Yoga 10-25 Minutes
Need a little yoga but don't have a lot of time? This playlist is for you. Everything from Restorative to Yin to Flow.
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Flame of the Heart Meditation
In the Yogic tradition we think of the heart as the space in the center of our chest and inside that space - a flame burning steadily, continuously, calmly. In this meditation we focus on the flame, explore it, bring steadiness to our breath, to our mind, to our body in order to connect to the s...
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Saddle Yin Tutorial | Modifications, Props, Ideas
In this video I offer lots of ideas on making Saddle and Half Saddle poses work in your practice - from blocks to bolsters to foot positioning and more!
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Dragon Pose Tutorial | Modifications, Props, Ideas
Dragon pose is the most Yang pose of Yin Yoga but it also has SO many benefits and affect many meridians. Many people struggle with this pose whether it be knees, hips, shorter arms, or lower back. In this tutorial, we work with lots of props including chairs, bolsters, blocks and blankets to f...
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Hands Free Mandala Yoga Flow (Core)
The soothing experience of traveling all the way around your mat can be so grounding! In this short, but sweet mandala flow, we work with the breath and travel around the mat strengthening and opening the entire core. Feel a little free, a little fun and join me!
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Meditation for Grief & Loss
All of us deal with loss and the grieving process in a unique way, each time we face it. But, one thing remains consistent - we need some soft space, some loving kindness, and some deep breaths. Join me for this meditation to guide you to a place of compassion and stillness.
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Meditation for Anger & Frustration
The clouds of anger flow over us and we feel it not only in our minds but in our bodies, tensing and tightening everything up and forcing us to feel reactive.
We all get angry and frustrated but what defines the situation is our choices in that moment and afterwards.In this practice we use...
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Metal Element Yin Yoga Snack
In Traditional Chinese Medicine Five Element Theory, the Metal element is related to Fall and the Lung and Large Intestine meridians. This is a natural downturn point of our energy as we turn further inwards before the Winter season. This is a beautiful time to soften and reflect on the past ye...
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Heart Chakra Yin Yoga Snack
The Heart Chakra is the midway point between the lower chakras and the upper chakras, serving as a gateway or bridge between our wants/desires/needs and our connection to the world and divine.
This chakra is all about love, compassion, joy, peace, and acceptance - for yourself and for the world....
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Anahatasana | Melting Heart Yin Yoga Tutorial
If you find this pose challenging, you are not alone. Those that are super flexible and those that are like me - not so flexible - find this pose to offer unique challenges both to sustainable hold times and sensations. Join me for this short little look at some propping, alternatives, suggesti...
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15 Min Back Yoga Flow | 4 Movements of the Spine
Ready to flow? Join me for this mindful flow focused on moving the spine in all different directions: lateral, forward fold, back bend and twist. Build a little heat and some strength throughout the body in a full body flow!
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Elemental Wood Yin Yoga Snack
The wood element is related to Spring, the Liver/Gallbladder meridians, and rebirth and renewal. Along with this is the natural detoxification process - letting go of the old and embracing the new.
As we work with this element, consider opening your heart and mind to the beauty of change and re...
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10 Minute Upper Back, Neck & Shoulders Stretch
Feeling tension in the upper body? Been working all day on a computer? This sweet little practice is here to help - releasing tightness in the neck, shoulders, upper back, arms and wrists/hands to help you breathe deeply and feel more mobile.
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Pranayama | Fullness of the Breath
The lungs are much larger than we often explore in our daily breath. Often we breathe into just one side or the other more or we breathe into the center of the chest and not the side body.
In this practice we will explore compartments of the breath, focusing on areas one at a time then altogeth...
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Happy Hour Meditation | Release the Day
It can be challenging to transition from work day to home life - from stressors to others energy to not taking a good breath all day! In this 10 minute meditation we work with all of those things to help you release the day and prepare for your home/personal life with ease.
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A Positive Mindset Meditation
Whatever challenges you face in your life, setting yourself up for success can be tricky. Choosing affirmations and using those affirmations in your life and in your meditation/yoga practices can help you move forward with a positive attitude - helping you overcome obstacles to your happiness an...
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Sunrise Full Body Yoga Flow
If you need a little mobilizing full body yoga flow to start your day right, then this 20 minute flow is for you! We move the entire body through held poses with focus on the breath. Great for when you first wake up or whenever you need a short, focused practice to restart.
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Quick Balancing Yoga Flow | Building Balance
One of the most often requested practices and a question I get a lot is - how do I build better balance?
Balance is a confluence of SO many aspects of your body from breath to feet planted to knees lifted to inner/outer legs engaged to core and more. The best way to build balance? Practice b...
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Myofascial Release for Mid Back Release
Per request, this is a mid back and shoulder release for those sore, tight and tense areas of the shoulder blades (space around and between). Let's unwind the tension and free up this space!
Props: 1 blanket or rolled up beach towel and 2 tennis balls/acupressure balls in a sock or bag to keep...
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15 Min Yoga for Low Back Release
Low back tension and tightness can come from a number of places - feet, legs, hips. In this 15 minute practice we explore opening up these spaces and releasing to get deeper into the lower back. Perfect for when you need a short lower body stretch (with a little bit of strengthening) to release...
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Pranayama | Presence in the Pause
At the beginning/end of each inhale and exhale there is a natural, organic pause - a gap - a still point. In this practice we explore that gap, lengthening it, feeling into it and discovering what this feels like for mind and body.
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Mindful Body Scan Meditation
Join me for this slow, sweet mindful full body scan and connect to every part of your body more deeply. Our bodies are the container for our innate energy and in this practice we become more fully present in the moment, and more deeply aware of our bodies.
Props: Anything you think you might n...
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Mindful Sensory Meditation | Sound
In this mindful meditation we practice presence through our sense of hearing - connecting to sound as an anchor for our thoughts. Enjoy the beauty of this focus and the balance it brings to your every day life and your experience of sound.
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Grounding & Centering Meditation | Anxiety & Stress Relief
Anxiety, panic attacks, overwhelm - we all experience them from time to time. For me, focusing on breath, connecting to earth and feeling stable are pivotal in helping me move through periods of stress. In today's meditation, we take some time to explore our breath, connect physically to our bo...
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Bedtime Yoga for Deep Sleep | 15 minute Yoga Stretch with Breath
If you are looking for an in bed or before bedtime full body stretch melded with soothing breath - join me! A great practice to help you settle in for a night of deep sleep and rest.