This is kind of a loaded question, but I feel confident answering it, and I’m gonna do my very best! I think the best way to go about this is to break it down, so let’s start with yoga… What does yoga even mean? According to Patanjali, the definition is right in the second sutra. Yoga is the cessation of… View Post
Backbends are notorious for causing strong emotions as you’re going deeper. I remember when I took backbends to the next level in my Ashtanga practice. In led classes, I thought I was deepening my backbends, but it wasn’t until I had the personal guidance from a teacher that they became more intense. I remember prepping for dropbacks just by standing… View Post
Ever notice how the kindest comment can make someone’s day, but just one negative comment can destroy someone’s week? Why are the emotional effects of the negative so much more extreme than the positive? This is an important topic. I find that there are tons of articles and posts about random acts of kindness, positivity, affirmations, and gratitude, but it needs to… View Post
I studied art history in college, which is something I rarely reference. I love that I got my degree in art history even though I never really used it. Actually, I used it for a split second when I worked at a museum, but it wasn’t for me. But seriously, I never really felt certain about any career when deciding on… View Post
Probably not because I made it up. But, you should totally do it. So, I didn’t make up the concept of SCRUM? You may have heard me talk about it because it’s changed my life. This is a project management system developed for companies to be more efficient and productive when creating programs and services. There is not a boss. Just a… View Post
This challenge starts October 1st! I’m super excited to announce this challenge because it’s been forever since I’ve hosted one. This one is special because I built it in such a way where you could create your own home practice. You’ll be learning a new yoga posture and the variations every other day. Then, you’ll alternate meditation and self reflection… View Post
Is it okay to take the day off from yoga when you’re feeling tired, exhausted, or drained? I can’t answer that for you. Only you know truly how you feel. Of course, the world won’t end if you do skip it, but I can’t promise you won’t create a minor setback either. Before you make the decision to skip practice… View Post
Do you have trouble getting yourself out of bed in the mornings? Does your body feel heavy, tired, or even a little tinge of sadness or confusion inside? You know you need to get out of bed, but you’ve just hit a rut in your life, and you’re not excited for the day. This has been one of those weeks where… View Post
Is there a posture that you constantly struggle with? Maybe you did it once, but could never do it again. Or, maybe you’ve been working on it for years. I’ve posted about mine right here, and right here again. Guess what, I’m still working on it! You’re probably going to different teachers or watching youtube videos like crazy trying to… View Post
The last post and video I created for headstand was about getting over your fear of falling, and with step-by-step directions on how to float into it. Although this video had an amazing response, and is the most visited post to date, I didn’t cover some of the most important aspects of headstand. So many people already have the strength to… View Post
Do you ever feel like you’re pushing yourself so hard? You’re always going above and beyond hoping that this time, your hard work will finally be noticed. I’ve always thought that to get anywhere in life, you had to go the extra mile, and work harder than the next person. But, I was totally wrong. What fun is it to push yourself… View Post
Ever notice how we’re always so focused on what we can’t do or don’t have? I do this all of the time. I wish I was better at prioritizing. I wish my businesses would instantly take off and make tons of money. I wish I traveled more! I wish I wasn’t so soft spoken so I didn’t get interrupted all… View Post
I know how intimidating it can be to go to a Mysore class. It can seem a little scary since group classes are way more popular. It’s totally normal to feel nervous about it. You’re not alone. I felt the same way, so I want to share my story with you to ease your fears a little… I practiced… View Post
I love being a home practitioner, but when I’m away from a teacher or shala for too long, I forget little tidbits of a posture. I never realize it until I go to a workshop or immerse myself in study, but there’s always something that I’ve been doing wrong, or forget all together. We could all use a little refresher at… View Post
One of the hardest things about being an at home yoga practitioner is being completely -> 100% <- accountable for your practice. I’m guilty of it too. I’ve been known to skip postures, be lazy in my practice, or just stop early. It’s so lame. If I’m in a yoga studio doing my practice there is no way my… View Post