The Namaste Counsel

The Namaste Counsel Man is not made to be sedentary. Nor, hunched over a digital device. Our bodies and minds shout back. She brings to her students a holistic approach.

-Certified yoga therapist/holistic coach
-Author of multi-award-winning self-help and health/fitness book, “From the Boxing Ring to the Ashram”
-se habla español Meditation and deep breathing, (pranayama) have proven physical and emotional benefits. The physical side of yoga, in particular when led by a yoga therapist, can be highly beneficial for people with arthritis, scoliosis, sciatica, osteo

porosis, and a wide range of other health issues. Deborah Charnes, of The Namaste Counsel, (C-IAYT, E-RYT 200, CYT 500) is a bilingual certified yoga therapist and instructor who teaches and counsels clients in Texas, Mexico and Central America. Deborah studied Ayurveda at the Sivananda Ashram in India and has certificates in Yoga Nidra, Laughter Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Yin Therapy, Acupressure and Reiki. She received her 200 hour Registered Yoga Teacher training at the Yandara Institute in Mexico. Later, she completed 800 hours in Yoga Therapy, becoming one of the first bilingual certified Yoga Therapists in the region. She offers virtual, private and semi-private workshops and sessions on location (in Texas, Mexico and Central America), and at in her property in Wimberley, Texas: www.thenamastegetaway.com

She works with people of all ages, with all physical/health needs, in English, or Spanish. Among her specialties are workshops for blood sugar management, weight management, and GI disorders. Read more at www.TheNamasteCounsel.com

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04/15/2026

Absolutely fascinating account of one woman’s struggles with schizophrenia. Interestingly enough, my last book recommend...
03/27/2026

Absolutely fascinating account of one woman’s struggles with schizophrenia. Interestingly enough, my last book recommendation was Paulo Coelho who frequently addresses emotional and mental issues.

Qotd: What have you read about mental health? Are you interested in learning more?

03/08/2026

This is one of the many readings I use in my First Love Yourself workshop (available on demand on my website).

I read excerpts from this book in my yoga classes this week. One teaching that really resonated with me was to let your ...
03/02/2026

I read excerpts from this book in my yoga classes this week. One teaching that really resonated with me was to let your creativity shine. That was the motto of my workplace for nearly 20 years.

Qotd: how do you enhance or release your creativity? Are you familiar with Guru Jagat or ?

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From my days as Airbnb super host, I had salt lamps and sound machines in every bedroom. Who wants to buy some? $25/pair...
02/20/2026

From my days as Airbnb super host, I had salt lamps and sound machines in every bedroom. Who wants to buy some? $25/pair.

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Man is not made to be hunched over a digital device. Our bodies and minds shout back. We yearn for fresh air. To be surrounded by nature, rather than concrete. Likewise, our bodies need movement, AND quiet, and our minds need to quiet down before we rev up our creative juices.

Meditation and deep breathing, (pranayama) and getting away from sound/air pollution have proven physical and emotional benefits. Additionally, yoga therapy can be highly beneficial for people with arthritis, scoliosis, sciatica, osteoporosis, and a wide range of other physical and emotional health concerns. Deborah Charnes, of The Namaste Counsel, (C-IAYT, E-RYT 200, CYT 500 and YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider) is a bilingual certified yoga therapist who teaches and counsels clients in Texas, Mexico and Central America using a holistic approach. Art and music. Dance. Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga, Yin Therapy, Diet and Lifestyle, Acupressure and Reiki. She offers private lessons and semi-private workshops on location (in Texas, Mexico and Central America). She works with people of all ages, with all physical/health needs, in English, or Spanish. Among her specialties are workshops for blood sugar management, weight management, and GI disorders. Read more at www.TheNamasteCounsel.com

Additionally, she welcomes day or overnight guests at The Namaste Getaway, a mini-retreat center. The Wimberley, Texas Getaway is perfect for writers, musicians, yogis and artists that need to disconnect from the city lights and ground themselves in nature, and the sights of deer in the background, and a sky filled with bright stars.

The Namaste Getaway offers customizable getaway plans for up to seven days.