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.
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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.
Lying down doesn’t necessarily mean we’re relaxing.
Sometimes I look around the room during Savasana and see someone lying perfectly still, but their body is still working.
Their arms are held close against their sides. Their legs are pressed together. Their shoulders are slightly lifted. Maybe their hands are still holding tension.
They’ve stopped moving, but they haven’t necessarily stopped holding.
Are you giving your body room to relax?
Have you ever gone to a yoga class and thought, I’m really here for Savasana?
I get it.
There’s something wonderful about getting to the end of class, lying down, closing your eyes, and knowing that for the next few minutes, there is absolutely nothing you need to do.
But here’s the question I want you to think about:
Why do we wait for yoga class to give ourselves permission to rest?
Think about how much of your day brings your body forward.
We sit at computers, look down at phones, drive, read, cook, garden, and reach toward the people and things that need our attention. Little by little, the shoulders can begin to round and the chest can feel closed.
And sometimes we close inward for reasons that have nothing to do with a screen or a steering wheel. Stress, sadness, uncertainty, and loss can leave us feeling protective of the heart space.
That is one reason chest opening postures can feel so valuable. They give us an opportunity to move in the opposite direction, physically and emotionally.
What comes to mind when you hear the words *chair yoga*? For many people, the image is limiting. They assume chair yoga is only for someone who is weak, incapable, or unable to do “traditional” yoga. I have heard this from student after student. But chair yoga is not a lesser practice. It is an opportunity to claim and own a practice that works for your body.
What if you came to your yoga mat without needing to know the “right” way to do everything?
For today’s Mindful Monday, I want to invite you to approach your practice as an experiment. Think of yourself as a scientist or a researcher. Whether you are practicing chair yoga, moving on the floor, or exploring a standing posture, you are there to notice, test, and discover what works for you.
This is not about mastering yoga. It is about learning your body and learning more about yourself.
When you are dealing with pain, injury, surgery, or a difficult season in your body, it is easy to think, "I can't do yoga right now."
Maybe you do not feel strong. Maybe your confidence has been shaken. Maybe your body is asking for more support than it used to.
But gentle yoga and chair yoga are not only for the days when you feel strong, flexible, or ready to do more. The beauty of this practice is that it can meet you in the season you are actually living.
Today, I want to share Kelly's story.
Kelly is a longtime student of mine, and she shared how much chair yoga meant to her during a time when she was dealing with back pain, hip pain, and then a hip replacement. In her words, when she could not do anything else, chair yoga was the only thing she could do.
That is powerful.
If you have been dealing with shoulder pain or a rotator cuff injury, it can be tempting to think, "I can't do yoga right now."
Maybe lifting your arm overhead does not feel possible. Maybe certain movements feel limited. Maybe you are afraid that if one part of your body is hurting, movement is simply off the table.
But with your doctor's permission, gentle yoga and mindful movement can still be supportive. The goal is not to force your shoulder to do something it is not ready for. The goal is to move with awareness, modify when needed, and stay connected to your body.
When foot pain flares up, it can be tempting to avoid movement altogether. If you have been hesitating to come to yoga because your feet are bothering you, you are not alone. This is a common concern, especially when discomfort starts affecting how steady, comfortable, and confident you feel in your body.
The good news is that gentle, mindful movement can still be supportive. With the right care, the right pace, and guidance that honors your body, movement may help you feel more comfortable instead of more limited.
If you have ever woken up with a stiff, sore back, you know how quickly it can affect your day. And if you are dealing with something more significant in your back, it can be tempting to avoid movement altogether. That instinct makes sense. When something hurts, we often want to protect it. But sometimes, with your doctor’s permission, gentle and mindful movement can offer the support your body is asking for. This week, I want to share one simple reminder: movement and yoga can support your back when practiced with care.
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Sometimes a static stretch isn't enough—you need to move the energy within. In today’s Mindful Monday, I’m sharing the Golden Seed Flow, a beautiful moving meditation that blends yoga and Tai Chi. Whether you need to wake up your body in the morning or shake off a midday slump, this flow is designed to build heat, release tension, and help you feel vibrant from the inside out.
Build strength and flexibility at the same time with the Plié Squat and Side Stretch! This Goddess Pose variation challenges your lower body while creating space in your spine and ribs. Whether you're using a chair for balance or going for the "Goddess fire," this mindful movement is the perfect way to build stamina and awareness throughout your busy week.
Want the deep release of floor yoga without having to get down on the ground? Discover the Two-Chair Full Body Stretch! Using just two household chairs, you can effectively stretch your hamstrings, compress for digestion, and open your hips with integrity. It's the perfect sequence for the office or home to build flexibility and awareness anywhere.
Do you subtly cheat in your yoga practice without even realizing it? As a yoga instructor, I often see students unconsciously "trick" themselves in poses like Chair Pose (Utkatasana) by substituting true leg strength for easy compensations. Find out why hinging forward and dropping your head doesn't actually challenge your legs, and how to spot this common mistake. This week's Mindful Monday tip shows you how to bring true body awareness to your practice and build strength with integrity.
