Happy Little Things

Well well well...what can I say? The USA seems to be in a pickle these days. I have had conversations with yoga students, neighbors, and even my own daughter about the anxiety that comes with the current events.  On one particular evening, as I felt myself unraveling, I reached out to my yoga BFF. From studying yogic philosophy for years, you would think we would know all the answers about how to navigate difficult times; however, when we are in the thick of it, it is sometimes challenging to remember and to apply these important concepts. I asked her, "How...

In the realm of crystals, there are so many varieties that one might never stop exploring and learning. For example, amethyst, rose quartz, and smoky quartz are well-known visually and energetically. On the other end of the spectrum, there are crystals that are not as common in the marketplace, and we therefore are not as aware of them. Isn't it exciting when we make a new crystal discovery?! Allow me to introduce you to one of my favorite, lesser known crystals: apophyllite. Apophyllites are most commonly clear or green, often appearing as cubes or pyramids. These crystals are incredible at...

It's time to debunk a myth! This is actually my yoga instructor pet peeve. This gets under my skin and makes me want to scream. Of course, instead of screaming, I sit peacefully and smile because...you know...yoga instructor. Are you ready? Here it is: People try one yoga class. They don't enjoy it. They decide that the entire world of yoga just isn't for them. They never take another yoga class again. Ohhh. Just typing that makes me feel sad. Please, allow me to explain. The word "yoga" encompasses many many many activities. It is not just one type of...

This past December, I offered a 2025 Akashic & Oracle Report for the first time. I created a 12-month forecast for individuals using a combination of Akashic advice (guidance from Spirit Guides) and oracle cards. The reports were mailed out and these individuals now have a month-by-month guide to their specific energy in 2025. So fun! By spending hours creating these reports, I picked up on patterns in 2025 that seem to apply to everyone, as they appeared in almost every reading. I would love to share these insights so that, even if you do not have an individualized 2025...

As a yoga instructor who has taught in a variety of locations, there are certain patterns that surface regardless of time or place. 1) Students grimace every time you cue chair pose. (Me too.) 2) Students assume yoga teachers have it all figured out. (Big mistake - I'm here because, just like you, I'm a mess.) 3) Students assume only physically challenging yoga poses are beneficial.  Though I could spend an entire blog post about my emotions in chair pose, it is this third pattern that I would like to address today! From a yoga instructor's standpoint, one of the...