Are you in your body? Pause and examine your experience. Right now. Before reading further. I don’t mean that I want a catalog of your sensations, your thoughts and emotions. Observing and cataloging is one way to connect with your somatic experience. It’s a core technique in many mindfulness practices. But observing and cataloging is […]
How To Balance Meditation, Parenting, and the Spiritual Life
I am a meditator and yoga teacher. These practices have brought depth to my life and helped me find perspective and purpose. But a year and a half ago, I became a mom for the first time. As you might expect, it’s had a big impact on my practice, but not in the way […]
5 Reasons Guys Should Do Yoga
Are you a guy who’s been wondering if yoga is a good fit for you? If you’re on the fence about yoga, check out this article by Jason Wachob of MindBodyGreen, in which he tells us why he got into it in the first place and his top five reasons guys should be practicing yoga. 1. […]
Meditation Goes Back to the Yoga Mat
Yoga in its full form combines physical postures, breathing exercises, meditation, and a distinct philosophy. Yoga is intended to increase relaxation and balance the mind, body, and the spirit. It was originally developed as a method of discipline and attitudes to help people reach spiritual enlightenment. The poses were traditionally meant to prepare the body for meditation. […]