The Gift of Gratitude: the perfect holiday gift
I'm making gift giving a little easier this year with The Gift of Gratitude!
Purchase one for a loved one and I’ll thank you by giving you one too. It’s the gift that comes right back to you:)
Are you tired of buying more STUFF?
Are you looking for something more meaningful to give - something that could affect huge change in someone’s life?
Do you think that being more positive, hopeful and optimistic could make the world a better place?
If so, I have the perfect gift for you. It’s a simple online course called The Gift of Gratitude!
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It's Time To Expand
I have to say that in many ways, I’ve felt myself held hostage by this election cycle. And while to some extent, it is still playing out, I do feel like a weight has been lifted and my body is ready to expand again.
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A message on election day in the U.S
A message on election day in the U.S….Hang in there everyone!
I'll make this short and to the point:
This is an intense time.
Your are not alone.
You have the inner resources you need to take control of your nervous system and calm yourself down.
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Mindfulness, stress and physical sensations: how are they connected?
Did you know that one of the best ways to lower anxiety is to practice interoception; the skill of paying attention to the sensations in your body? This simple practice of shifting your awareness from your mind to your body can calm your nervous system and reduce ruminating thoughts and anxiety. It also strengthens a part of your brain called the insula which is the center of the mind/body/brain connection.
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The Beauty and Benefits of a Diaphragmatic Breath
You’ve probably noticed that I am all about exploring myriad ways to use mindfulness techniques to dissolve stress. I love that we can reduce stress with gratitude and compassion practices or by working with guided meditations that help rewire limiting self-beliefs. I love that object meditations, breathing techniques, body scans and yoga nidra also help us relax, not to mention mindful movement like nature walks and yoga. And don’t forget interoception - the skill of paying attention to the sensations in your body. The list is long!
But maybe what I love most is the elegance of a diaphragmatic breath!
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What's the link between compassion and stress?
We all have negative voices spinning around in our heads sometimes. That’s normal. The questions is, how much air time do those voices get?
Here’s why the answer to that question is so important.
Negative self-talk can turn on your stress response and send you into fight or flight.
On the other hand, self-compassion is one of the quickest ways to reduce stress because it can turn on your rest and digest system and break the stress loop.
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What is the connection between relationships and stress?
Did you know?
Loneliness increases stress.
Relationships of all kinds decrease stress. That’s true of both the deep connections we have with family and close friends as well as the more casual relationships we have with people we say hi to in passing.
Having support in our lives greatly reduces our stress levels and positively affects our health.
Research shows that strong relationships are among the top markers for happiness
Today more than ever, we need to build connections, to move away from social isolation and towards community!
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Cultivating Connection
Over the last few weeks, Your Yoga has been exploring the cravings of the 3 major parts of the brain. Our brain stem wants to feel safe and secure. Our limbic system wants to feel comfortable and satisfied that it has everything it needs. And this week, we are exploring our cortex, the higher level part of our brain that is nourished by love and connection. Read on for a free meditation and webinar offer….
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