It is truly crazy to think that I arrived at the hospital at 6 A.M. on Monday, and departed a mere 13 hours later. I was fully expecting to stay overnight; I anticipated that the pain and instability would take more time to manage. It turns out though, that my pre-op preparations were more than sufficient to help me bounce-back…
Read MoreAs a physical professional, a healer of bodies, and an expert in injury prevention, talking about people’s pain has been a daily practice for me. It has also left my perceptions skewed as to how much I expressed my own experience of pain.
Read MoreA yoga teacher-colleague and I often engage in some good ol' Q&A. Some good information flows through these conversations and I'm happy to share this with you.
Read MoreThe movements of the shoulder blade play an integral role in the stability of your core, but many of us have very stuck shoulder blades. Cat/Cow is a great way to mobilize AND strengthen this system.
Read MoreAhimsa. The very first tenet of the path of Raja Yoga. The first Yama. Do No Harm. Treat all life with respect, kindness, non-violence.
Read MoreA clunky metaphor for how to be patient and remain present in the process when all you want is the freedom of a quiet mind.
Read MoreA colleague of mine recently emailed regarding a message I offered in one of my last trainings. I am posting her inquiry here and my response; I invite your take on this and an open discussion.
Read MoreIn one of my last workshops we looked at the anatomy of the hip and discussed some of the risks involved in over-opening this joint.
Read MoreAs I drove through Eastern Washington into North Idaho on Friday, I was overwhelmed with memory. Not specific memories from my youth, but a visceral memory.
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