The Highly Sensitive Gifts You Don’t Think Matter, But They Do
There is an irony in life: often, the parts of ourselves we overlook, suppress, or take for granted are the very gifts we are here to share. For highly sensitive people, this can feel especially true. Many of the traits that have been framed as “too much,” like feeling deeply, needing quiet, sensing subtle shifts, […]
How Yoga Nidra and Rest Support Your Menstrual Cycle
Yoga Nidra – or Yogic Sleep – is an effortless practice that has the power to transform your life, from the inside out. When we’re seeking ways to return to our natural rhythms and our inner flow, it’s important to remember that doing more is often not the answer. In fact, there is no ‘answer.’ […]
Your Sensitivity Is a Gift: How to Refine It Into an Advantage
If you’ve ever felt like you feel too much or care too deeply… If you’ve ever been told you’re “too sensitive,” or not blank enough… If you’re often overwhelmed, emotionally flooded, or like life hits you a little harder than it seems to hit everyone else… These are all very human experiences. And they can […]
Yoga Nidra: A Holistic Medicine for Burnout, Balance, and Belonging
Over the past decade, I’ve studied and practiced in various forms and branches of Yoga: from Bhakti and Jivamukti, to Yin, Pranayama, and Women’s Therapeutics. And while all of these forms of Yoga influence every offering that I make, there is one form in particular that I continuously offer as a teacher, a mentor, and […]
Summer Solstice Reflection Ritual: Tending Your Inner Garden
The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year — the moment in our seasonal wheel when the sun offers us the most light. As earth-dwellers, we’re part of this turning. The plants feel it. The animals sense it. And so do we, when we choose to tune in. Living in rhythm with the […]
Spring Spirituality: The Inner Soft Spot
“If we want there to be peace in the world, we have to be brave enough to soften what is rigid in our hearts, to find the soft spot and stay with it. We have to have that kind of courage and take that kind of responsibility. That’s the true practice of peace.” Pema Chödrön The […]
3 Simple Techniques for Energy Healing (Try Them Right Now!)
‘Energy Healing’ has become a buzzword, as more and more people are realizing the importance of taking care of the subtle energy body. Subtle energy is known by many names (in Yoga, we call it prana), but essentially, it is the animating life force behind all physical manifestation, including your body. Practicing energy healing techniques […]
Energetic Hygiene & Yoga Nidra
Exploring Sankalpa (Intention) in Yoga Nidra: Uncovering Inner Truth and Purpose
Introduction In Yoga Nidra, the term Sankalpa—often translated as “intention”—goes beyond mere goal-setting. It is a commitment to one’s highest truth and purpose, planting a seed for inner transformation within the subconscious. This article explores the meaning, history, and practice of Sankalpa in Yoga Nidra, highlighting how it can unlock layers of intuition and inner […]
What is Yoga Nidra? A Complete Guide
Introduction In a world where stress, anxiety, and burnout are becoming all too common, finding effective ways to relax and restore our minds and bodies is crucial. This is where Yoga Nidra comes in. It’s a powerful practice that not only promotes deep relaxation but also transforms lives. Whether you’re new to Yoga Nidra or […]