My reflections on reading “Buddah’s Brain” (written by Rick Hanson & Richard Mendius, MD)

As I've been embarking on my 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training this year (turned virtual in March), I've been reading a lot of amazing books and I thought I'd share my reflection and life-changing takeaways. This also serves as a review and I highly recommend Buddah's Brain, although it starts off with a lot of… Continue reading My reflections on reading “Buddah’s Brain” (written by Rick Hanson & Richard Mendius, MD)

Staying Grounded during times of uncertainty: the root chakra

I have been studying the Chakras (vortexes of life energy placed at 7 different points on the spinal column) as part of an assignment for my 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training and was originally drawn to write about the Sacral and Throat chakra as I feel these both resonated with me and where I feel… Continue reading Staying Grounded during times of uncertainty: the root chakra

Taking a Leap of Faith on a Big Dream of Mine… I finally signed up for Yoga Instructor Training!

My Yoga Journey began in October 2017. During this time in my life I was anxious, depressed, and disconnected. I was struggling with disordered eating, perfectionism, trying to wrap my head around the news that I was “infertile” and feeling completely hopeless about my future. I have suffered from anxiety for most of my life… Continue reading Taking a Leap of Faith on a Big Dream of Mine… I finally signed up for Yoga Instructor Training!