The magic of yoga isn't confined to specific postures or a studio. It's about carrying its principles into everything you do, on and off the mat. Discover how to use yoga to find more meaning, joy, and richness in your daily life.
Embrace Your Inner Goddess – Strong, Open, and Beautiful
Beyond the Cushion – Finding Your Peace in Every Step
Strengthen Your Core with a Simple Move for More Freedom in Your Body and Mind
When life feels heavy or your body feels tight, sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is come back to your center—both physically and emotionally. Your core isn’t just about abs or looking a certain way; it’s the foundation that supports every part of your movement and holds you steady through life’s ups and downs. Strengthening your core helps you stay mobile, active, and strong, but it also builds a quiet confidence that carries into the way you show up in the world.
Doing the Hard Thing: How to Make Big Changes Happen
Have you ever faced something that feels really tough but also really important? Maybe it’s starting a regular gentle yoga practice, adding meditation for stress relief, or simply making time for yourself each day. The kind of hard thing that you know will help you grow but also feels overwhelming to begin.
Here’s the truth: the hardest part is often just deciding to do it.
Moving Your Spine: The Heart of Your Yoga Practice and Well-Being
When you think about yoga, you might picture graceful poses or flowing sequences. But at its core, yoga is really about one simple yet powerful thing: your spine. Every stretch, twist, bend, and fold you do in gentle yoga, chair yoga, or any practice is centered around moving and caring for this vital part of your body.
Turning Your World Right Side Up by Going Upside Down
When was the last time you went upside down? It might sound like a strange question—or like a challenge only for the super flexible—but going upside down, or practicing viparita (the Sanskrit word for inversions), can be gentle, accessible, and deeply nourishing for your body and mind. You don’t have to hang off the walls or balance on your head to reap the benefits. Even simple movements and mindful moments can turn things around in the best way.
The Power in the Pause: How Stillness Can Transform Your Day
Have you ever noticed how rushing from one thing to the next leaves you feeling scattered and tired? Sometimes, the best tool for finding your center isn’t doing more—it’s simply pausing. There is a quiet, gentle power in the pause. It’s a chance to catch your breath, check in with yourself, and invite calm into the mess of the day.
Breathing Joy Into Your Day: A Practice in Honor of Buffy
Some souls leave a mark so bright that even when they’re no longer here, their light keeps shining, guiding us to live fuller, more present lives. Buffy Pilloud Shaver was one of those souls—a beloved teacher, a deeply compassionate friend, and a radiant spirit in our community. She had a way of reminding us that joy and presence aren’t just ideas; they’re practices we bring into every moment.
In her honor, today’s Mindful Monday is about inviting more joy and energy into your body—and your life—through a gentle, accessible breathing practice she loved: Breath of Joy.
Take a Mini Vacation on Your Yoga Mat
Could you use a quick break—a real pause from the busy swirl of your day? I’m guessing the answer is yes. But you don’t need to book a trip or wait for a destination to find that rest and renewal. What if I told you your next mini vacation is right there on your yoga mat, waiting for you to step onto it?
Finding Your Strongest Warrior II: Grounding Without Pain or Strain
Finding Your Strength with Warrior Pose: Yoga for Grounded Power
Some days, life asks you to stand strong, to face whatever's coming with steady feet and a calm heart. But knowing how to find that strength—both on and off the mat—can feel elusive. When tension builds up or doubts creep in, it’s easy to want to shrink away or avoid showing your true self. Yet, there’s a simple yoga posture that can help you reconnect to your inner power and courage: Warrior Pose or Virabhadrasana 1.
Letting Go: The Art of Flying Free
Have you ever felt stuck, holding onto something that no longer serves you—maybe a job, a relationship, a belief, or even a physical space like your home? Letting go can feel like standing on the edge of a cliff, looking out into the unknown and wondering if you’ll fall or fly. But here’s the truth: in every moment of holding on, you’re also holding back from the joy and freedom waiting on the other side.
Renew Your Savasana: Gentle Chair Variation for Deep Relaxation & Stress Relief
Noticing the Everyday Miracles: A Mindful Practice to Bring More Joy and Presence
Have you ever had a moment that made you pause and wonder, How did that just happen? Not in a skeptical way—but in a way that leaves you wide-eyed and grateful? Sometimes, life hands you what can only be described as a miracle. Not always in grand, cinematic ways—but in small, subtle moments that shift the course of your day, or even your life.
Strengthening Your Practice One Block at a Time
Ever have one of those days where everything feels a little out of balance and you wonder if there’s something small you could do to pull things back together? Sometimes, a simple item can make all the difference in grounding both your yoga practice and your daily life. Today, I want to encourage you to embrace a handy tool that’s often underestimated: the yoga block (or, if you’re at home, maybe a book or even an Amazon box).
Exploring Health: Beyond the Usual Definitions for World Health Day
What pops into your mind when you hear the word health? Do you imagine yourself lifting weights at the gym or preparing a salad for dinner? Maybe you immediately think of going vegan or running a marathon. Let’s pause and look beyond those common images. What if health means something richer, something more balanced?
True Alignment: Go Beyond the Pose in Downward Facing Dog
Have you ever found yourself in a yoga pose and thought, "Does this look right?" It's a common experience to want our poses to look picture-perfect, but there's more to a pose than meets the eye. Let’s take Upward Facing Dog (Urdhva Mukha Svanasana) as an example. It's easy to focus on having straight arms and a lifted chest, but the real magic happens when we engage the correct muscles and align our bodies with intention.
Enhance Your Practice: Incorporating Eye Yoga Into Your Routine
Ever find yourself wanting to get more out of your time on the mat? As we look forward to this week's Mindful Monday, let's explore a practice you might not have thought of before—eye yoga. Yep, yoga for your eyes! Eye yoga, or simply moving your eyes deliberately during yoga or other activities, can give you more than you expected. It's a way to enrich your practice without adding extra time, because who of us couldn't use a bit more efficiency?
The Power of Self-Massage: Bringing Mindfulness to Your Self-Care Routine
Today, let's talk about a practice that often gets overlooked—the art of self-massage. Imagine being able to gift yourself with relaxation and rejuvenation without needing to schedule an appointment or wait for someone else's availability. Sometimes, giving yourself a massage is not just a choice; it's a necessity.