PJYoga at Studio Ayuhwasi

06/28/2025

June light, ripening fruit, and a single bloom riding shotgun.
What I thought I saw… and what it turned out to be. A small story about perception, grace, and letting beauty lead the way.

It’s the end of June, and the fruit’s just beginning to ripen. All around me, the season is coloring in: peaches, apples, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries. Even the garden is in full expressi…

06/20/2025

We’re all told the same health advice — what to eat, how to move, what pills to take — as if we all react the same way.
But we don’t. Some people feel great on kale and cardio. Others get wiped out.
Same with meds. What’s “safe for most” can mess someone else up completely.
It’s not about being sensitive. It’s about genes, history, and biology.
Time to stop pretending one-size-fits-all actually fits.

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The One-Size-Fits-All Health Model Isn’t Just Wrong — It’s Dangerous Modern health advice — especially around pharmaceuticals, diets, and wellness regimens — still clings to the belief that if some…

06/13/2025

Choose the light—peace is always within reach.

06/06/2025

What started as a peaceful walk with the dogs turned into a moment I won’t soon forget. Instincts collided. And in the heart of chaos, something unexpected unfolded.

Here’s what happened—and what it revealed about presence, protection, and the pause in between.
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Sometimes life just tosses you into the deep end—no warning, no buildup. Just you, the moment, and whatever it’s here to teach you. This morning, I was deep in my ritual—barefoot at the back edge o…

05/26/2025

We used to turn to the sun for healing. What would it take to remember? ☀️

Before antibiotics, before our trust leaned so heavily on pills and prescriptions, sunlight was medicine. Not metaphorically, not poetically—clinically. In the late 1800s and early 1900s, hospitals…

05/23/2025

Sometimes the first sign of trouble isn’t what you see or hear—it’s how you feel.

For anyone who’s been through mold illness, this isn’t up for debate. It’s intense. And exposure doesn’t build immunity—it stacks up. It’s cumulative.

It goes beyond mildew on the windowsill. For some, it’s headaches and brain fog. For others, it’s fatigue, irritability, poor sleep, heart flutters, joint pain, or digestion that feels off track. And yes—that endless throat-clearing, post-nasal drip, the subtle sense that you’re never quite breathing clean air. That could all be your house talking.

Learn how to listen.

We’ve had buckets of rain in these parts, and I’ve been having conversations with folks across southern Appalachia about how they’re dealing with it. There’s a shared story …

05/18/2025

HillChi Fermented Collards with Garlic, Ginger & Red Pepper From the wild gut of the mountains

This kraut-style ferment is rooted in Appalachian soil and gut-healing tradition. It's mineral-rich, probiotic, and alive with flavor. Think of it as a southern kimchi — bold, grounding, and nourishing.

Ingredients:

1.5 lbs fresh collard greens (stems removed, finely shredded)

1 heaping tbsp coarse sea salt (non-iodized)

2–3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)

1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)

½ tsp dried red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

Optional: 1 grated carrot or half an apple for sweetness and extra microbial richness

Instructions:

Prep: Shred collards and place in a large bowl. Add salt and let sit 10 minutes.

Massage: Add garlic, ginger, red pepper (and optional extras). Massage with clean hands until brine forms (~10 minutes).

Pack: Press tightly into a clean glass jar, making sure brine covers the greens.

Weight: Use a fermentation weight or folded outer leaf to keep contents submerged.

Ferment: Cover loosely and let sit at room temp (65–72°F) for 5–10 days. Taste at day 5.

Store: Once tangy to your liking, seal and refrigerate. Keeps for 2–3 months.

Benefits:

Probiotic-rich: naturally fermented with wild cultures

Eases digestion: pre-digested fibers and enzymes

Mineral dense: calcium, magnesium, and iron from greens

Immune support: garlic, ginger, red pepper bring warmth and resilience

Serving Ideas:

Add to rice bowls or beans

Serve with eggs or roasted vegetables

Toss into salads or fold into wraps

Enjoy! 👩‍🍳🥗🧘

05/06/2025

A friend of mine is hosting this beautiful Refresh, Renew, Recharge Retreat in the mountains of Western North Carolina this May—and I’ll be there too, leading a gentle yoga session on Saturday to support your weekend of deep rest and reconnection.
If you’re a sensitive soul craving time to reflect, heal, and reawaken your inner spark, this might be for you. ✨
May 16–19, 2025 in Hayesville, NC
🔗 Learn more about the event + reserve your spot:
https://adventurousspiritsensitiveheart.com/refresh.../
Location Hinton Center: https://hintoncenter.org/about-us/

04/25/2025

A prancing forward fold. Love it!

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03/04/2025

Not a light read, but something to slowly unpack, an Anakyron Reader's Companion coming soon!.

Anakyron: The Rhythm of Return

Reality is not random, nor bound by rigid laws—it moves with structured return. Anakyron reveals the lawful motion of differentiation, coherence, and renewal, showing how existence unfolds within Kyrōnis, the silent structuring presence.

Neither a doctrine nor a path, Anakyron offers a lens to perceive reality’s rhythm—how thought, action, and even civilizations move within Nomos, the intrinsic ordering force. This concise yet profound work bridges philosophy, cosmology, and metaphysics, inviting deep recognition rather than blind belief.

For seekers of insight, Anakyron is not a system to follow, but a rhythm to perceive.

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03/04/2025

How to Use Heliotherapy Safely

Moderation is key: 10-30 minutes of direct sunlight exposure (depending on skin type and location) a few times a week is usually enough to reap benefits.

Time it right: Morning sun (before 10 AM) and late afternoon sun (after 4 PM) are best to avoid excessive UV damage.

Expose more skin: Face, arms, and legs should be exposed without sunscreen for short periods to maximize vitamin D production.

Avoid overexposure: Protect against excessive UV damage with shade, hats, and clothing if staying in the sun longer.

Heliotherapy & Disease Prevention
Reduces risk of rickets, osteoporosis, and fractures (via vitamin D).

Supports cardiovascular health (by lowering blood pressure and inflammation).

Enhances immune response (reducing risk of infections and chronic illnesses).

May reduce risk of certain cancers (like colon, breast, and prostate cancer, associated with vitamin D levels).

Prevents seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and improves sleep.

Heliotherapy is a simple, natural, and powerful way to maintain overall well-being. However, balance is essential to gain benefits while avoiding excessive UV exposure.-AI summary

03/02/2025

The Mother Tesla gong resonates with deep, immersive vibrations, stirring the subconscious as its harmonic field absorbs and transforms heavy energy, guiding profound healing in the shadows of the self.
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This giant, 48" Mother Tesla gong is a true behemoth of size and power, and harnessing that power for healing purposes can lead to incredible results. The Mo...