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In my teaching, writing and self practice, I strive for honesty and authenticity to craft an intentional life-by-design.

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I believe that we –anyone, all of us– are capable of a lot more than we realize. It’s just a matter of taking things into our own hands and working within our timezone. Anyone can learn how to craft the life they want. Yoga, meditation and mindfulness are tools to help.

“The cure for depression is action.”

Yvon Choinard

Meghan Hatalla designs custom yoga and meditation practices, wellness or life design articles, corporate programs and more. We might be a good fit for each other!

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6/6 5/6 4/6 3/6 2/6 1/6 Square or 4 count breath is exactly what it sounds like. Loosen up your neck by rolling your shoulders, dropping chin to chest and consciously relax. The box breath, or 4 count breath, is exactly what it sounds like. Inhale and count to 4, hold for 4, exhale for 4, hold for 4, and do it again. I forgot reels are limited to 90 seconds so had to trim out my little intro relaxation piece 🙈 but add a few neck rolls and shoulder work for maximum relaxation! To be honest, I haven’t officially been diagnosed with SAD or a SAD-related condition (i.e. bipolar disorder is usually associated with SAD). But in my 38 years on this spinning rock, I have identified a few things that do help me feel better in the bleak mid winter. And no it doesn’t involve a happy light (I have one, but I forget to use it all the time).