Ah July, season of heat and humidity in Minnesota. July always brings a feeling of enduring and getting by versus thriving and growing to me, for some reason. I blame my Kapha heavy constitution. I want to conserve energy amongst the fields and join the waiting for the harvest. While June made use of the …
Yoga teacher training (or YTT) is a big step for any practitioner, and one that deserves a fair amount of consideration. Here are some of the things I’ve learned and experienced over the past few years as a student and an instructor/student pursuing advanced certifications. For reference, I did my 200 hour training with Maria …
Every month I choose a theme around which I’ll center my classes, playlist, and cueing style. I want it to be somewhat evergreen, but also infused with current events. A snapshot in time. Our theme this month is the June solstice. Having previously worked in higher ed, where May is a huge rush to wrap …
I’ve had more than a few struggles with regulating my hormones. Adult acne, regulating menstruation and fertility issues, and more have plagued me for at least the last couple decades of my life. I’ve tried various ways to manage these issues, but I think I’ve found a keeper with healthy fasting, or intermittent fasting. How …
Healthline provides a robust list of the (possible, caveat emphasized) benefits of caring for houseplants. Basically, ensure that you’re selecting nontoxic plants that won’t trigger allergies or irritate sensitivities. Keep an eye out for infestations. But overall, the benefits of plants, or bringing something that is living and breathing into your space, tend to improve …
