As spring approaches, it’s finally time to come out of our hibernation state. It’s time to start moving again, building up heat to thaw the winter chill. As we look forward to thawing into the spring, I wanted to talk about tapas, or zeal in practice, self discipline, and more literally, “to heat up”.
Read MoreAs we reach the halfway point of January, I want to remind everyone, (and myself), that you are already enough.
New Year’s resolutions are usually well-intentioned, but they can quietly leave us feeling “less than” when we struggle to stick with them. While it’s wonderful to set goals and have something to work toward, it’s just as important to remember that we are already worthy, already whole, exactly as we are.
Read MoreIn the Tantric traditions, there is a beautiful concept called viśrānti. It’s commonly translated as rest or repose, but that doesn’t quite capture its depth.
Read MoreAs we move into a new year, many of us set intentions to practice yoga more consistently. And just as often, we quietly wonder why it can feel so hard to actually get ourselves to class — even when we know it’s good for us.
Read More“If you think you are enlightened, go spend a week with your family.” ~ Ram Dass
Read MoreWhen vata is high, the body and mind crave what is warm, stable, and nourishing. Through intentional practice and ritual, we can harmonize with the season rather than resist its natural flow.
Read MoreRead the blog post for Taylor’s retreat reflections. (Plus some bonus content if you read it all)!
Read MoreAs the air turns crisp, the days grow shorter, and the earth begins to dry and cool, we enter Vata season—the time of year dominated by the air and ether elements.
Read MoreSeptember is National Yoga Month, and as I read the responses from our students about why they started practicing yoga- and why they keep coming back- I felt inspired to reflect on my own “why.”
Read MoreAs summer begins to wane and early signs of fall emerge—cooler mornings, drier air, shorter days—we are entering a sacred threshold in the Ayurvedic calendar known as Ṛtu Sandhi (pronounced *ri-tu san-dhi*), which means "the juncture between seasons."
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