By now you’ve probably seen more than a few references to the vagus nerve on social media. This nerve has definitely been having its ‘moment.’ As I like to joke, the vagus is the new psoas. (I know all you seasoned yoga teachers out there will get that reference!) In all seriousness, though, the vagus …
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Why I Did A Personal Retreat – And You Should Too
My husband recently went out of town for a business trip, so I took the opportunity while he was gone to do a Personal Retreat. A personal retreat can look different for each person–you design it yourself, so you can let your creative juices flow–but ultimately it should include rest, rejuvenation and a connection to …
Real Self-Care: The Science of Subtracting
During a recent Zoom class in my ‘Live+Virtual’ Spring Yoga Detox course, I encouraged students to ponder where else in their lives they might need to doing some spring cleaning. Where do they need to let go, or lighten their load? I think this is something we all need to do from time to time. …
5 Reasons to (Re)Start a Home Yoga Practice
Even though it appears that the COVID pandemic may finally be in the rear-view mirror and many yoga students are feeling comfortable returning to their favorite yoga studios, there are some surprisingly good reasons to (re)start a home yoga practice right now, especially if you are a seasoned yoga student. Read on to find out …
Are You Sabotaging Your Self-Care?
What comes to mind when you think of the term ‘self-care?’ Many people think self-care involves a lot of time or money. Others believe that self-care is selfish. These ideas are completely false. Simply put, self-care is essential for you to be the best version of yourself. It isn’t about getting weekly massages or taking …
Are You A Stressaholic?
Addicts will tell you that their drug of choice made them feel good before it started making them feel bad. That makes sense if it’s something like alcohol or heroin but, according to clinical psychologist and author Dr. Lindsay Gibson, the same is true for stress addiction. Not all stress is bad of course, as …
Balancing Your Sensual 2nd Chakra
[VIDEO INCLUDED] In anticipation of my upcoming Journey Through the Chakras Live+Virtual course that begins January 9, and my Chakra Mini Retreat on February 18, I recently shared a blog post, How to Balance Your Root Chakra. Once you’ve cleared blockages and cultivated that stable foundation at your 1st Chakra you’re ready to move along …
Why You Need to Start A Meditation Practice in the New Year
Feeling stressed out, reactive, and overwhelmed lately? Wouldn’t you like to feel more focused, productive and relaxed instead? Research shows again and again that meditation can help. I know, I know, you’re too busy to meditate. You can’t sit still. It’s boring. You don’t know if you’re doing it right. Let me dispel some myths, …
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How to Balance Your Root Chakra
[VIDEO INCLUDED] The Chakras–or subtle energy centers within your body–are associated with particular functions in your body, as well as life issues and how you handle them. When you work with the ancient wisdom of these energy centers you can release physical and emotional blockages, gain insight into personal issues, and empower yourself to manifest …
Yoga and Your Feet
[VIDEO INCLUDED] I’ve been placing a special emphasis on the feet lately in the work I’m doing with some of my private clients. Let’s face it, for most of us, when it comes to the feet, it’s out of sight, out of mind. But the feet are our foundation–in yoga poses and in all our …