Nourishing the Rivers Within: A practice of hydration

I often talk about self-care in terms of practices, and as a Yogi that means breathing techniques, mindful movement, meditation, and rest. Practices that nourish the body, steady the mind, and support the deeper journey of self-awareness. Some of these practices are profound and contemplative. Others are beautifully simple. Yet there is a simple, often… Read More

Blooming from Within: Opening to What’s Next

May invites us into a season of light. The days stretch longer, the sun lingers a little later, and the natural world seems to open in every direction. Gardens bloom, trees fill out, and the air itself feels fuller. Nature reminds us of something important: growth rarely happens through force. It happens when the conditions… Read More

Season of Rebirth: Listening for what’s Next

This season marks a moment of rebirth for Life’sWork Yoga Therapy studio, and for the community that practices, rests, questions, and grows here, together. In yoga philosophy, we’re reminded again and again that change is not a disruption, but rather part of the rhythm of life. The gunas are always moving, the koshas are always responding, and practice… Read More

Spring Awakening: A Gentle Shift (without overdoing)

Spring often arrives with an unspoken directive: wake up, move faster, do more. The light lingers longer, the air softens, and suddenly we’re expected to match the season’s outward energy. But in yoga therapy—and in our lived experience—we know that true renewal doesn’t happen on a schedule. Just as a flower doesn’t bud over night,… Read More

The Yoga of Gratitude

🌿 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

Trust Your Inner Teacher: Intuition in Yoga & Somatics

Yes, I am a Yoga Teacher and Yoga Movement Therapist, but truly, my role is to serve as a Guide, a guide to your inner teacher. “Going in is the way out.”  As the days shorten and autumn deepens, we are invited to turn inward. Nature models release—leaves fall, the air cools, and energy begins… Read More

Root Down & Rise Up: A Guide to FALL Wellness

As summer yields to fall and the vibrant energy of long days gives way to cooler breezes and crisper mornings, September arrives as a sacred threshold. In Ayurveda, this seasonal shift marks the beginning of Vata season—a time governed by the elements of air and ether, bringing lightness, dryness, mobility, and subtlety. It’s the season… Read More

Diversity & Equity in the Modern Yoga Practice

Yoga, at its core, is a practice of unity—connecting mind, body, and spirit while fostering a sense of collective well-being. As I shared last month from Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, I teach Yoga as the practice of getting connected with our authentic selves AND our community. However, the accessibility and inclusivity of yoga have historically been… Read More

Spring Renewal: Detox Practices for Inspired Living in Mind, Body and Soul

There is nothing I love more than transformation. Spring is a season of transformation—a time to shed the heaviness of Winter and invite fresh energy into our lives. In the world of yoga and Ayurveda, Spring is associated with Kapha dosha, which can convey as sluggishness, congestion, or heaviness. As such, Spring is the ideal… Read More

Resolutions Don’t Work

With the holidays done (?) perhaps decorations yet to be put away, it’s time to Begin Again. It’s a new year, with new possibilities. But it’s also not a blank slate, is it? I’ve been running around trying to tie off ALL the loose ends and pending tasks on my to-do list. Like that’s ever… Read More

WINTER: A Time for Introspection and Reflection

As the year draws to a close, we find ourselves in a season of transition—a time when the world slows down, the days grow shorter, and the air carries a hint of quiet contemplation. I LOVE transitions! I’ve had a lot of practice and have gotten really good at navigating them with grace and ease…. Read More

Navigating Change: Yoga Therapy for Emotional Transitions in the Fall

As the air cools and the leaves turn brilliant shades of orange and red, autumn brings not only a shift in nature but also a time of personal reflection and emotional transition, many of us find ourselves navigating emotional transitions in addition to the slippery eaves and blustery winds. Seasonal changes —especially the shift from… Read More