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As we make our way through winter, it is necessary to bring more pitta into our lives and embrace our kapha. So while you are building heat with some hot asanas, consider taking some time for some yin practice. Here is another sequence courtesy of Gabrielle Harris, author of The Language of Yin. You really need this book in your life! Yin can bring us to our edge and can help with… Read More
We’ve all had that awkward first few yoga classes where we can’t understand how these people are putting their bodies in these crazy poses! Don’t worry, some people are just limber…you are not inadequate. Props are your best friends to aide your yoga. I want to point out that using props does not mean that you aren’t “good” at yoga. Trust me, you want to have some props around! There are lots… Read More
I wanted to bring more Yin into my life and stumbled upon The Language of Yin, written by Gabrielle Harris. I ALWAYS feel better after a Yin practice and wanted to share the love. Here is one of her sequences that can be found in the book. Remember that if you are new to Yin, go easy. It is a deep practice to be handled with care and an open mind. Yin… Read More
What do you do when things aren’t going your way? We all know the feeling. To quote the Friends theme song: when it hasn’t been your day, your week, your month, or even your year. It can be discouraging when things don’t go your way and you feel like you can’t catch a break. You aren’t grounded and may feel like you can’t focus or are feeling insecure. Maybe you feel powerless… Read More
Hey y’all! Shanti Om. I’m Emily, but most of my friends call me Em. I teach yoga and SEL at an elementary school in Houston. My teaching path these last 7 years has led me to new adventures and I’ve learned a lot about myself. I never imagined teaching yoga and never thought I could do it full time, yet here I am. In the middle of my masters program I decided… Read More
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