I’ll never forget during teacher training when asked, “How many types of yoga exist?” To which one student responded, “As many flavors of ice cream.” While it got my mind craving Three Twins cardamom ice cream, I thought back to an analogy of yoga as a dense forest. According to Bernie Clark, “Modern yoga … Continue reading Zen and Confused
“Happiness is only real when shared.” – Chris McCandless I choke up every time that line is quoted from the motion picture, Into the Wild. I think this sentiment can extend to sharing the healing power of music. This will be a short and simple post, but nonetheless, a gift from me to you. … Continue reading Bliss Out Restorative Playlist
It’s been almost two months since I last participated in yet another Yoga Teacher Training. Reflecting back on these experiences, it’s evident to me; a teacher training program can benefit anyone desiring more than a credential. The lessons learned and experiences gained, have transcended my every day life and left me with some of the greatest … Continue reading Why Pursue Teacher Training
In the high volume society we occupy today, it’s sad that we only rest when we’re forced to by illness. Something that I have taken note of in the last year, is that I haven’t been sick. Sure, I could point to several reasons why that is, but I believe it has to with prioritizing … Continue reading Rest is Best
Last month I seized an amazing opportunity to deepen my yoga education and practice. Josh Summers lead an amazing 30 hr. intensive Yin Yoga Teacher Training at Fish Tree Yoga. According to Bernie Clark, “Yin Yoga is not meant to be comfortable; it will take you well outside your comfort zone. Much of the benefit … Continue reading Yin Is In- a Love Story
Finally, I’m sure after much anticipation; I have a post on gardening. Upon moving to Pensacola, I had the pleasure of learning from Renee and Tom of East Hill Edible Gardening. I was initial drawn to organic gardening upon watching the documentary Food Inc. I found it fascinating that one of the best things you can … Continue reading Organic Gardening
After a six month hiatus from writing, I’m delighted to be back in this creative space sharing. The past six months have been marked by tremendous blessings that have kept the family quite busy. I came into a new position, we bought a home, and we traveled across the United States. I wanted to come … Continue reading Mango-a-Goji Berry Ice Cream
It’s the dog days of summer. It’s twelve o’clock in the afternoon and you’re hungry. In the midst of the peak heat, you can’t muster up the energy to move let alone prepare a meal. You desire something refreshing, filling, and if you’re like me; you’re trying to pacify pitta dosha. How about gazpacho soup? … Continue reading Cool as Gazpacho
This month, I’ve taken a step back to evaluate my yoga practice with honesty and kindness. I realized that practices such as yin, pranayama, and meditation had completely gone out the window. I was doing myself and my practice a disservice. Thank goodness for Yogaglo! For those of us that find it difficult to make it to … Continue reading Meditation: The Missing Link?
Ah, pesto…a family staple and dinner go-to when I absolutely have no ambition to cook. The byproduct of pure improvisation, I’ve found that substituting kale for basil was a risk well worth taking. When I first drafted this recipe, I had acquired a large sum of sunflower seeds and decided to substitute them for pine … Continue reading Kale Sunflower Seed Pesto
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