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Slowing Down to Heal: Finding Love for All Parts of Yourself emotional healing spiritual growth Dec 23, 2024

This morning, after one of those meditations where my brain was playing ping-pong, I moved right into my gratitude practice. It’s become my go-to morning practice to tap into something greater than myself - even when my mind won't "shut off".

 

I keep the practice simple. On one page, I write what I’m grateful for—like good conversations, small victories, or even my favorite coffee mug. On the next page, I write about what I want to happen in my life, but here’s the catch: I write it as if it’...

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How to Embrace Somatic Living: Slow Sundays and Simple Pleasures slow living Aug 11, 2024

How can we live a somatic life?

 

Living a somatic life means embracing a way of being that prioritizes awareness, connection, and presence in both the body and mind. It’s about tuning into your sensory experiences, emotions, and physical sensations to create a life that feels grounded, intentional, and deeply aligned with your true self.

 

Sundays are a great day to put this approach into action, or non-action, as it were...

 

To reset, rest, and prepare for the week ahead so that you can...

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Top 10 Tips for Creating Size-Inclusive Yoga Classes: A Guide for Teachers cueing yoga teaching skills Jul 01, 2024

Namaste, fellow yoga teacher!

 

Have you ever had that moment in class where you realize your cues might not be landing for everyone? Maybe you’ve noticed some students struggle to find comfort in certain poses, and you're wondering how to make your classes more inclusive. Well, grab your mat and a cup of tea (or coffee, no judgment here), because we’re about to dive into making your yoga space a welcoming haven for bodies of all shapes and sizes.

 

Here are my top 10 tips. Start here then I...

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New to the Mat? How to Bounce Back from Cueing Errors in Your Yoga Class! cueing yoga teaching skills Apr 06, 2024


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Are you a newer yoga teacher and still finding your teaching groove?

Listen, we all make mistakes, especially when it comes to cueing in a yoga class. But fear not! In this guide, we will explore how to bounce back from cueing errors with confidence and grace. Whether you stumbled over your words or lost your place in a sequence, we've got you covered. Let's dive in and discover how to navigate these common mishaps in your yoga teaching journey.



Take a Deep Breath and Kee...

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Cue like an Expert: Sun Salutation Practice for Yoga Teachers cueing yoga teaching skills Mar 29, 2024

 

 


Yoga teacher, are you feeling a bit overwhelmed by the art of cueing? Don't worry, you're not alone!

Cueing, or the art of using as few words as possible to guide your students into poses with proper alignment, can be a challenging skill to master. But fear not, because in this blog post, I'm going to walk you through some tips and tricks to help you cue like an expert. Specifically, we'll be diving into the world of sun salutations, a fundamental sequence in many yoga classes. So, get...

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Six Techniques for More Effective Yoga Cueing cueing yoga teaching skills Mar 22, 2024

 

Are you a new yoga teacher looking for ways to improve your cueing skills and feel more confident in your classes?

 

Cueing is an essential part of guiding your students through their practice, and it can make a huge difference in how effective your classes are. In this blog post, we'll explore six techniques to help you become a more effective yoga teacher and enhance your cueing abilities. Let's dive in and discover some valuable yoga teacher tips that will take your classes to the nex...

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