Yoga with Tamra

Yoga Therapist & E-RYT500 Yoga Teacher that shares creative sequencing and yoga tips and tutorials! ✨

03/14/2026

Keep being yourself, despite how it makes other people feel.

I was listening to a podcast earlier this week and it said on average only 50% of people will like you, the other 50% will never like you no matter what you do. So do what makes you happy, make people uncomfortable. 💜

06/04/2025

My son took this picture of me completely unsolicited and sent it to my parents and it really got me thinking about how he’s always watching my moves.

As a single mom there are a lot of tough times, because it’s just you putting in the work. It can be a challenge to balance all the things- providing, supporting, housework, being a cheerleader, disciplinarian, homework helper, mom therapist, cook and also try to take care of myself. There is no one to share the load day in and day out, but right now when it’s just me and Hayden (and Honey)… I’m so at peace with our life together… and I’m showing up in a way that shows my son what true strength looks like.

Of course I want to be the perfect mom, but I’m also okay being a perfectly messy mom that does absolutely the best I can. That takes time to show up for him and for myself. 💜

That’s all, that’s it. Just one imperfect human to another 💜

04/01/2025

I don’t know who needs to hear this, but it’s okay to take a break.

A pause, to shift and refocus your energy, to recharge and realign.

I took a break from posting here, I’m currently taking a break from teaching studio classes. But in that pause, I’m taking time to realign and refocus my attention. I’m being a student of yoga…. And it’s interesting to be on the mat in class. I’ve been observing alot, learning a lot about myself and about studio yoga classes. It’s an interesting shift in perspective. Although my path with yoga is shifting, one thing remains yoga is a huge part of my life. But for now, I practice and pause.

Have you ever needed a pause from something? It’s not a goodbye, just a see ya later?

Xox,
Tamra

02/22/2025

Ever catch yourself thinking “I’m not good enough” or “I’ll never get this pose”? 😞

What if, instead of judging yourself, you simply observed?

✨ Notice where you are today—without criticism.
✨ Recognize that yoga (and life) is a practice, not a performance.
✨ Remind yourself: everyone starts somewhere.

Growth happens when we trade self-judgment for self-compassion. Keep showing up. Keep practicing. You’re exactly where you need to be.

02/02/2025

“Is it true? Is it necessary? Is it kind?”

Often attributed to Socrates, this timeless reflection invites us to pause before speaking. Satya, the practice of truthfulness, goes beyond simply stating facts—it’s about speaking from a place of clarity, compassion, and intention.

Truth without kindness can wound, and speaking without purpose often leads to noise. When we filter our words through these three questions, communication becomes more than a reaction—it becomes a conscious act of alignment.

In moments of frustration or urgency, taking that pause can remind us: not every truth needs to be spoken, and not every observation is ours to share. Truth paired with empathy can build bridges where division once stood.

01/27/2025

It’s said that the mind is like a lake. When the water is still, you can see all the way to the bottom—clear, calm, peaceful. But when a storm comes, the surface ripples, and everything becomes murky and distorted.

I was reminded of this recently during a heated moment in my day. Nothing major, just one of those frustrating chain reactions: a rude email, an interrupted plan, and suddenly my whole mood felt out of sync. My mind was like that stormy lake—reactive, unsettled, rippling with irritation.

Then I remembered something Sadhguru said:
“If we do not keep our minds peaceful, how can the world be peaceful? The conflicts in the world are a manifestation of the human mind.”

So I paused. I sat in stillness, closed my eyes, and took five slow, intentional breaths. No problem was solved in that moment, but the water of my mind began to settle. What I could see clearly was this: my reactions shape not just my inner world, but how I show up for others.

This is ahimsa in action—practicing non-violence not just in what we do, but in how we think. Inner peace isn’t about ignoring challenges or pretending life is perfect. It’s about learning to calm the storm within so we can meet life’s ripples with clarity, grace, and compassion.

Remember that every small step toward inner peace ripples outward. Start with your breath, your thoughts, your presence.

How do you bring calm to your inner lake when the storm hits? Share your practice or intention in the comments—I’d love to hear what’s helping you stay grounded.

01/19/2025

Life’s journey is full of encounters—some people will lift you up, and others might discourage you or say things that cut deep. But here’s the truth: those aren’t your people. They’re simply opportunities for ahimsa—nonviolence in thought, word, and action—in practice.
The real question is, how do you respond to those voices? Do you let their negativity seep into your soul and overshadow the hard work you’ve put in? Or do you see them as lessons from the universe, nudging you to rise above and keep putting good into the world?

What you do in the face of negativity speaks volumes about who you are and where you’re headed. Your light is needed—your warmth, your inspiration. There are people who are drawn to your authenticity, who feel empowered when you show up as your full self.

Be the light. Spread the light. Support others in the moment to shine. This is yoga beyond the mat. This is ahimsa in action.

Keep going. Keep growing. The world needs what only you can bring.

01/10/2025

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how powerful it can be to choose peace—not just as an idea, but as a way of showing up in the world. Practicing ahimsa, or non-violence, isn’t always easy. It asks us to pause, reflect, and respond from a place of compassion instead of reacting out of fear, anger, or judgment.

One of my favorite teachings from the Yoga Sutras says: “In the presence of one firmly established in non-violence, all hostilities cease.” And honestly, that idea has stuck with me. The thought that simply being peaceful can inspire peace in others feels both challenging and deeply hopeful.

This past year, I’ve worked hard to make ahimsa more than just a practice on the mat. I’ve tried to weave it into my relationships, my self-talk, and the way I approach the world around me. Some days I succeed; other days, not so much. But what I’ve learned is that even small choices—pausing before speaking, being gentle with myself, offering kindness when it’s not required—can create real change.

It’s not about perfection; it’s about consistency. And it’s about believing that every time we choose compassion, we’re planting seeds for something better.

01/04/2025

Ahimsa is more than an action—it’s a way of being.

As Mahatma Gandhi said, ‘Ahimsa is the attribute of the soul and therefore to be practiced by everybody in all the affairs of life.’

This wisdom reminds us that non-violence isn’t just about what we do outwardly; it’s about how we show up in every corner of our lives. It’s in the thoughts we think, the words we speak, and the energy we bring to the world.

Today, let’s embody ahimsa by choosing kindness—for ourselves, for others, and for the earth. 💜

What’s one way you’ll practice ahimsa today? Drop your thoughts below. ⬇️

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