Yoga & Gut Health
It’s been well documented that practicing asana, or the postures of yoga, helps with a variety of physical and mental ailments. Yoga can help with muscle tension and arthritis, even anxiety and stress responses. One area of our health yoga can improve that is often overlooked is digestion. Digestive issues are prevalent in our society; countless people suffer from things like IBS, Crohn’s disease, etc. Many yoga poses promote gut health, and in today’s post we’ll learn about why that’s important for both our physical and mental well-being.
Anxiety and Yoga – 3 Ways Yoga Helps Reduce Anxiety
Ah, anxiety. Whether we experience it chronically or only in specific situations, we all recognize the unmistakable way our minds and bodies react with the fight-or-flight response. Personally, anxiety manifests as an accelerated heartbeat, shallow breaths, and hands that sweat and tremble. My thoughts spiral into a whirlwind of darkness and hopelessness. It’s an unpleasant […]
Mindfulness
We act in the moment with all our hearts because we are learning that that is all there is. We are finding that the only result worth achieving is being here now. All other positive outcomes are by-products of our present moment awareness. ~ Rolf Gates With all the holistic health buzzwords circulating in today’s […]
Somatic Movement
As we journey through life, we naturally gravitate towards familiar patterns and behaviors that have proven effective for us in the past. However, this inclination to stick with what we know, even when it no longer serves us, can inadvertently perpetuate our own suffering. Similarly, our muscles exhibit a tendency to retain and repeat patterns […]
Preparing for Your 1st Yoga Class
As a newcomer to yoga, it’s not uncommon to feel intimidated by the concept of taking your first group class in a studio. You may assume the other students will be seasoned practitioners who have mastered their practice, or feel self-conscious about trying unfamiliar poses in front of others. Maybe the process makes you nervous; […]
Finding Inner Peace: The Transformative Power of Meditation
Starting a meditation practice can feel intimidating, especially when your mind is full of constant chatter and it seems like you’re not making any progress. But even though it may feel like you’re doing nothing except sitting on a cushion with a tornado of thoughts swirling around, meditation is far from a waste of time. […]
Tuning into the Benefits of Sound Healing
Sound healing is a powerful and ancient practice that has been used for centuries to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. By using frequencies and vibrations, sound healing can help to release tension, reduce stress, and create a sense of inner peace and relaxation. In recent years, sound healing has gained popularity in the Western […]
The 7 Chakras
The resurgence of interest in the concept of chakras and its associated science is indicative of a broader societal shift towards embracing traditional methods of healing in our Western culture. As curiosity and acceptance of practices like ayurveda, yoga, and Reiki continue to grow, the chakra system has emerged as a central component of these […]
The Essentials: Everything You Need to Know About Essential Oils
Once in a yoga class, as we settled into savasana, the instructor went around and applied a dab of lavender essential oil to each of our foreheads and temples. The scent was truly amazing, and I found myself thinking, “I want to smell this forever.” I immediately bought some for myself and, because I had […]
Reiki 101
Have you ever heard of Reiki energy healing? It’s a form of alternative therapy that has been gaining popularity in recent years. The practice involves the use of hands-on or hands-off techniques to channel energy into the body, with the goal of promoting physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. While Reiki may sound like a new […]
