Have you ever really considered what your body is? It’s a magnificent, cooperative entity, some 37.2 trillion cells working in harmony. Your bones, tissues, blood, organs and skin all come together to support your life in physical form. But what...
Read moreSomething For You This Mid-June: An Invitation And An Important Question
“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” Howard Thurman, Theologian, Philosopher, Civil Rights leader. So what makes you come alive? What...
Read moreJune Is Bustin’ Out All Over’!
June is in full bloom — and just like the Rodgers and Hammerstein song, it’s busting out all over! So how about you? Are you bursting with energy and joy? Hanging on by a thread? Or, like most of us, floating somewhere in between —...
Read moreSomething for You This Mid-May: A Question & Two Invitations
“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” Howard Thurman, Theologian, Philosopher, Civil Rights leader. So my question to you is: what makes...
Read moreMoving from AAAngst to EaZZZe
A few days ago I was thinking about my May newsletter. The struggle of what to write gave rise to a familiar tension. But instead of letting it spiral into the usual storm of doubt, I turned to something unexpected — a quiet gesture to...
Read moreMy Current Meditation Practice in 5 Steps
1. Upon waking, even before I open my eyes, I say ‘good morning self’, and begin to name and feel into all the little aspects that I can appreciate right then: my pillow, blankets, mattress, the air, sound machine, the heat in the...
Read moreYoga-Shmoga!
“Yoga—Shmoga!” How does meditation relate? A friend once said that to me while explaining her preference for Pilates. I laughed, unoffended, because I knew that anyone who says that, simply doesn’t understand the depth of Yoga when...
Read moreEver Hear of Grandma Moses?
Ever hear of Grandma Moses? She came into my awareness when I was in my early 20’s, and ever since then, I’ve held her as a beacon of light for my own personal journey. Here’s Chat GPT’s version of her story: “Grandma Moses, born Anna Mary...
Read moreStay Calm & Yoga On – Healthy Tips
Here are some tips when coming to yoga: Bring your own mat if preferred. Clean mats before & after use – wipes available in the studio. Bring a towel or tissues for use on blankets or props. Wash your hands regularly, thoroughly. If you...
Read moreTools To Overcome Overload
What are your challenges these days? My list may sound familiar to you: Overwhelm, overload, to do lists….you may be familiar with that uncomfortable pressure or the flutters that whoosh through the body whenever you think about your tasks...
Read moreWhen Spirit And Science Come Together
You have a task to do. You’re resistant to doing it. You do everything you know to get yourself focused. Then, you get up. You get yourself your tea or coffee. You find yourself doing your ‘keep busy’ stuff, engaging in your favorite...
Read moreEveryday Yoga – Locate Your Off Switch
Here’s the scene: you’re driving somewhere – to work, to a class, a performance, a family function. Imagine yourself in your car and on your way. Now, 5 quick questions for you. What kind of driver are you, speed demon or cool & calm?...
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