“It’s high time you step forward and claim, DEMAND, WHATEVER it is that you want from life. Remember though, that the gatekeeper who will give it to you, is the same gatekeeper who has kept it from you . . . yourself.” – Anonymous My husband and I just returned from visiting family on the east coast. We flew into …
Can Yoga Really Build Muscle?
Just like Yoga Expert Rodney Yee, I have been asked, “What else do you do besides yoga for strength training?” It’s a well known fact that as we age, women need to be sure to continue to build strength to fight against osteoporosis – and yoga has been my first line of defense for years. Some people still think yoga …
Partner with Your Doctor
I went to my doctor yesterday for a follow up on my quarterly blood tests for hormonal imbalance and for my annual exam. Ok, you women out there, did you just wince at the words “annual exam?” I really like my doctor. She is a forward thinking naturalist who combines western knowledge with eastern philosophy and the result is someone …
My Body is a Resource
I have a mantra I like to use in life, “Use your resources!” But often times I forget which resources are available to me. I was recently reminded of a resource I often take for granted – my body. I went to a new yoga class last weekend. It was called “Heated Power Flow” Yoga. I knew it might be …
Re-Connect
I really enjoy connecting with others. I might do this over a cup of coffee, a phone call, or through teaching. It fills me up. It re-energizes me and makes me feel whole. So, often times I look for ways to connect, or re-connect when I’m having a bad day or if I’m really upset about something. After reading the …