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"I became a teacher in the true sense when I recognized my teaching as a divine opportunity to be..."

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:31:19 -0400

“I became a teacher in the true sense when I recognized my teaching as a divine opportunity to be present at the birth of an individuals authentic self”

- Meditations From The Mat

Salamba Sirsasana (supported headstand) + open lotus/butterfly...

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:11:00 -0400

Salamba Sirsasana (supported headstand) + open lotus/butterfly position :)

Benefits!

Calms the brain and helps relieve stress and mild depression
Stimulates the pituitary and pineal glands
Strengthens the arms, legs, and spine
Strengthens the lungs
Tones the abdominal organs
Improves digestion
Helps relieve the symptoms of menopause
Therapeutic for asthma, infertility, insomnia, and sinusitis

I like to do headstands when i’m feeling kinda “eh”, helps turn my mood completely upside down and I feel totally rejuvenated!

* If you’re just starting out, try working it against the wall to find the right alignment (straight up) with your torso, hips, legs, and don’t forget to BREATH DEEP.

Namaste!

"Ordinarily the mind is scattered, one portion here, another portion there. It is necessary to..."

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 17:43:39 -0400

“Ordinarily the mind is scattered, one portion here, another portion there. It is necessary to collect the scattered mind and direct it towards one point.”

- Ramakrishna

Meditation lifts our spirits!

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 11:21:32 -0500

Meditation lifts our spirits!

Ease!

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:55:00 -0500

Hello! I hope everyone is having a fantastic day wherever you are. I want to take a moment to talk about practicing with ease. Our minds are constantly running until we find the time for stillness. When we find that time, it allows our mind to connect with the breath, the breath to connect with the body, and the body to connect with the soul. Staying mindful in each movement you make allows more space for exploration and creativity in your practice, and helps the practice become eased rather than forced. Keep these tips in mind before starting your practice:

1. Set an intention. Every time you practice whether it is just 5 minutes tell yourself why you are on the mat today and what are you trying to work through. Considering everyday we encountered different feelings, situations, people, environment which all contribute to our thoughts, words, and actions of that day. Set an intention and let your practice treat you!

2. Be aware, be very aware of…….your breath!! It is easy to forget about consciously breathing with our movement this is where the true benefits of yoga present itself! So remember to breathe in…………breathe out :)

3. Let the body FEEL the postures. Sometimes we find ourselves crunched for time so we speed up our practice, however this can lead to misalignment and loss of breath control! When you find yourself with only a few minutes to spare pick a few of your favorite asanas (postures) and take 5 to 10 breaths in each posture this allows you to actually feel benefits from the exercises rather than risking injury from rushing!

Remember theses three tips when you get on your mat and your practice will become your best friend!

Namaste…..

Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om

"Enhance the physical body, refine the emotions, challenge the intellect, and reveal the soul."

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 16:43:15 -0500

“Enhance the physical body, refine the emotions, challenge the intellect, and reveal the soul.”

- Jivamukti yoga

Virabhadrasana II (warrior 2) Whenever I am in warrior pose I...

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 13:21:00 -0500

Virabhadrasana II (warrior 2)

Whenever I am in warrior pose I feel strong and confident. I ground my feet, tuck my tailbone, engage my core and inner thighs, and lift to open my chest and arms out. Deep inhale lifts me right up and long exhale settles me into a deeper, calmer, grounded warrior pose. Experience strength, center, and peace in your body, mind, and soul. Surrender to the pose!

Namaste lovely yogis

Tuning into a deeper you connects truth.

Sun, 09 Dec 2012 16:48:02 -0500

Tuning into a deeper you connects truth.

"Yoga creates balance between head and heart, body and mind, soul and personality."

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 12:10:46 -0500

“Yoga creates balance between head and heart, body and mind, soul and personality.”

- Yogi Bhajan

"Yoga offers a better quality of life to many who endeavor to teach, with increased peace of mind,..."

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 13:30:12 -0500

“Yoga offers a better quality of life to many who endeavor to teach, with increased peace of mind, freedom and sense of purpose.”

- YogaDork

Fun! Yogi Bear!

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 21:53:31 -0500

Fun! Yogi Bear!

"The quieter you become the more you can hear"

Sun, 04 Nov 2012 15:58:59 -0500

“The quieter you become the more you can hear”

- Ram Dass

“May the light that shines in me shine in you and bring...

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 12:36:32 -0400

“May the light that shines in me shine in you and bring peace to all”

Namaste ॐ

"She who is grounded in the rhythms of Universal pulsation, without judging the world, quickly..."

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 14:41:09 -0400

“She who is grounded in the rhythms of Universal pulsation, without judging the world, quickly realizes that her truest being is one with Shiva. She thus dares to plunge into herself. Through immersing into the perpetual surge of her own Universal Consciousness, she is blown wide open; she becomes complete awakened and lives in the liberated state”

- Sri Ksemaraja/Spanda Karika

"You’re allowed to take to heart the things that resonate with you and leave the rest."

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 10:54:59 -0400

“You’re allowed to take to heart the things that resonate with you and leave the rest.”

- Yoga Journal

"Yoga is your direct intimacy with the nurturing power of Life. It is the practical means adapted to..."

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 16:26:22 -0400

“Yoga is your direct intimacy with the nurturing power of Life. It is the practical means adapted to personal needs, age, health and all cultures.”

- Mark Whitwell

Gandhi

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:47:29 -0400

Gandhi

Urdhva Dhanurasana (upward bound or wheel...

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 15:40:39 -0400

Urdhva Dhanurasana (upward bound or wheel pose)

Benefits!

Stretches the chest and lungs
Strengthens the arms and wrists, legs, buttocks, abdomen, and spine
Stimulates the thyroid and pituitary
Increases energy and counteracts depression
Therapeutic for asthma, back pain, infertility, and osteoporosis

"To get liberation you have to be completely desireless"

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 10:38:18 -0400

“To get liberation you have to be completely desireless”

- The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

"Quiet the mind, listen to the heart, & follow the soul~"

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 08:27:35 -0400

“Quiet the mind, listen to the heart, & follow the soul~”