My Yoga Journey (In Short)

I originally tried yoga as an exercise regimen… My personal journey with yoga started in a superstore when I was 19 years old. I was in college full-time, in an abusive, long-term relationship, and my home life was challenging. I was stressed and directionless. I was not taking care of myself.  I had heard so much about

Yoga Props 101: Common Props & Uses

I compiled a list of the most common yoga props. Now, a quick note: You don’t actually need any of these props to practice yoga. (Including mats!) However some, or all, of these props may help you develop a more personalized and enjoyable practice. Props can be used by absolutely everybody, regardless of experience or

Benefits of Yoga: Body, Mind, & Spirit

The word “yoga” is derived from the Sanskrit root “yuj” which means “to yoke” or “to unite.” This refers to the uniting of universal consciousness with that of individual consciousness. Yoga truly is for the body, mind, and spirit. When these are all in harmony, magic happens! It is a common misconception that yoga is

Improve Your Brain with Meditation

Meditation is typically well known for its relaxation benefits, but the benefits go way beyond easing stress levels. There are many other kinds of benefits that come out of regular meditation. Photo credit: “Brain” (CC BY 2.0) by dierk schaefer In this post, I specifically want to share the results of several scientific studies that analyzed affects on