attention / intention / moderation As a group of us virtual students from all over the world began the wrap-up of December classes with our teacher Nikki, she A. encouraged…
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cheer > cringe I think it is safe to say that a vast majority of us end up a little bit frazzled around / depleted after the holiday season (if…
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spine stability x curling up on the couch Cc: post-Thanksgiving meal (subject: consume responsibly, in gratitude, while honoring Indigenous Peoples). Welcome to a season of slouching – which is only…
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whether times are good or bad, happy or sad We’re all navigating different circumstances, yet – like any ecosystem – we are all interconnected and interdependent. Whether times feel turbulent…
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tips & prep poses for one of yoga’s most practiced postures I think it’s fair to say that downward facing dog (adho mukha svanasana) is a staple yoga asana pose, and is – as a…
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not the same / not so different One of the things that always surprises me about gathering together with a group of people on retreat is how, despite our differences (for some…
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in times of information overload… There is a lot of information floating around about health and wellness – sometimes it’s even conflicting and contradicting based on different studies and theories….
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may they be busted. Whether or not you ever set foot into a yoga class, you have probably – in today’s world – come across this intriguing practice in some…
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bon appétit Coucou from California, As my favorite time of year and my west coast visit are both winding down, I am fondly remembering some of my earlier summer eats…
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a small summer gift for substack subscribers The keen perception and observation that comes from this practice brings to the yoga practitioner stability in the body and clarity of awareness that enriches the whole person. Geeta Iyengar…
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more personal / less extreme Self care takes effort. It doesn’t just happen.The body and mind need to be maintained. Similar to a garden, without effort, weeds will pop up and…
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vive la boulangerie A recent trip to celebrate a dear friend’s magical wedding in Ireland inspired me to write a bit more about my Euro life, especially after polling what my community wanted…
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