In line with the principle of Ahimsa, which translates as “non-harming,” as yogis we’re continually looking for ways to live in a peaceful way on and off the mat. This includes seeking ways to minimize our impact on the environment. Living green and remaining in balance with nature is not just something to practice at home. We have a responsibility to try to live it in all we do, all over the world—including how we do our yoga and where we go on vacation. After all, why should we live at home … [Read more...] about Is Your Yoga Earth-Friendly?
Is Your Head on Straight?
Freeze! Don’t move and notice your posture. Chances are–if you’re reading this on a computer, tablet or smart phone–your head and shoulders are hunched forward and your spine is rounded. Your neck, jaw and dominant arm may also be tense. This common habit, known as “forward head posture,” can lead to a wide array of ailments–from headaches, neck and back pain, to problems with respiration, circulation and digestion. Even dedicated yoga practitioners, who have wonderful alignment on the … [Read more...] about Is Your Head on Straight?
Lululemon Pledges a Perfect Fit for Your Next Yoga Pants
This is about as breaking as news gets in the yoga world, so we had to share. Perhaps inspired by the infamous comments of lululemon’s founder, lulu’s latest product offering/innovation appears to be a yoga pant that fits any body, shape, or size… Here’s the specs on the pants in case you’re still wondering whether this is a good option for you: Goodbye pants, hello comfort…Have a nice weekend! … [Read more...] about Lululemon Pledges a Perfect Fit for Your Next Yoga Pants
What I Learned About Life from a Prenatal Yoga Book…
I completed my 200-hour teaching certification just over two years ago this past January. As in most general 200 Registered Yoga Teacher trainings, we spent a very brief section of our time learning how to teach to pregnant women. Perhaps because I am not a mother, and have never been pregnant, I didn’t retain much of the information that I learned during that module of training. So, when I was inevitably faced with pregnant mamas in my general Hatha Flow classes I was terrified, honestly. Not … [Read more...] about What I Learned About Life from a Prenatal Yoga Book…
Learning to Practice Yoga in Paris Without the Glamour
I brought my yoga mat with me to Paris even though it cost me an extra forty bucks to take it on the plane. Sure, I could have just tossed the mat and gotten a new one in the city, but somehow that felt cruel. My mat had always supported me. Through work stresses, backaches, breakups, boredom and general life anxiety. On the mat I’d allowed myself to really get present, to become more aware of my mind chatter and even silence it from time to time. I’d learned how to do headstands, build upper … [Read more...] about Learning to Practice Yoga in Paris Without the Glamour
Growth is Uneven by Design
Throughout my life the spiritual truth that has resonated with me was one of unevenness–the concept that we do not grow at the same rate in all areas of our lives. Our growth is uneven by design. Take your life and visually divide it into four major sectors: finances, work, health and relationships. Which piece dominates your daily existence? I share Anais Nin’s belief that: “We do not grow absolutely, chronologically. We grow sometimes in one dimension, and not in another, unevenly. We grow … [Read more...] about Growth is Uneven by Design
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