The 5 Biggest Myths About Online Yoga I Once Believed

When COVID dropped on us six years ago, I was going to yoga 5–6 times a week. I had a monthly unlimited yoga membership. When we were forced to shift to online classes, I tried. It wasn't the same and I stopped attending. If you tried then and was like me and didn't like it, I urge you to try aga... Read More

Consistency is the path to renewal and discovery at age 76

Instant results and satisfaction drives human behavior. There is limited space for patience today and a value in results from consistency. One of my long time business partners from my sales career lives and breathes by the adage, "slow down to speed up." We are in a world of GLP-1's, quick fix... Read More

What Yoga Props Should I Buy? Guide to Blocks, Straps, Bolsters, and Mats

What do I need for gear to start yoga? This is a loaded question. While you do not need to purchase ANY props, they can make your practice feel better, provide better alignment, reduce injury, support healing, growth of practice, and make the experience more joyful. I LOVE PROPS! You can prob... Read More

Why Simon was wrong about touching your toes

So many people (cough, men) tell me they "can't" do yoga because they are the most inflexible person on the planet. Many then attempt to show me by reaching for their toes. The more muscle bound they are usually the more space between their fingertips and terra firma. 🌎 Stop trying to touch your ... Read More

The Miracle of Conscious Breathing

If you told me seven years ago that I'd be writing a blog post called, "The Miracle of Conscious Breathing", I'd have let out a deep, sarcastic belly laugh. Why?Because I still struggle with it. Hell, if you read my last post, even Ana Forrest called me out on it - nicely. Yes, I still hold my br... Read More

Snuggle Up to Your Fear - Meeting and Practicing with Ana for the first time.

This isn’t a Halloween post—it’s about one of Ana Forrest’s core teachings: snuggle up to your fear. When you get close and truly examine your fears, are they as terrifying as they seem? I’m not talking about global crises like nuclear war, but the irrational fears that hold you back, limiting yo... Read More

Steal No More: 5 Shocking Ways You're Pirating Others Without Knowing!

Asteya, the yogic principle of non-stealing, goes beyond taking things—it’s about time, energy, and ideas. I learned this the hard way saying “yes” to every request until burnout loomed. Here’s how to live Asteya off the mat. 1. Don’t Steal Time | Chronically late, like the Rabbit in Alice in Won... Read More

Yoga Studio or Gym? The Ultimate Showdown for Your Perfect Practice

The yoga world loves its sacred spaces, but let’s be real: not everyone can afford or vibe with a boutique studio’s incense-filled, bolster-stacked aesthetic. The debate over where to practice—yoga studios, gyms, or community classes—stirs passions almost as much as saying "Namaste" at the end of... Read More

8 Surprising Secrets to Transform Your Yoga Practice

Yoga is often misunderstood as solely a physical practice, or "Asana," in the Western world. However, Asana is just one of the eight limbs of yoga, designed to prepare the body for meditation and guide practitioners toward enlightenment. While Asana is essential, it’s not the only path. Here are ... Read More