A Book ReviewWhen reading about somewhat esoteric philosophical subjects, my eyes may glass over. But I really get it when they are put into the context of a real life experience. Case in point, as I read Stephen Cope's newest book called, The Great Work of Your Life - A Guide for the Journey to Your [...]
I am clenching my what?? Jaw clenching, eyes straining, forehead furrowed. What are we to do? Try these relaxation and strengthening techniques for the face. They can be done any time of the day or right before savasana to deepen your relaxation. Work the muscles with facial yogaThe age-old concept of yoga for the face has [...]
Cool Pic of Fallingwater in minature from Morris ArboretumPatience is not always my best virtue. I have struggled with holding space for my life to unfold and sometimes wishing it would come faster aligning with my own agenda. I saw this in my previous life working in corporate where I felt that my life and [...]
It was such a beautiful guided visualization in class this week about the body lying at the edge of the surf and then transported to the ocean waters. I hope that each of you were able to relax into those moments and discover peace.You may have noticed that Carmen and I check in with each [...]
Serenity amongst the ruinsBienvenidos to your place for healing, relaxation, and time for you. It is so good to be back in the restorative frame of mind again. TransitionsSo many transitions are taking place right now. An end to summer with shorter days, a beginning to a new school year for some, new jobs, new [...]
The Restore season is winding down. I can't believe that we have been going strong for 10 months now including the Retreat in December. What no Restorative yoga for two months!!?? Wait, don't fear, we will have our summer retreat at Moyo. Pencil in the date of Sunday, July 26th from 1:30-3:30 p.m. The theme [...]
The art of swaddlingWhen was the last time that your mom or dad tucked you into bed? Maybe you are the one doing the tucking these days. With the busyness of life (work, errands, phone calls, commutes), we then feel uncontained, our energy spilling out and subsequently not having enough energy to keep up. Our [...]
My Issue with DoingI am going to write a memoir someday with the above title. I am a 'Doer', less of a 'be'er' (I know a 'be'er is not a word). I come from a long line of people who are always busy and always have a project to work on. I used to [...]
Deepen your ExperienceWe hope that you enjoyed the poses and beautiful visualizations that Carmen led you through this week. Visualizations are a wonderful way to go deeper within as your breath regulates, the muscles relax, you begin to focus better and the nervous system calms down. If you would like to try out more of [...]
FireEtherEarthWaterAirThe elements of nature. Upon further study and contemplation, I found not only are all aspects of our life created from the basic material elements of the birth of our home, the earth but aspects of our own nature and mind are made up of the qualities of these natural elements. These are called the [...]
