Yoga and Mental Health Series For this series of blog posts, I’m writing within the topic of mental health. If you are struggling with your mental health, I want you to know that you are not alone, and life can get better. I want to show you how it’s possible and teach you some of…
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Yoga and Mental Health Series My journey to becoming a yoga teacher was largely influenced by my struggles with mental health and recovery through yoga. For this series of blog posts, I’m writing within the topic of mental health. Living with anxiety and depression since childhood and post traumatic stress disorder in my early 20s,…
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Yoga and Mental Health Series If you’ve read my “about” page, then you know a combination of mental health issues and recovering through yoga is what led me to become a yoga teacher. For the next few blog posts, I’m going to be writing within the topic of mental health. Living with anxiety and depression…
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Yoga and Mental Health Series If you’ve read my “about” page, then you know a combination of mental health issues and recovering through yoga is what led me to become a yoga teacher. For the next few blog posts, I’m going to be writing within the topic of mental health. Living with anxiety and depression…
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Feeling sluggish? Practice this short heat-building sequence first thing in the morning to jump start your day, or give it a try during the afternoon when you need an energy boost. This sequence is perfect for seasoned beginners (who already know names of poses/have practiced basic yoga) to intermediate level. Practicing challenging and/or quick-moving yoga…
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Do you have trouble falling asleep at night? If so, try practicing this 15-minute yoga for better sleep video before bedtime. This short sequence is made up of floor poses and gentle stretches to help you relax your body and calm your mind to prepare for a restful sleep. This sequence is also a very…
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What does the word yoga mean to you? You might think yoga is just stretching. Or, maybe some images come to your mind of people in crazy, bendy, gymnast positions and arm balances. Yes, yoga involves moving the body into specific postures, or asanas, but yoga is different from other forms of exercise. How so?…
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Millions of people around the world suffer from depression each day. In fact, major depressive disorder (MDD) is the leading cause of disability in the United States for people ages 15 to 44. [1. “Facts & Statistics | Anxiety and Depression Association of America.” Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA. ADAA, n.d. Web.]…
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When we think about health, diet and exercise are typically the first things that come to mind. However, good health isn’t just about the physical body. Our mind and body are interconnected and affect each other tremendously. For example, a stressful situation causing negative thoughts can lead to physical pain or illness. It’s important to…
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