiosity, we allow ourselves to continuously fall in love with every new season of life.

Set down what you think you know, and see with the heart.





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