Counseling for Creatives + Talk Yoga
I went away for a long weekend to a retreat in Palm Springs. Aside from the sweltering heat (got up to 122 degrees!), it was a nice way to recharge and unwind. Being around other creatives in an unstructured setting was refreshing. I felt accepted and welcomed from the start. However, no amount of cool can […]
In a go-go world, we get caught up in the tailspin of chasing after a job promotion, marking off items on our to-do list, running errands, and doing household chores — all for a sense of completion, relaxation, and peace of mind. Too often, our satisfaction is delayed, stalled, or sometimes never comes because of […]
All around your universe, you’ve got things stashed, quiet and out of the way, “in case of emergency.” Maybe there is a fire extinguisher on the wall in case of a fire or a spare tire in your trunk in case of a flat. All of these things are unobtrusive ways of preparing for the […]
Staring at my screen, trying to think of what to write, and I realize I’ve been sitting in the same place for too long. It’s time to go for a walk. My body wants to move, and it dawns on me: this is my next blog post! Walking – it sounds simple, right? Yet, this […]
Lately, I’m obsessed with making yogurt bowls. You can have them as a snack, meal, and even dessert! While I typically avoid dairy, I make an exception for yogurt because it has a lot of probiotics, and it is good for your stomach. Who could resist, once you sample these delightful creations. My obsession started when my nutritionist recommended […]
Treat yourself to a few minutes of quiet time and gentle yoga at the end of the day. Yoga helps settle the mind and relax the body, and it can be done in the comfort of your own bed and pajamas. Before you get under the sheets, try these simple yet calming yoga poses to get […]
After attending IAYT’s Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research (SYTAR) last week in Austin, Texas, I am in awe of the impressive amount of research and health programs dedicated to helping people through yoga. The conference illustrated the positive impact yoga has on healing physical and mental conditions. Throughout the inspiring and insightful presentations, there was a common theme that […]
Summer is right around the corner, and for many this means getting out of town. Vacations can be just what the doctor ordered — however, time spent away from home can also wreak havoc on your body and your health if you’re not careful. For healthy travels, you’ll want to make sure you pack items […]
Do you ever feel like your life is on repeat? It’s as if you are in a time loop of Groundhog Day: get up, go to work, and get off work, only to end your day with repeated failures. Feeling stuck in relationships, cycles of addictions, or in a dead-end job can leave one at […]