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When a Yoga Teacher Told a Student to Spit Out Her Gum
I remember an incident where a yoga teacher asked a student to spit out her gum. It was my first yoga workshop with this very senior yoga teacher. A student had been chewing gum while practicing yoga. The teacher stopped the class and told her to remove the gum. I was...
It Could Be Good. It Could Be Bad. Who knows?
When I broke up with my ex two years ago, I thought it was the worst thing imaginable. I grieved. I wanted to keep the good memories from the past, and I felt like someone threw water on this painting of my life. Now, today, I’m surprised by how the universe...
How to Keep Your Students Coming Back
Being a yoga teacher can be very rewarding: connecting with students, making a difference, and sharing life lessons. It can also come with all sorts of doubts and force you to look at aspects of yourself. When I first started teaching, I sometimes wondered why some...
5 Ways to Tap into the Beauty Around You!
“The goal of life is to make your heartbeat match the beat of the universe, to match your nature with Nature.” ~ Joseph Campbell I recently was shocked by an event. I immediately went to a place of fear and panic (and I have to admit - it still comes up, even...
7 Things No One Tells You When You Take a Yoga Teacher Training
For the new person about to take a Yoga Teacher Training, here’s a friendly warning. To those of you who’ve done a teacher training, hopefully, you read these with a smile and knowing wink. These are the things that stand out: 1. You’ll cry at least once We...
5 Ways to Fit Yoga into Your Busy Day
There are times when I’m so busy that I want to work a little more so I can either catch up or feel like I’m ahead. Or sometimes I just want to turn my mind off, and it’s so much easier to get into my PJs, chill on the couch and watch a TV show or movie. So how do I...
Yoga Etiquette: 10 Tips
Every yoga studio has a set of guidelines to create an atmosphere where people can relax and enjoy their yoga practice without distractions. Here are 10 tips for making it an enjoyable experience for yourself and other students. 1. Arrive on Time We suggest...
6 Reasons Why You Need to Start Yoga Today!
It can be tempting to say you don’t have time to do yoga, you’re not flexible enough, the kids need you, you’re too nervous to come to a class, or whatever the reason may be. Yoga is an excellent way to get in touch with your body and your breath. You may try it just...
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