Empowered Wellness for Body, Mind & Spirit
With Valentines Day at the heart of this month, we tend to think of February as the month of LOVE. We think of all the special people… family, companions, friends, etc., in our lives with whom we share love. And it’s certainly wonderful to celebrate the loving relationships that we enjoy with others… that is …
As some of you may know, I gave up making resolutions a few years back because I found the process to be ineffective and even disempowering. Think about it… when we make resolutions like I’m going to lose X pounds I will exercise 3x week I will eat healthier foods I will quit smoking… what …
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I often forewarn my students and clients that I will sound like a “broken record” when it comes to reminding you to BREATHE. If I had to choose ONLY 1 thing to do as part of my daily self-care practice, it would be mindful yogic breathing. So it’s usually the first thing I recommend to those …
As the summer season comes to a close, many of us find ourselves naturally slowing down and falling into a more regular routine of school, work, etc. After a busy, hectic, fast-paced summer I welcome the advent of Fall and it’s calmer quieter energies. In fact, the autumnal equinox (day of equal light and dark) …
My last post was about the first principle for good posture: Engaging the Core. To refresh… Strong spinal alignment begins with maintaining the natural lumbar curve of the lower back. Too much curve (a condition called ‘lordosis’) and the anterior pelvic muscles experience congestion/constriction while the posterior muscles of the gluteals and hamstrings become overstretched …
With Valentines Day approaching, I was inspired to create a little heart opening meditation that focuses on the heart chakra. For those that may not be familiar with the chakras (one of the energetic systems of our bodies), there are 7 main chakras — 5 exist along our spine, one is at the “3rd …
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As we gear up for the season of holidays and festivities, there is so much for which to be grateful and to look forward! And along with that, there is also the reality of additional tasks to complete, meals to prepare, shopping to do, etc… which can potentially create added stress. How do we prevent …
Yesterday, we “sprung ahead” by setting our clock forward by one hour. For me this action is a form of preparation for spring time itself… and I don’t know about you, but I am very excited for spring to arrive! And as the spring season approaches, so does the anticipation of spring cleaning… in my …
Here’s your friendly reminder to allow yourself to fully ENJOY the experiences of this season and NOT get caught up in the “holiday hub bub”. The energy of the season can be full of distraction and overwhelm. I find that the key to staying present and focused amidst this chaotic and sometimes challenging time is …
As human beings, our greatness lays not so much in being able to remake the world as in being able to remake ourselves. ~Mahatma Ghandi **************************************************** What a thought-provoking and powerful statement! I think it’s especially applicable in today’s world where so much change and so many challenges are presenting themselves. It can feel overwhelming …