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Emotion on the Yoga Mat

Emotion on the Yoga Mat

This post is part of a series where I unpack the wise words of a friend and mentor. You can read more about those words here. Sometimes people annoy me. They say or do things that just get under my skin. Yoga teachers are people. And, sometimes they say things that irk me. (Do I have to mention that they also say things that rock my world and I’m so grateful for them? Cause, of course, they do and I am!) They open class with the most delicious invitation. “Take a deep breath in.…Read more
Registration Open for May Virtual Yoga Classes!

Registration Open for May Virtual Yoga Classes!

While it may seem like I’ve been on a mini hiatus around here, I’ve actually been tirelessly working on something very exciting! And, I’m so thrilled to finally be telling you about it!   We all know how wonderful our body, mind and spirit feel after some quality time on the yoga mat. But, most of us can’t make it to a yoga class everyday. Heck, sometimes it’s a challenge to get there once a week! While we may want to practice on our own, it can feel a little overwhelming to begin…Read more
The Importance of Sleep

The Importance of Sleep

As I’ve shared before, three and a half years ago, I worked a (more than) full-time job in public accounting, and I ran a martial arts and yoga studio with my husband. I worked all day and most of the night hours, too. I operated on little to no sleep. All-nighters were a regular occurrence. People used to marvel at how I managed to “do it all” on four hours (or less) of sleep a night. The truth is, I wasn't doing it all successfully. My body was paying the price. I've made…Read more
Was It A Morning Like This?

Was It A Morning Like This?

Sometimes it happens when I’m struck by beauty. Sometimes it happens when I see truth. And sometimes it happens when I can literally feel the movement of the Spirit. I get the chills. Little bumps arise on my arms, and tiny hairs stand to attention. A whisper of touch rapidly slides from the base of my spine to the top of my neck, causing my entire torso to involuntarily quiver. And my heart, oh my heart...it beats joy, excitement and anticipation. I was nine or ten the first time I remember being moved…Read more
Lions, Tigers and Tears

Lions, Tigers and Tears

This post is part of a series where I unpack the wise words of a friend and mentor. You can read more about those words here. A few weekends ago, my mom and niece were visiting for my birthday. A week before they arrived, I asked AE, “What do you want to do with Nana and Coco this weekend?” She didn’t hesitate at all, “Go to the zoo!!” As we anticipated their arrival, we talked extensively about our impending trip to the zoo. We made animal sounds and sang songs about the zoo.…Read more