April 1, 2018
Joan Sutherland, Zen buddhist teacher, wrote recently for Lion’s Roar Magazine: In our world things are always getting broken and mended and broken again, and there is also […]
March 6, 2018
A traditional definition of yoga, from Patanjali’s Yogasutra is “yoga is the cessation of reactivity in the mind”. This is one translation… and there are many […]
February 3, 2018
Last week Chris and I watched the movie “On Yoga – The Architecture of Peace” (2017), which is available on Netflix. The film follows a photographer’s journey […]
January 3, 2018
Happy New Year! Life is abuzz from an infusion of energy of new beginnings, the opportunity to put more attention on the ingredients that form our […]
December 1, 2017
Even with good intentions, this month can stretch our energy in many directions, with preparations, travel and gatherings. At times, it is nearly impossible not to be […]
November 1, 2017
The first light snowfall last night reminds me of the passage into winter. Anticipation, preparation, gatherings, and precious niches of quietude. Looking out into the bright […]
October 1, 2017
Tree trunks are hugging in energy, drawing it away from their leaves in a gentle act of preservation for the cold winter. Our story is not […]
September 3, 2017
Michael Stone taught that we Practice to Fully Arrive in Your Life. Our practice is not only supported by our teachers and a personal sense of willpower, but […]
August 1, 2017
Can we be inspired by catastrophe? Our friends visited the other day with their 2-month old daughter. In speaking about how they chose her name, they explained […]
December 4, 2014
The holiday season is around the corner and although many of us are excited about seeing loved ones and participating in family traditions, this time of year can also be exhausting and overwhelming. Check out these five health tips!
July 2, 2014
In the prime of your life, and want to keep what you've got? Zoomer Yoga is a class designed by Chris Ridout for those 45+ who want to experience the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual benefits of Yoga.
April 16, 2014
Currently, I am revisiting a dream of mine to become a yoga teacher. I’ve already done one teacher training course about four years ago but due to circumstances in my life, I never actually taught yoga and tried to bury the dream deep inside.
February 17, 2014
What is community? Why is it missing? Where did it go? How do we get it back? How can are our lives be more meaningful and connected?
July 23, 2013
I am often asked what makes Thai Yoga Massage different from other styles of massage. Or even, “What is Thai Yoga Massage?” This ancient form of healing is rooted in the practice of Ayurveda and the energetic body.
June 24, 2013
Yoga is more than an exercise, it’s a lifestyle. As an avid practitioner and teacher of hatha yoga, I actively participate in this ‘yoga lifestyle’ – […]
June 15, 2013
Fiery Discipline Sounds intense, yes? The third Niyama, Tapas, can be considered as discipline, fire, fiery discipline, austerity and patience. Whenever a practice is taken up, […]
June 13, 2013
I have been doing yoga now for 2 1/2 years and it has certainly been a journey. My first challenge was last May – being competitive […]
June 12, 2013
Work towards management, work out 5 times a week, continue your nutrition courses, practice and share these lessons, play with your nieces and nephews, laugh with […]
June 12, 2013
I’d seen month long Yoga Challenges advertised before but, to be honest, it was never something I felt a desire to take part in. Mainly because […]
May 18, 2013
When there is a letting go of grasping, searching and complicating life, then contentment can be uncovered. Within you is a peaceful place that can be found no matter what chaos is spinning around it.