03/01/2026
The holidays are beautiful. They are also intense.
Our attention moves outward, our energy is pulled in many directions and without realizing it, the inner balance of our system shifts.
In yoga, we understand that everything in nature, including our own minds and bodies, is shaped by three fundamental energies called the "gunas." Which are comprised of:
Tamas; the energy of rest and grounding.
Rajas; the energy of movement, action, and motivation.
Sattva; the energy of awareness, clarity, calm, and inner harmony.
All of them are necessary...and often, when life becomes full, fast, and outward focused, these energies easily fall out of balance.
We sleep less.
We do more.
We consume more (food, digital content, etc.)
And eventually, the body and nervous system begin to show signs that we are out of balance.
This is where practice becomes medicine.
When we step onto our mat, we are not just stretching and stregthening our bodies; we are rebalancing or harmonizing our minds, hearts, and bodies.
Through rest, we nourish the grounding "tamas."
Through mindful, perhaps energetic movement, we activate, "rajas."
Through the breath and awareness (presence), we cultivate sattva.
And slowly, gently, our entire system remembers how to live in harmony again.
I sometimes say in classes or retreats:
"Practice in the body, the mind will follow."
What happens on your mat does not stay on the mat.
When we practice, we show up for life with more balance in our actions, more steadiness in our emotions, and more kindness in our relationships.
Not because life becomes easier. But because we become more resourced and resilient.
If the holidays have left you feeling tired, scattered, or disconnected, this is your reminder:
Your mat is waiting. Balance is closer than you think.
..join me for a retreat; April 24-26, 2026 to dive deeper into the healing practice of yoga....or just dip your toe in the water and join me for a class. :)
Your body, mind and heart will thank you.
