Perhaps you grew up with a parent that struggled with addiction. Perhaps you’ve been bitten by a dog and rushed to hospital. Perhaps your parents divorced when you were pretty young. Perhaps you were forced to grow up at an early age to step in as the second parent. Perhaps you’ve attended sixteen different schools … Continue reading Got Baggage? Let’s Unpack it Together
Our Nervous System Does What it Wants, Whenever it Wants…And Here’s Why Our nervous system is automatic. We are not consciously choosing most of what it does. It is always working in the background, watching for signs of safety or danger. We do not decide to tense our muscles, hold our breath, or feel our … Continue reading Feeling Stressed? Understanding the Body’s Stress Response Might Help
As a trauma-informed yoga teacher, my classes always focus on demonstrating how yoga is such a beneficial tool for helping regulate the nervous system. Whether I am teaching a Hatha based practice, or a yin practice when we gently undulate the nervous system we help expand our window of tolerance. This is particularly important because … Continue reading Yoga for the Nervous System
In today’s fast-paced world, it is no secret that stress is a common phenomenon that affects many of us on a daily basis. Whether it be due to work pressures, personal relationships, financial worries, or other sources of tension, stress can take a toll on both our mental and physical well-being. Understanding the impact that … Continue reading How Does Yoga Help With Stress?
Spirituality can contribute to resilience in a number of ways. One of the key aspects of spirituality is the belief in a higher power or a sense of connection to something greater than oneself. It is this belief provides us with a sense of meaning, purpose, and hope, even in the face of adversity and … Continue reading How Can Spirituality Help With Being Resilient?
Plants are often overlooked and underappreciated in our daily lives. We walk past them, cut them down, and rarely take the time to truly appreciate their beauty and importance. But what if we were to rethink our relationship with plants and truly understand the vital role they play in our existence? Plants are not simply … Continue reading The Power of Plants: Rethinking Our Relationship with Nature 🌱
Participating in a 31 day yoga challenge can offer a multitude of benefits for your mind, body, and soul. First and foremost, committing to a daily yoga practice for a month can help you establish a routine and create a sense of discipline in your life. By showing up on your mat every day, you … Continue reading Transform Your Mind, Body and Soul with a 31 Day Yoga Challenge
Prior to commencing my yoga journey, I had no idea what a chakra was and it wasn’t until my first yoga teacher training did I really start to understand their significance. As more and more people start to explore their wellness beyond the physical aspects of our ‘meat suit’, it’s important to explore our subtle … Continue reading Finding Balance Within: Hello Chakras
It is often said that being your authentic self is the key to living a fulfilling life. However, the truth is that many of us struggle with embracing who we truly are. We constantly worry about what others think of us, trying to mold ourselves into what we think is acceptable or pleasing to them, … Continue reading Be Unapologetically You: Embrace Authenticity and Let Go of Other People’s Opinions
Ever since I can remember, I have felt the need to constantly prove myself and my capabilities. The journey of raising a child by myself while also managing a career was often overwhelming, and the self-doubt was often debilitating. As a result, I often felt inferior or not good enough, leading to a desire to … Continue reading You Are Enough: The Things I Would Tell My Younger Self – Part One
Nourish Your Body, Mind + Soul 