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Exactly As You Are
Radical self-acceptance is simply accepting yourself exactly as you are. It means releasing shame, high expectations, self-doubt, and...
Jul 29, 20222 min read


Acceptance and letting go
I had the immense pleasure of studying Tibetan Medicine at the Men-Tsee-Khang Tibetan Medical and Astro Institute in Dharamsala India in...
Jul 4, 20222 min read


What is SomaYoga?
SomaYoga was developed by Ann Maxwell and Molly McManus in Minnesota as a form of therapeutic yoga that is accessible to anyone. Part of...
Jul 2, 20225 min read


Intentional movement to inspire compassion
I believe that good things emerge from hard times. Shadows don’t materialize in the absence of light; they are cast from objects that are...
Jun 27, 20221 min read


Strength and appreciation
It’s been a week since I posted anything, and I planned to write a thoughtful blog about aging, perspective, and body appreciation. The...
May 8, 20221 min read


Cultivate new perspectives
The official first day of spring may have come last month but the sensory experiences of seasonal change are just arriving for those...
Apr 16, 20223 min read


Authenticity & Self-Appreciation
I had the pleasure of visiting Joshua Tree for the first time last month. Inspired by the beauty of our surroundings, my friends and I...
Apr 7, 20222 min read


Root down
I encountered several unanticipated events over the past two weeks that resulted in me canceling classes, rearranging my schedule, and...
Apr 1, 20222 min read


The uplifting impact of gratitude
I am basing this week's classes on a wonderful experience I had this past Saturday night. It’s been almost two months of restricted...
Mar 14, 20223 min read


Spinal Awareness
This week's physical practices are focused on spinal awareness. Have an injury? Sit a lot? Perform repetitive movements? Disrupted sleep...
Mar 6, 20222 min read


Pratyahara: withdrawal of the senses
I've been trying to scout out the perfect spot for leading practice while I am away. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to find it but...
Mar 1, 20221 min read


Adaptability and the Octopus
Why did I headline with the octopus and include a photo of an intimidating pretzel pose? I was thinking about my theme for the week and...
Feb 13, 20222 min read


Schedule for 2/6/22 - 2/12/22
This week's classes continue on the theme of what "living well" means in a time of fading New Year's Resolutions. We'll focus on upper...
Feb 7, 20221 min read


Getting pumped for the new year!
I'm getting pumped for the new year, new business, new beginnings! With New Year's resolutions beginning to lose their luster, it is the...
Feb 7, 20222 min read
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