How (and why) to connect with your body now
It’s a catchphrase that often comes up in yoga classes and meditation recordings. Perhaps you’ve heard some version of “come into your body.” If you’ve wondered what that means, fair question. At face value, it doesn’t make any sense. My husband has been baffled by this for years. So today, I’d like to share how […]
Our thoughts are not neutral and insignificant, they matter
In talking to people about their one-word intentions for the new year, one of the responses that struck me most was “discipline.” Discipline gets a bad rap. It sounds naggy and annoying, but it doesn’t have to a be a strain or killjoy. Employed properly, discipline can help maximize happiness and success. I love it […]
Two visualization techniques for a more purposeful and less stressful 2023
We’re in a new year, but you’re probably dealing with the same old stress. New year, same you. That’s not a bad thing, though. I love the quote by Zen monk Shunryu Suzuki. He said: “Each of you is perfect the way you are … and you can use a little improvement.” We don’t need […]
Mindset workouts can take your wellness to the next level
I’ve been working on myself for a while. I exercise, pay attention to what I eat, occasionally get enough sleep. I do other random stuff too: I journal, keep my house sort of organized (as much as possible with 3- and 4-year-olds and a less-organizationally-inclined husband). Oh, and I take good care of my skin. […]
Yin yoga can open your body + calm your mind
Yin yoga may be the answer to the question you didn’t know you had. If you need help slowing down, clearing your mind or calming down (hello, everyone), this unique style of yoga is worth trying out. It’s the opposite of flowing and planking and building heat. Yin is characterized by stillness and allowing. In […]
The power of the pause
Pausing is the most valuable life skill there is. OK, that’s a little too strong, but it’s definitely a good one! Pausing creates this magical space where the path we’re on can suddenly take a turn for the better. It can be a game changer. It doesn’t come naturally, though. Being able to pause requires […]
4 tips for when you’re weary
The pace we keep in this life can be nuts. I’m personally going through a weird stage where I’m dragging like heck every Monday. It’s not because I’m hitting the social scene and having wild and crazy weekends. It’s because of two little people in my house who are extremely cute and extremely exhausting. Lately, […]
Two keys to positive change: mindfulness and small steps
We think a lot of thoughts. The best estimate I came across is that we think around 6,000 thoughts per day. Some people say that number is more like 60,000. Numbers aside, the point is that our noggins are basically always churning, and a lot of our mental material is the same old stuff, over […]