Unlocking the Ethics of Yoga: Asteya & Aparigraha
Practicing yoga postures helps us become more present and (hopefully) get out of pain. What we do with that level of ease and clarity points to living yoga off our mats, in our… Continue reading
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Meaningful Movement: the doorway to joyful living
Across the globe, there are longevity zones —places where a large percentage of the population are centenarians. In these regions elders are looked up to and respected. But they share another trait; they have… Continue reading
Cultivating Calm in a Chaotic World
The mind has a habit of playing itself out in loops. Endless loops. They might be old (and limiting) belief systems or obsessive, busy thoughts about what could or should be. Regardless, they… Continue reading
Three Tools to Restore Peace During Times of Distress
In light of current events —the tragedy in Las Vegas, the ongoing trauma in Puerto Rico, and so many others— I find myself feeling heartbroken and full of grief. During times of distress, one of… Continue reading
Goji, Raspberry, Rose, Chocolate “Love” Truffles
I love making healthier sweet treats. Doing so makes me feel calm and present. These, however, are extra special, because I only make this elaborate of a recipe when circumstances demand it. Making chocolate truffles is time… Continue reading
Finding Balance & Flow During Change: Yoga Practice For Advanced Beginners and Up
Two days after the presidential election here in the US, we find ourselves in a state of radical change. Though change is something we all wanted, how we each envision arriving there is radically different.… Continue reading
Understanding & Working With Emotion: A User’s Guide
For the first six months of my yoga practice, every time I held the yoga pose Upward Bow I would cry. Tears would well up and seep out, and I had no idea why.… Continue reading
Gentle Yoga For Traumatic & Stressful Times
No words can accurately convey how we feel about the violence in America the world right now. We all agree that something is not working, and something needs to be done. But we can’t seem… Continue reading
A Conversation on Yoga: How Yoga Helps You Live Your Best Life
I was blessed to be interviewed for a brand new podcast called the Yoga Frequency. As per their website, “The Yoga Frequency is a yoga-centric podcast dedicated to shining light on extraordinary individuals spreading positive energy… Continue reading
Three Unique, Healthy Energy Bars For Athletes (& Hungry People, nom nom!)
If you’re anything like me, you get sick of your bars after a couple seasons. Chomp on the same flavors long enough and you’ll be looking for something new to get you through your… Continue reading