Author Archive for: melanie

Veterans Day – Your Inner Warrior

Veterans Day is a time to recognize the brave men and women who have served with courage, discipline, and heart. Their strength reminds us of the warrior that lives within each of us. In yoga, the warrior isn’t about fighting; it’s about standing strong in your truth, showing up even when it’s hard, and moving forward with purpose. Tap into

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Fall into the Light

As we move through this time of year, nature reminds us of cycles—light and dark, contraction and expansion, endings and beginnings. With the fall time change, our days appear shorter and darkness seems to arrive earlier. For many, this shift can feel like a challenge. But in yoga, we’re invited to see darkness not as something to fear, but as

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Halloween Yoga

Hello, brave yogis and friendly spirits! Halloween gives us the opportunity to stretch, breathe, and maybe cast a little magic. It’s is a time to have fun, let go, and step into a playful new energy—so feel free to shake off stress like a ghost dropping chains. Think of each breath as a spell of calm, each pose a little

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Fall into Balance

As we move into the fall season, nature invites us to slow down and find steadiness. The days grow shorter, the air cooler, and the energy around us begins to settle. Fall is a time to ground—to come back to center, to let go of what’s no longer needed, and to create balance within as the world around us shifts.

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A New Challenge

July 20th I was officially diagnosed as a type 1 diabetic. It still feels weird to say out loud. No one in my family is diabetic. I proceeded to experience the stages of grief as this was extremely shocking. There is no cure for this disease. I will have this for the rest of my life. If my blood sugar

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A Real Super Hero

Gratitude Day 8 Question: What have others done that you are benefiting from in your life (even if you don’t know who those people are)? It being Veterans Day the first people that come to mind are the military, the soldiers who have served and are serving our country. There is one veteran whom I am thankful I got to

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Gratitude Day 7: Openness

Gratitude Question #7: What’s an aspect of your personality you are grateful for? When I saw this question I was reminded how hard it is to praise yourself and also how important it is. I encourage you to to answer this question for yourself. I would say that I am grateful for openness. According to Psychology Today, “openness to experience,

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Gratitude Day 6: My Oracle

Gratitude Day 6 Question: Who is a teacher or mentor whose wise advice you still “channel?” Sue Magish, a.k.a. Oracle, a.k.a. The Old One, has been a teacher and mentor to me in so many ways. She is an inspirational teacher, mother, and friend. Sue is tough. She has been through hell and back and keeps going. Sue is smart.

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Gratitude Day 5: Work Hard Play Hard

Gratitude Question 5: What’s an aspect of how you were parented for which you feel grateful? I was taught hard work pays off. I figured out when I was very young that I could get money (allowance) for doing chores and then I could spend my money on what I wanted. My parents didn’t buy me everything I wanted. I

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Gratitude day 4: Super Dog

Gratitude Day 4: Who in your life provides small, friendly interactions that brighten your mood whenever you see them? Liberty (a.k.a. Libby) puts a smile on my face. Whenever I need a break from work she’s always happy to go for a walk or cuddle. She is super smart and knows how to use her cuteness to obtain treats from

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