Category Archives: yoga

When Feeling Sad

Posted on February 18, 2020 by

      One of my favorite clients (and dear friend) recently told me she was feeling sad.   I wanted to quickly respond with “I hear ya, life’s tough!”, but having been through many of my own bouts of sadness, … Continue reading →

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The Power of Now Reflections

Posted on February 1, 2020 by

  There is nothing like watching a sunset while reading the words you scribbled eons ago in a good book.  There is a plethora of heart wise nuggets in Eckhart’s pages.   These three resonate with what myself, clients and friends … Continue reading →

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COBRA POSE – “I RISE JOYFULLY”

Posted on June 19, 2019 by

BHUJANGASANA:Cobra Pose MANTRA: “I rise joyfully to meet each new opportunity.” Benefits: *Helps you feel relaxed and reduces anxiety *Stabilizes digestion *Stretches muscles in the shoulders, chest and abdominals *Lifts your mood *Tones the arms *Decreases stiffness in low back … Continue reading →

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From Go, go, go to Slow, slow, slow…

Posted on May 26, 2019 by

It seems that at least every other client I work with shares that their primary health concern is adrenal fatigue… which we all know by now comes from chronic stress. What’s ironic is that this IS one of the conditions … Continue reading →

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Mindful Eating

Posted on December 3, 2018 by

MINDFUL EATING So often we eat mindlessly. We stuff food in while working on our computer, watching TV, or on the run. The pleasure of eating lies in slowing down and fully experiencing all elements of food. Take some time … Continue reading →

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YOUR MIND! OPT TO OBSERVE IT

Posted on July 16, 2018 by

How often throughout our busy workday do we genuinely observe where our mind naturally wanders?  Does it take us into a state of fantasy? humor? stress? fear?  More importantly – do we like where we end up..  The beauty of … Continue reading →

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8 SIMPLE SELF-CARE TOOLS

Posted on June 28, 2018 by

MEDITATION:  Believing that mediation requires an hour of silence in a zen-like atmosphere is a common misconception.  A mere THREE MINUTES! of stillness and focused breathing has proven to quell anxiety, ease depression and ignite a positive mental state.  Anywhere, anytime … Continue reading →

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