The Niyamas, or observances, tell us what qualities to cultivate. Saucha, cleanliness or purification, is the first Niyama. We cleanse the external by picking up after ourselves at the yoga studio; putting our weights away when we’re finished at the gym; and keeping our home clean and uncluttered. We purify the internal with meditation; being […]
Aparigraha, non-attachment, is the fifth Yama. We can become attached to anything, people, possessions, expectations about how life should be, our physical appearance, our routine, and even our journey toward enlightenment. When we cling to these, we can go to great lengths to avoid losing them. Aparigraha teaches us that rather than fearing an inevitable […]
Brahmacharya, moderation, is the forth Yama. Moderation means stopping before we’ve had or done too much. We can go overboard with anything, from work to food to exercise. Being distracted can cause us to overdo it. We’re at the gym thinking about food, planning our post-workout meal or watching cooking shows on T.V. While we’re […]
Asteya, non-stealing is the third Yama. Like ahimsa and satya, asteya means more than just the translation and it can be applied toward others, ourselves and the environment. We steal from others when we take from them; not just things, but also their time. We also steal from others when we neglect to give them […]
Satya, truthfulness, is the second Yama. We can practice satya within ourselves by living our truth and with others through truthful communication. We must speak the truth while still practicing the first Yama, ahimsa, non-harming. Truthfulness is not the same as honesty. If we are being honest, we are saying what we believe to […]
Our yoga practice doesn’t have to end when we roll up our yoga mat at the end of class. We can live our yoga all day long and we don’t have to give up all of our possessions and live in a cave to do it. We can take our yoga off the mat […]
Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishments. -John Rohn Breaking ‘bad’ habits is hard. Instead, create new ‘good’ habits to accomplish your goals. As the new habits become part of your routine, they will start to replace the bad habits. Better still, acquiring a ‘good’ habit in one area of your life will carry […]
My Journey into Journaling The path is made by walking. -Antonio Machado I am passionate about learning and growing. For me that includes listening to podcasts and audio books especially while driving between sessions and classes. I listen for inspiration and advise to improve my health, my life, and my business. A common theme among […]
Resolving to get fit and healthy in the new year? Here is a list of items to help you reach your goals in the kitchen, on the go, at the gym, and more! IN THE KITCHEN Nutri-bullet for smoothies. Digital Food Scale Small Food Processor for making hummus or crushing nuts […]
Add these staples to your grocery list. Find them at grocery stores, health food stores, and online. Protein Vegan Gluten Free Protein Powder Tempeh: fermented soy. Find it near tofu at the grocery store. PB2: Great in smoothies, oatmeal, curries, and baking recipes. NEAT Meat Substitute: A blend of ground nuts, beans, […]