Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the convictions of things not seen." - Hebrews 11:1 What I believe inspires what I practice. Integrity. When I teach class, I constantly mention keeping your core engaged. I do this for several reasons (I'm...
Not so long ago, when I was able to attend a live class, our teacher (and my friend) Leanna, asked what came up for us when we practice Side Plank (Vasisthasana). There were different answers across the room. Some said how strong and how much a rockstar they feel like...
Letting go and creating space for something new. I think most of us have experienced the most interesting of years. With all the newness and awkwardness of what is next, there are some practices (habits) that keep me attempting to keep moving in the right direction....
Perfect tension is the just the right amount of tension that moves you up and lifts you up. Still requiring effort, but there is an amount of ease that carries you through the process. Welcome to a new series on mindfulness beyond your yoga mat. Yoga is one of those...
A quick and delicious (family-approved) gluten free muffin recipe. Updated in March 2021. Dark Chocolate Banana Muffins dry mixture -1 1/2 c almond flour -1/2 c coconut flour -1/2 c coconut sugar -1 tsp. baking soda -1/4 tsp baking powder -1/4 tsp. sea salt -1/4 tsp....
Sashiko stitching One of my hopes as a yoga practitioner and teacher is to practice what I learn on the yoga mat, in the rest of my life. There is always the most expected benefits: When you start moving more during a class (no matter the format), you will move better...
Click on the image to download, print for quick suggestions. The above food swaps and/or additions will support a healthy gut, which in turn will help you rest better, have more energy and boost your immune system. If you are also looking for some other way to ward...
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging. - Psalm 46:1-3 "If...
This recipe is a simpler version of a Squash and Smoked Pepper Soup from The Blue Spoon, a restaurant in Portland, Maine. I originally found in a copy of 3191 Quarterly: Autumn 2010. Years ago, when I was hoping to gain more confidence in the kitchen, and had too many...
Some of my favorite books that encouraged and inspired me through 2020, and are so good they are accompanying me into 2021, and interesting enough, a majority of them were books I had began/or read around 2016... - The Eternal Current by Aaron Niequest- A Year With...
“I’ve told you these things for a purpose: that my joy might be your joy, and your joy wholly mature. This is my command: Love one another the way I loved you. This is the very best way to love. Put your life on the line for your friends. You are my friends when you...
Self-care doesn't have to cost any money, nor take a lot of time. You know I will also vote for at least a few minutes of yoga, or taking time to just breathe. However, here are a few other friendly reminders to help you through the week.How are you taking time for...
We are what we repeatedly do.Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit.— Aristotle We share 5 ways to help you stay committed to your goals and build better habits, whatever they are... Here are 5 ways to begin the process of creating lasting habits. Be...
Autumn is the perfect season begin eating "in-season." There are so many nourishing vegetables to enjoy. They cook up beautifully as soups, into pies, cupcakes, and muffins. And on their own, with a little butter or olive oil, I feel like I'm eating dessert with the...
One "move" you can do to release tension in your neck and shoulders. How to: Either, stand against a wall or lie on your back on a mat (with knees bent). Place the ball between your spine and shoulder blade, where the neck, shoulder and upper back all meet. Keep your...
Below instructions is downloadable recipe card.Original recipe from Go With Your Gut, by Robyn Youkilis Ingredient list: - 2 bananas- 1 15-oz) can pure pumpkin puree- 4 eggs- 1/2 c. almond butter- 4 tablespoons butter, melted- 1/2 c. almond flour- 2 tsp. ground...