Browsed by
Category: Mindfulness

When the Body Speaks: Inflammation, Digestion, and the Art of Listening

When the Body Speaks: Inflammation, Digestion, and the Art of Listening

Comments 0 Comment

A reflection on traditional wisdom, personal experimentation, and how to listen to your body without turning every sensation into a diagnosis. I recently read a thoughtful post by Scott Blossom that stayed with me because it named something many of us are tempted to brush aside: persistent fatigue, unexplained muscle or joint discomfort, recurring digestive problems, and brain fog. The article is a useful reminder to notice patterns in the body instead of dismissing fatigue, discomfort, or digestive changes as…

Read More Read More

Vacation Without a Vacation: How I Learned to Rest Without Taking One

Vacation Without a Vacation: How I Learned to Rest Without Taking One

Comments 0 Comment

A vacation without a vacation sounded impossible to me for a long time. I didn’t take a real trip for five years, not because I didn’t want to, but because life kept giving me perfectly reasonable excuses: Work. Family. Finances. “Next year.” Then another year passed. And another. Before I knew it, five years had gone by without packing a suitcase or stepping away from my everyday life. For a long time, I thought rest had to wait until I…

Read More Read More

New Year Resolutions: Why Words Matter More Than Willpower

New Year Resolutions: Why Words Matter More Than Willpower

Why New Year resolutions fail and how changing your language creates lasting change? I started working on a New Year’s newsletter for my students and realized quickly that it needed more space. What was intended to be a short reflection became a deeper look at why words matter more than willpower when we set intentions. Once the Twelve Holy Nights are over and the first week of the new year settles, something always shifts for me. The urgency of January…

Read More Read More

Harnessing Lunar Energy For Skill Growth

Harnessing Lunar Energy For Skill Growth

The new moon phase started last Friday, November 1st,  in Swati – one of the 27 lunar constellations in Vedic astrology. In Ayurveda, the new moon is a time for introspection, rest, and renewal. Meanwhile, Swati Nakshatra represents a unique blend of independence, adaptability, and communication, making it a powerful nakshatra for those seeking exploration and personal growth. This lunar phase is ideal for setting intentions, purifying the mind and body, and aligning with natural rhythms. Whether you want to…

Read More Read More

Live Longer And Healthier Through Conscious Breathing

Live Longer And Healthier Through Conscious Breathing

My Honest Review of Eddie Stern’s “Healing Through Breathing: Four Lessons for Lasting Health and Happiness” Eddie Stern, a renowned yoga teacher, author, and lecturer, known for his work in the Ashtanga Yoga tradition, studied under the famous yoga master Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. He has co-authored and published several books on yoga and is involved in projects promoting the therapeutic and holistic aspects of yoga. “Healing Through Breathing” is a gem and a must-read. Having read it three times,…

Read More Read More

The Power of Letting Go: Balancing Between Routines and Spontaneity

The Power of Letting Go: Balancing Between Routines and Spontaneity

In high school, a friend left a quirky note in my yearbook: ‘May you always learn from others’ mistakes, just like I do.’ I never fully embraced her wisdom, not because it’s flawed, but because my learning style is uniquely mine. Much like my cooking escapades, where I diverge from recipes, and my approach to exercise, tailored to my body’s whims. When my son questioned my unconventional workout routine, I claimed it’s for health, but truthfully, I stick to my…

Read More Read More

Engaging With Your Breath

Engaging With Your Breath

Embark on your journey with three intentional breaths-it’s a gift we all share. Breathing isn’t just a mundane act; it’s a scale of vitality. Delve into conscious breathing; feel it in your lungs and down into your belly. Picture the air flowing through your nostrils, down to the Earth, and back up with each breath. In the rhythm of conscious breathing, let your mind take charge. Count your breaths, making the exhale a bit longer – your nervous system craves…

Read More Read More