Breath practice is a listening practice. We live in a visual culture, but we are…
Gratitude does not lead to complacency
I’ll be honest. My gratitude practice has been a scanty one. It’s only when things…
Head vs. Heart
One of my favorite yoga instructors back in California used to always start his classes…
NASA, Yoga and Jon
The morning light falls across the room like a familiar voice, echoing thoughts of “that…
C H A N G E
We may try to ignore it but deep within we can sense it. I feel…
Why Practice? My Manifesto
The political is personal. The personal is practical. The practical is related to embodied daily…
Choosing the Right Medicine
My birthday is always a time of reflection, honoring the emotions that arise and exploring…
Why I Don’t Tell Students To Smile
When giving adjustments, I don’t tell people to smile. Why would I ask someone to…
Moving to Find Stillness
The physical limb of yoga, asana, was initially performed by ancient Indian yogis with the…
Please remember
Please remember. When it gets dark and scary and it feels like everybody left. When…
Doing The Best We Can
A few years ago, I was challenged by a wise teacher to consider the belief…
Lessons from Leaves
Yesterday, I gratefully accepted an unexpected offer of a ride across town. Conversation unfolded as…
