Krista Oakes
Too Many Tabs Open? Try One Thing at a Time

Have you ever looked at your computer and realized you have more tabs open than you thought?

That happened to me recently while I was setting up for an online yoga class. I usually have my Zoom screen open, but for some reason I hit a button and suddenly every tab that was open on my computer showed up on the screen.

And I was mortified.

There they were: all the tabs, all the reminders, all the things I had been moving between. But it also made me laugh, because it was such a clear picture of what my mind can feel like sometimes.

Busy. Full. Jumping from one thing to the next.

Just like a computer with too many tabs open.

Too Many Tabs Open? Try One Thing at a Time
Living Mindfully
Krista Oakes
Authenticity vs. Integrity (Are You Showing ...

What’s the real difference between Authenticity and Integrity? While integrity is about doing what is right, authenticity is about being real. This week, learn how to align your "inside" feelings with your "outside" actions to live a more truthful life. Plus, find out how you can join our Authentic Living Circle starting this Wednesday!

Authenticity vs. Integrity (Are You Showing Your True Self?)
Living Mindfully
Krista Oakes
A 3-Step Process for a New Year with Intention ...

Prepare for a mindful transition into 2026! Ditch the rigid resolutions and try this 3-step process: celebrate your "brags" from 2025, express deep gratitude for your experiences, and map out your heart's dreams for the year ahead. Start your new year with clarity, joy, and intentionality.

A 3-Step Process for a New Year with Intention (Goodbye 2025, Hello 2026)
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?

Effective Communication

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Before You Speak: Three Questions That Help You Use Your Voice Wisely

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Before You Speak: Three Questions That Help You Use Your Voice Wisely

Have you ever said something with good intentions, then realized the timing was wrong? Or offered an opinion when the other person may have needed your presence more than your advice?

Mindfulness is not limited to meditation or gentle yoga. It can shape the way we communicate, too. A small pause before we speak can help us become more intentional about what we say, when we say it, and whether we are the right person to say it.

This is not about staying silent. It is about using your voice wisely.

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Stop Saying "I'm Trying": A Simple Language Shift for More Confidence

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Stop Saying "I'm Trying": A Simple Language Shift for More Confidence

Have you ever noticed how often the word "trying" shows up in everyday conversation?

"I'm trying to get healthy."

"I'm trying to go to yoga class."

"I'm trying to make changes in my life."

It sounds harmless. And most of the time, we say it because we are being honest. We are busy. We are human. We are balancing a lot. We want to make changes, and we may not feel like we are doing them perfectly yet.

But sometimes, that one little word can quietly take us out of the action.

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Stop Apologizing for Showing Up: A Mindful Language Practice

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Stop Apologizing for Showing Up: A Mindful Language Practice

Do you spend a lot of your time apologizing? It can become such a common habit that we barely notice we are doing it. We apologize when we are late. We apologize before asking a question. We apologize when we need a moment, when we do not understand something, when we cough, when we take up space, or when we simply show up as human. Of course, there are times when an apology is appropriate. A sincere apology can be meaningful and healing.

The 4 Words That Spike Anxiety (And What to Say Instead)

The 4 Words That Spike Anxiety (And What to Say Instead)

"We need to talk." Did your heart rate just spike? Learn why the way we start a conversation can trigger a "fight or flight" response—and how mindful communication can change the outcome. This week, I'm sharing the secret to initiating talks that build connection instead of anxiety. Plus, get the inside scoop on my upcoming Meditation Course designed for your real, busy life.