Wrist pain. Every yoga teacher hears about it, and from all kinds of students — seasoned athletes and deskbound writers alike. I’ve had it, too. I think we’ve all paid […]
BODY/MIND
Mapping Your Center
Get grounded by drawing an imaginary line between your body and the Earth
I’ve been sitting on the couch a lot, looking at my phone, and balancing my laptop on my knees. In the past, I probably would have felt bad about this, […]
BODY/MIND
Rest Can Be Part of Your Resistance
Restorative yoga is not a nap, but a complement to all the action
It feels like just yesterday that we were all holed up, arguing on Facebook about opening up for the summer season and wondering what would happen. And then it did. […]
BODY/MIND
In the Spirit of Sangha, Don’t Go It Alone
With Covid depleting our social capital, mutual aid is good for your health
“See you Friday night at Sangha!” Hugh said to me on the way out the door. I looked at the schedule on the back of my manual and sure enough: […]
BODY/MIND
Practice Makes Practice
A dedication to learning, instead of to perfection
“Practice makes perfect” or “10,000 hours to become an expert” — we like to believe that if we do something long enough, we conquer it. Then we can set it […]
BODY/MIND
Isolation Workarounds
Quarantine pods, weighted blankets, and Earthing our way through
I’ve learned some things navigating this new normal as a single person living in a one-bedroom apartment. One is that there are things we can do to adapt and get […]
BODY/MIND
Heart Up, Twist, Breathe
A technique for times when doing more is just too much
“I’m exhausted. I’ve done absolutely nothing.” This is what I hear from friends, students, and family. I say it, too. We’re exhausted, but worried we’ve somehow missed the mark. Why […]
BODY/MIND
A Time to Voo
A breathing exercise that brings calm
Amid news reports of climbing infection rates, hospital bed shortages, and people ignoring guidelines during this unprecedented time, I can feel myself contracting. Lack of control has never been my […]
BODY/MIND
The Inner Marathon of a Silent Meditation
Embracing stillness, with an itchy nose
For as long as I can remember, there’s been a raucous dialogue in my head. Do this. Definitely don’t do that. Is that thing I said okay? Do they like […]
BODY/MIND
How to Resolve Not to Resolve
Starting the year with a clean slate and a Mason jar
Lose weight. Get a new job. Exercise more. These goals have been on my New Year’s resolutions list over the years, and maybe yours, no? Personal development and improvement seem […]
BODY/MIND
Counter Those Holiday Jitters with a Simple, Effective Tool
You’re anxious about being able to afford gifts for everyone on your list. The company party sounds like the worst idea in the world. Someone you loved recently died and […]
BODY/MIND
Press Pause: Developing Awareness with Yoga
Interoception makes us less likely to ignore symptoms of larger problems
Ever walked out of a yoga class feeling peaceful? Even-keeled? Like you had hit the reset button? Same here. It was what first hooked me. I reluctantly walked into a […]
