This is one of my favorite quotes from the movie, “The Lion King.” As one who frequently mashes up quotes, cliches, and song lyrics, I feel a kindredness with that little warthog. Bless him. I actually googled this quote. Hundreds of millions of hits later, I sat in awe, my fingers not knowing what link [...]
One of the most eloquent, honest, soul-baring words in the English language is, in my opinion, the word “authentic:” True to one’s own personality, spirit, or character. Not false or imitation. To live in authenticity, then, is why I share with you my dilemma of the powerful panties. When we are able to share our [...]
Well, this looks cool! I was just sent an email from a friend about Yoga Rocks Mountain Fest ’09 in Lyons. Check it out – and I hope to see you there!
One of my friends recently posted a quote on my Facebook page by Dr. Nils Bergman: “The mother is the baby’s habitat.” That, dear readers, has encouraged quite the pause in my life. Imagine this with me: unmasked adoration on my baby’s chubster face when he sees me (especially when he’s hungry); seriously sweet hugs [...]
Often the hands will solve a mystery that the intellect has struggled with in vain. Carl G. Jung I have an obsession. It’s not a secret to those who know me or have been around me for any period of time. It’s something about which I read, practice, and luxuriate. I love touch. Lately, I [...]
Anthony Croc demonstrates. Enjoy!
It really doesn’t make any difference where you meet your edge; just meeting it is the point. -Pema Chodron This week has been one of true inspiration. Nothing profound happened, really. I simply received a text message from my neighbor suggesting that we trade perennials to expand our flower gardens. I was hesitant, because I [...]
In almost every class I’ve taught lately, I’ve asked the question, “What would you like to work on today?” Inevitably, hips and lower back work are requested, which admittedly are a constant source of collected stress. But what about those poses that we…hate. Fear. Shy away from. “Those” poses were always the ones that miraculously [...]
Check out this groovy new mat. May not do the trick in a packed studio, but I’m thinking I could totally learn to press up into a handstand on one of these…
Tanutara: Making of the Anusara Syllabus Poster from Ross Evans on Vimeo.