Hi! You likely haven’t heard of me unless you live on a very tiny island on the West Coast of Canada. This rainforest covered island is misty and dark green in the winter (which seems to last forever!) and bright and glittery in the summer, as the sun shines on the Pacific Ocean waters around […]
A lot of us meditate in and from our heads. But you know what? When we meditate, our whole heart and body is actually involved. If we don’t recognize that and consciously engage with it, we’re missing out on a lot of the wisdom and intelligence that’s naturally flowing through our experience each time we […]
The Maha Mrityunjaya mantra, an age-old Sanskrit mantra in the realm of yoga tradition, invokes healing, inner peace, fortitude and prosperity. The mantra unfolds deep layers of meaning, indicating transformative power. It emanates from ancient scriptures, holding spiritual wisdom and a position of significance among chants that encourage reflection, self-discover and meditative practice. The Maha […]
What is Vajrasana? Vajrasana, also known as the “thunderbolt” or “diamond” pose in yoga, is a seated posture that holds deep significance in the practice. ‘Vajra’ means diamond-shaped or thunderbolt. This pose is renowned for its stability and grounding properties. To come into Vajrasana, one kneels and sits back on the heels with the spine […]
Kid’s Yoga Teacher Training – in-person and virtual options Learn about all teacher training opportunities at this link Ready to learn to teach the foundations of children’s yoga? Do you love to work with children? Do you practice yoga or mindfulness? Are you ready for a meaningful next step? Join Lara this summer for the virtual […]
Do you find it harder to create friendships as an adult? Today we talk about friendships and how they can be difficult to navigate, especially during parenthood. Our guest discusses common conflicts that arise between parents as well as ways to better maintain these connections. If you are a parent or an expectant parent, this conversation will shed […]
Imagine this: you’re in the middle of a yoga session, striking a pose, while playful little goats are wandering around, curiously trying to interact with you. That’s goat yoga in a nutshell. Everything You Need to Know About Goat Yoga The stars of the show are usually Nigerian Dwarf goats or other small breeds, known […]
Video Audio In this guided meditation, we engage with different mindfulness practices to prepare for a session of basic mindfulness. We do this in order to ground our attention in the body. Specifically, in the heart center. As we engage with these embodiment practices, we slowly start to feel into our entire breathing body. This […]
What is Ashtanga Namaskar pose? Known as the Eight-limbed pose or the knees, chest and chin pose, Ashtanga Namaskar is the sixth pose in the traditional Surya Namaskar series. The name comes from the body touching the ground at eight points – the feet, knees, palms, chest and chin. It is also the perfect alternative […]
Compiled by the Sage Patanjali, the Yoga Sutras serve as the cornerstone of classical yoga philosophy, offering timeless guidance on various aspects of yoga practice and spiritual growth. They act as a comprehensive framework, outlining a path towards self-realization and inner transformation. Through concise and profound teachings, the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali provide systematic guidance […]
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