Disclaimer: Before diving into this post, I’d like to clarify that the thoughts and experiences shared here are entirely my own. They do not reflect the opinions or positions of my current or former employers or colleagues. This blog is a personal reflection on my journey and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. I […]
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JOIN THE 5 x 5 YOGA CHALLENGE: FACE YOUR FEARS Are you ready to step out of your comfort zone and dive into the depths of courage, vulnerability, and trust? Let’s embark on this journey together! In this 5-day challenge, we’ll explore heart-opening poses, balance postures, and poses that push us to persevere when things
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Note: The postings on this site are my own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Humane Society of Huron Valley. Welcome to a heartwarming journey where yoga meets feline companionship! For the past two years, I’ve had the incredible opportunity to teach cat yoga at the Tiny Lions Lounge and Adoption Center
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I never thought that yoga would help me buy a house, but it did. I know you probably think of yoga as something you do in tight pants on a rubber mat, but if you pay attention, you can practice yoga anywhere. I applied the yamas and niyamas to the home-buying process. It helped me
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The following story is a fictionalized narrative based on my experience of what it’s like to practice savasana at the end of a yoga class. It is not based on any particular person I know in real life, and I chose the name “Maya” as the main character. Hope you enjoy! On the Path to
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The air in the studio was buzzing with anticipation as thirteen students walked into my Introduction to Yoga class at the local rec center. The last rays of sunlight faded beyond the horizon as the evening arrived. Behind their eyes, I saw more questions than they would dare ask aloud. This post is for you,
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It’s easy to fall off-balance, so how do you get back into your window of tolerance? Or first, what is a window of tolerance? The term coined in 1999 by Professor Dan Siegel refers to the emotional state where a person can thrive and function at their best. The three zones within, above, and below
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The untouchable, endless cosmic force that lives in each of us can only experience this life through the nine gates of the senses. By controlling the senses, there is more space for that divine presence.
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Know your audience to make the strongest connections Your RYT200 program probably had a section on anatomy and philosophy, but did it teach you about marketing for yoga teachers? Hi, I’m a certified yoga instructor and marketing analyst. In my spare time I found some juicy insights that might help you get more students in
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If you’ve been playing with the idea of starting a home yoga practice then now is a great time to dive in! I say that because here in the US, winter is quickly approaching. This change is coming after about nine months of social distancing and isolation for many. Even after things get better –
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