Bodhisattva Yoga

07/17/2025

Lilias Folan shared the practice on PBS long before there was Zoom.

06/27/2025

When in doubt, hydrate!

06/27/2025

Offering private yoga lessons in the north Tucson area. Please message if interested.

05/29/2025

Weeds are not what they seem

05/27/2025

For better mental health, do something that brings you joy

05/27/2025

Do some pushups to help improve your upper body strength for yoga.

05/12/2025

05/12/2025

In any relationship—whether between parent and child, partners, or friends—two elements are especially powerful: criticism and praise. These can either strengthen or weaken a bond, depending on how they’re expressed.

This principle applies to all relationships. In a marriage, for instance, the idea of saha-dharma-charis—equal partners—highlights the importance of mutual respect. Communication rooted in friendship and equality fosters a stronger bond.

The Yoga Sutras emphasize measured speech. Ask yourself before speaking: Is it necessary? Is this the right time? Will it help? If not, silence may be wiser. Regret often follows impulsive words.

True yoga practice brings shanti—peace—which reflects in our speech and strengthens all relationships. We begin to notice and uplift the good in others, not out of flattery, but genuine recognition. Everyone has something worth appreciating.

When we consciously cultivate gratitude and speak with care, we nourish our relationships. Clear thinking leads to kind speech, and kind speech leads to strong, meaningful connections.

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05/12/2025

Sometimes you just need a break 😉

05/12/2025

When in doubt, just sit quietly for a few minutes and the answers will be revealed.

05/05/2025

Just breathe

05/01/2025

Stretching just before bedtime is very nice and relaxing.