Yoga Education
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5 Journal Prompts for a Grounded Thanksgiving
A gentle pause for your mind, heart, and nervous system The holidays are beautiful—but they can also be overstimulating, emotional, and overwhelming. Between family dynamics, expectations, travel, and the pressure to “be grateful,” it’s easy to get swept into stress rather than presence. If you’re craving a moment to reconnect with yourself, these simple journal…
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What I Wish I Knew When I Started Yoga
When I first unrolled a yoga mat, I thought the practice was about flexibility, strength, and achieving “the pose.” I looked around the room at people folding themselves gracefully forward or balancing effortlessly on their hands and immediately felt a wave of comparison rise inside me. My inner dialogue sounded something like this: “Why can’t…
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Yoga Styles 101: How to Choose the Right Practice for You
With so many different styles of yoga available today, choosing the right practice can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re new to the mat. From sweaty flows to meditative stillness, yoga offers something for every body, personality, and intention. Whether you’re looking to build strength, reduce stress, or improve flexibility, finding a style that aligns with your…
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6 Simple Yoga Poses for Beginners at Home
Discover 6 beginner yoga poses you can do at home to build strength, flexibility, and calm. Perfect for starting your yoga journey today.
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New Moon in Virgo: Ground, Plan, and Flow
This Friday, August 22, 2025, the New Moon rises in the sign of Virgo at 11:06 p.m. PT (2:06 a.m. ET on the 23rd). The New Moon always signals a new beginning—a time to pause, reset, and plant seeds of intention for the weeks ahead. Unlike the Full Moon, which bursts with energy and illumination,…
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Intro to Yoga Nidra: Deep Rest for Newcomers
In today’s fast-paced, always-on world, deep rest can feel like a luxury we can’t afford. But what if there was a way to rest deeply while staying consciously aware? Welcome to Yoga Nidra, also known as “yogic sleep.” This ancient practice is growing in popularity as more people discover its profound ability to calm the…
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Is It Normal to Feel Emotional During Yoga?
If you’ve ever found yourself suddenly crying in pigeon pose, feeling a wave of sadness in savasana, or unexpectedly laughing during a twist—you’re not alone. Yoga is more than a physical practice; it’s a deeply emotional and energetic experience. While many people come to yoga for strength, flexibility, or stress relief, they may be surprised…
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Yoga vs. Stretching: What’s the Difference?
At first glance, yoga and stretching might look the same. Both involve moving the body into different positions, elongating muscles, and improving flexibility. So, it’s no surprise that many people use the terms interchangeably. But while stretching and yoga share some similarities, they are fundamentally different practices with distinct purposes and benefits. If you’re wondering…
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