🌿 As November arrives and the season of reflection unfolds, we’re reminded that gratitude is more than something we feel — it’s something we practice. Though they arise from different classical yoga texts, Prasāda Buddhi and Santosha both describe a luminous inner state — a contentment that is not dependent on outer circumstances. Yet they approach… Read More
“Now the practice begins.” These are the powerful words that open the Yoga Sutras as shared by Patanjali. Atha yoga anushasanam (1.1) Now, the practice of yoga. From this first sutra, Patanjali guides us deeper into the heart of yoga, defining it as: yoga chitta vritti nirodhah (1.2) the cessation of the fluctuations of the… Read More
It’s time to prioritize your self-care, reduce stress, and create healthier habits to connect and align with your authentic self. Celebrate National Wellness Month during the entire month of August. As the end of summer approaches (for those of us in the Northern hemisphere), August is a perfect time to focus on our physical, mental,… Read More
Happy February! This month I’d like to dedicate these love letters to ahimsa (“ahh-him-sa”) and its application to self-care. First, what do I mean by self-care? At its most basic, self-care refers to the care of oneself. Simple, right? But it can also refer to health care provided by oneself without the consultation of a… Read More
Gift Giving as a Practice of Love Gifts: they’re fun to receive and can be even more fun to give! My husband Peter, is an excellent gift giver. In fact, I believe it is his preferred way of expressing love. He is considerate, generous, and most importantly thoughtful about each gift he gives. Peter is… Read More
Happiness is said to have three ingredients: something to do, something to love, and something to hope for. In my life, I’ve learned that modern humans have no shortage of things to do. However, I’ve also noticed in my coaching and teaching, that many of these to-do list things lack the potency to cultivate joy… Read More
In case you missed it, this is a continuation of last week’s message, Can you accept help? regarding generosity and what I learned as a result of being in need. This month marks the 11-year anniversary of my bicycle accident and the rebirth of my self. To re-cap, the “Rules” I learned sounded something like… Read More
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