Tag: yoga
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Healing Through Breath: The Power of Pranayama for Everyday Stress
“The breath is the bridge between the body and the mind.” When life feels overwhelming, most of us instinctively look for ways to change our circumstances. We organize our calendars, cross more items off our to-do lists, or promise ourselves that things will calm down “next week.” But what if peace wasn’t waiting in the…
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How to Quiet Negative Thoughts: A Yoga & Ayurveda Approach to Finding Inner Peace
Have you ever noticed how quickly one small thought can become an entire story? “I’ll never be good enough.”“I’m behind.”“I should be doing more.”“I’m failing.” Negative thoughts often arrive quietly, disguised as facts. Before we know it, they’ve taken up residence in our minds, coloring how we see ourselves and the world around us. The…
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Boost Your Fall Immunity with Ayurvedic Practices
As we transition from the warmth of summer (and second summer for those in the Midwest) to the crisp, cool days of fall, our bodies go through significant changes. This shift brings a unique set of challenges for our immune system, making it essential to adapt our wellness routines. In Ayurveda, the ancient science of…
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Mindful Practices for World Ayurveda Day Celebrations
As practitioners and lovers of holistic wellness, we celebrate World Ayurveda Day as an opportunity to deepen our understanding of Ayurveda’s timeless wisdom. Ayurveda, the ancient healing system rooted in India, has been guiding individuals towards balance and well-being for over 5,000 years. Celebrated annually on the Dhanvantari Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Lord Dhanvantari,…
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October Specials
The cozy months are finally beginning! If you’re living in the Midwest like me, you’re probably very ready for the temps to stay below 75 degrees. 🥵 In honor of the beginning of fall and a new season of Ayurveda, I’m offering discounts on private yoga and Ayurveda packages. Sign up for a private yoga…
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Finding Something New
I’ve been frustrated as I soul-search, afraid to make any definite decisions. But recently I came across a quote that resinated with me. “Before people can begin something new, they have to end what used to be and unlearn the old way.” – William Bridges
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Yoga Basics and Props
When it comes to yoga, there are a few basics and props I like to include in my practice. From my favorite mat to blocks and bolsters, I can’t wait to share my usual props and how to implement them into your everyday practice. While I do use these products regularly in my practice, this…
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Ayurveda Insight: Routine
When I talk to people about Ayurveda, most people have never heard of it. Some people have heard about the “diet” aspect of it and others have heard of the holistic aspects of it. But one of my favorite things about Ayurveda is that it establishes routine. Something that I struggled with for a long…
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Finding Time for Yoga
I am busy. Everyone is busy. And sometimes I forget to make the time for yoga that I want/need to. I work full-time in communications outside of H.E.Y and sometimes those 40 hour weeks seep into my free-time in the form of late meetings, deadlines, and anxiety. And on top of work priorities, I try…
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How Yoga Came Into My Life
Yoga draws in a variety of people from all walks of life. But everyone has their own story for how it came into their life. My first yoga class was in my hometown of Hiawatha, KS. I was 17 years old and knew very little about yoga. I was a lifeguard and about to head…
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