“Ahimsa is easy…” So started a comment left on social media by an acquaintance that sparked an interesting opportunity for deeper exploration for me. I had been spending some time exploring Ahimsa ~ especially the subtle ways that we “do harm” (actually, that I “do harm”) and it was proving challenging in some unexpected ways….
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Ahimsa in Action: Your Committed Practice
I firmly believe in the transformative nature of a committed yoga & meditation practice. I also understand that the journey toward a committed practice can be an irregular one filled with starts, stops & steps both forward & back. To be honest, my own relationship with yoga was best described as on-again/off-again for many years. I…
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An Introduction to Ahimsa
We are beginning our exploration of the 8 limbs of yoga with the first limb ~ the Yamas. The Yamas are a set of ethical standards that ask us to consider more intentionally how we show up & move through the world. The Yamas outline ways of being in relationship with ourselves, others & the…
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3-day Intention Meditation
You can harness the energy of the fire element to support your intention-setting this new year with this simple 3-day practice to help you focus on your intentions & bring forward the qualities you will need to see those intentions manifest in the world. Use this practice after you have gained clarity about your intentions….
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… a community of healing arts professionals thriving and growing together while serving the wellness needs of the community with classes, services and events designed to inspire, empower, educate, and nurture the whole person ~ mind, body, and soul. … a safe space for everyone interested in the journey inward; a place where every person…
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Yoga is for Every Body
Yoga is for EVERY body. It is a message that may sometimes get lost in the popular images of yoga that seem to feature only the youngest, most fit of bodies. But in truth, yoga is for every body. It is a practice rooted in building a solid relationship with the truest version of ourselves…
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All Trees Move
Tree Pose (Vrksasana) is a staple standing balance that, through its many variations, can be made accessible for nearly any practitioner. Mastering the basics of Tree Pose requires trust in the stabilizing muscles of the legs and feet. When we start to wobble in the pose, our first instinct may be to “fight” the movement….
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The Practice of Letting Go
You will find that it is necessary to let things go; simply for the reason that they are heavy. So let them go, let go of them. I tie no weights to my ankles.” ~ C JoyBell C As the blustery cold of winter begins to recede, many of us will turn our attention toward a cleaning and clearing of our physical spaces…
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Routine Maintenance Required
A scenario played out for me recently that I would like to share. I was preparing to send out a note for Valentine’s Day about self-love and encouraging us all to be our own valentines. I had all the individual components ready but as I attempted to bring them all together, I experienced technical glitches…
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The Power of Intention
Understanding our motivations can be a powerful tool in creating a balanced life that feels aligned with our heart and soul. And when we consciously create intentions, we are empowering ourselves to guide our actions, words, thoughts and feelings in the direction of our choosing. Setting, holding and living our truest intentions is a…