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November 2, 2021
Refining Fire (Tapas) 🔥
The practice of yoga is part of a gradual process of deliberate internal and external transformation.” Nicolai Bachman TAPAS, the third of the niyamas, is considered one of the most powerful concepts in the Yoga Sutras. The word “tapas” comes from the Sanskrit verb “tap” which means “to burn.” The traditional interpretation of tapas is …
October 25, 2021
What Do You See In The Mirror?
We are all mirrors for each other. The qualities we see in the people around us are directly related to the traits that exist in us. We attract individuals into our lives that mirror who we are. Those you feel drawn to reflect your inner self back at you, and you act as a mirror for …
October 19, 2021
✨Goosies✨
Inner Smile Meditation — Adapted from Jennifer Reis Yoga. Your inner smile is glowing golden inside of you all the time! All you have to do is become AWARE of it, and a beautiful thing happens — you begin to sense how it fills you with joy, awakens positive qualities, and radiates your shining light. You may …
October 11, 2021
Be Still.
Be still and know that I AM God. ~ Psalm 46:10Be still and know I AM.Be still and know.Be still.Be. Our intention this week is to explore MEDITATION. In the classical yoga tradition, asana yoga is practiced as a preparation for seated meditation. Yoga Nidra, Restorative, and Yin Yoga are also wonderful meditative practices. What exactly …
October 5, 2021
Focus Your Energy✨
I decided many years ago to ditch the Post-it® notes and reduce the reminders. For decades, I thrived on structuring my days and completing tasks deemed important. My practice of yoga kept encouraging me to let go of control, to let life flow naturally — just like with the breath. So, I gave up the …
September 27, 2021
Allow ❦
This week’s theme is simply the word ALLOW — very open-ended, very individual. What am I allowing in? Who am I allowing into my life? What am I allowing for? Am I allowing myself to be inspired? To embrace change and grow? What do you want to show up in your life? Allow for that. …
September 21, 2021
Autumn Aspirations 🍁
Originally posted on ✨Love ~ Serve ~ Inspire✨:
The Autumn equinox is the moment where our days and nights find equilibrium, marking the start of a seasonal shift. We take this time to reflect upon the past few months and the lessons learned along the way. A new season is a great time to set some new intentions…
The Autumn equinox is the moment where our days and nights find equilibrium, marking the start of a seasonal shift. We take this time to reflect upon the past few months and the lessons learned along the way. A new season is a great time to set some new intentions…
September 11, 2021
Survivor Story
Originally posted on ✨Love ~ Serve ~ Inspire✨:
In 2013 and 2017, ?I was blessed to visit the?9/11 Memorial?in New York City — both incredibly moving experiences. One of the amazing stories to come out of the 9/11 tragedy is that of the Survivor Tree. A poem written by Faith A. Johnson describes it well: The Survivor…
In 2013 and 2017, ?I was blessed to visit the?9/11 Memorial?in New York City — both incredibly moving experiences. One of the amazing stories to come out of the 9/11 tragedy is that of the Survivor Tree. A poem written by Faith A. Johnson describes it well: The Survivor…
September 1, 2021
Soul Biz 🦋
Want to share your words, inspire others, be part of a loving community of authors, and expand your reach…all at the same time? I’m so happy to share this opportunity for you to become a contributing author in the upcoming book Soul Biz: Practical Tips & Heartfelt Wisdom for Entrepreneurs, Solopreneurs, & Creative Souls! It …
August 30, 2021
Shine On ☆
Originally posted on ✨Love ~ Serve ~ Inspire✨:
Be all you can be. “Step out into the night air. Look at the stars. See how they shine. Know that it is okay for you to shine too. Who told you you had to hold back? Who told you your gifts, your talents, your beauty—your natural, beautiful, loving,…
Be all you can be. “Step out into the night air. Look at the stars. See how they shine. Know that it is okay for you to shine too. Who told you you had to hold back? Who told you your gifts, your talents, your beauty—your natural, beautiful, loving,…
