Postpartum Finding time to practice yoga with a 2 month old baby is hard enough. Add in the facts that there are VERY few options in a small town, and I am not willing to leave my baby with anyone other than my husband, yet... There's very little asana these days. Yoga also looks... Continue Reading →
Yogi Diaries 5
Coming back to Yoga and Accepting YOUR journey... This week, I had a new woman come to my yoga class. She was very kind and happy to be there, able to practice. However, as soon as I walked in, she started talking about her body in a negative way and complaining of her physical capabilities. ... Continue Reading →
Yogi Diaries 4
Why it is inconsiderate to be chatty in yoga class... Having the opportunities to teach yoga to different groups of people in several environments, I have noticed how talkative some people tend to be. Now I don't mean asking for a modification or asking any question or laughter is not allowed. Even mentioning something to... Continue Reading →
Yogi Diaries #3
[ alignment ] They said being a yoga teacher would forever change the mind as a yoga student. I cannot take or teach a class without watching alignment (mine or the students) closely. It is very important to keep the practice safe and have proper alignment to work the muscles effectively. The anatomy of yoga... Continue Reading →
HEALING Teaching yoga outside the comfort of a studio can be intimidating at first, but wow, have I seen some beautiful gifts! One of the handful of classes I taught at the park was one of my most memorable times as a young teacher. All these classes were during the summer, right around when all... Continue Reading →
I'm going to be journaling some of my most memorable, influential, heart-warming, and interesting moments that have happened during my first year as a yoga instructor. EMOTION If you have taken a class of mine, you know how much I love heart and hip openings, setting positive intentions, and teaching self love. I believe... Continue Reading →