Krista Oakes
The Power in the Pause: How Stillness Can ...

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.

The Power in the Pause: How Stillness Can Transform Your Day
Krista Oakes
What does Om, Shanti, Shanti, Shanti mean?

Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti is something we chant together at the end of every one of my classes. But what does Om Shanti mean? In this short video I created for my Mindful Monday series I offer my explanation for this chant.

What does Om, Shanti, Shanti, Shanti mean?

If You Only Had 5 Minutes, What Would You Say? (Finding Your Core Message)

If You Only Had 5 Minutes, What Would You Say? (Finding Your Core Message)

What is your core message? Following a recent experience where I had only five minutes to share my life's work, I challenge you to find your own essential truth. If you only had five minutes to inspire the world, what single, most important passion or lesson would you communicate?

Why Start Tomorrow When You Can Start Today?

Why Start Tomorrow When You Can Start Today?

Why wait until the holiday season is over? The motto shouldn't be "why do today what you can put off until tomorrow." Instead of delaying your yoga and meditation, choose to start your self-care practices today. This is the best way to manage stress and make your well-being a priority.

What It Means to "Hold Your Seat"

What It Means to "Hold Your Seat"

What does it mean to hold your seat? This meditation concept means choosing to observe sensations and thoughts—like an itch or a holiday demand—without immediate reaction. Learn how to stay steady, pause, and choose your response in daily life, especially during busy times.

Essential Yoga Etiquette for a Mindful Practice

Essential Yoga Etiquette for a Mindful Practice

Learn essential yoga etiquette to make your practice mindful! Tips include arriving on time, respecting others' mat space, and the crucial step of turning off your cell phone. Honor the sacred space of the studio for yourself and the community.

The Power of Impeccable Words (Stop the Gossip)

The Power of Impeccable Words (Stop the Gossip)

How does gossip truly impact you and others? Learn why the first of The Four Agreements is to be impeccable with your word. This week, notice when you speak about others and choose kindness, positivity, and love instead of gossip.

Morning Wake-Up & Organ Massage Twist

Morning Wake-Up & Organ Massage Twist

Start your day with a Morning Twist! This simple, standing exercise uses gentle swinging to create a self-massage, stimulating your internal organs, boosting energy, and calming your nervous system. Try this mindful practice first thing in the morning to awaken your body.

Zen Swing for a Mobile Spine and Lymphatic Boost

Zen Swing for a Mobile Spine and Lymphatic Boost

Need a quick energy boost? Learn the Zen Swing! This simple, rhythmic standing movement boosts spinal mobility, releases neck tension, and enhances your lymphatic system. Try this easy exercise for just one minute a day to feel looser and more energized.

Know the Difference: Child's Pose vs. Puppy Stretch

Know the Difference: Child's Pose vs. Puppy Stretch

Child's Pose and Puppy Stretch are often confused, but they serve completely different purposes! Learn the key difference: Child's Pose is a restful pause, while Puppy Stretch is an energizing lengthener. Use this tip to be intentional and enhance your yoga practice.

Two Chairs for Total Rest (Chair Savasana Modification)

Two Chairs for Total Rest (Chair Savasana Modification)

Do you struggle to truly relax in a chair? Discover a simple, genius modification using two chairs to create a fully supported rest that mimics floor Savasana. Learn how to release tension and find deep, wakeful rest without ever having to get on the floor.

The Courage to Leap Anyway

The Courage to Leap Anyway

Courage isn't the absence of fear; it's being afraid and doing the thing anyway. Discover how to take a leap despite your fears, whether it's walking into a new yoga class or having a difficult conversation. Find the courage to take the next step and live a more powerful life.

Humility and the Art of Shining Brightly

Humility and the Art of Shining Brightly

Humility isn't about making yourself small to let others shine. It's about recognizing that we can all shine brightly at once. Discover how to celebrate the strengths of others without diminishing your own light, creating a world where everyone can shine.

Fear vs. Intuition: How to Tell the Difference

Fear vs. Intuition: How to Tell the Difference

Have you ever had a gut feeling so strong you couldn't ignore it? But how do you know if that feeling is true intuition or just fear and anxiety holding you back? Discover the key difference between these two powerful emotions and learn to discern your inner knowing from lingering worry.

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The Power of the Fold

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The Power of the Fold

Have you ever seen an inversion table that hangs you upside down for spinal decompression? Discover how you can get similar benefits of an inversion through a simple forward fold. Learn how to overcome the natural resistance to fully let go and experience profound relaxation and freedom in your body.

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Tap into Your Body's Energy Flow

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Tap into Your Body's Energy Flow

Have you ever considered the energy stirring in your body? Discover how a simple shift in posture can help your energy flow freely, making you feel stronger, more active, and less stuck. Learn the key to tapping into your body’s natural energy system and cultivating a more energized state.

Unclench and Unwind – Releasing Unnecessary Tension

Unclench and Unwind – Releasing Unnecessary Tension

Are you even aware of the tension you're holding in your body? Discover why we habitually clench and how to consciously release unnecessary tension. Learn a simple practice to find more relaxation and freedom, allowing your muscles to remember how to unwind.

Bringing Your Yoga Practice to Everyday Life

Bringing Your Yoga Practice to Everyday Life

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.