• Crown Chakra
    Mental Wellness,  Yoga

    Balancing the Crown Chakra

    The crown chakra, also known as sahasrara, is the seventh and final of the body’s energy centers. (Check out this post for info on the first chakra and how to balance it.) When it's balanced, we have inner peace. We are in tune with our intuition and feel connected to life and the Universe. We have a sense of love and light in our being.

  • strawberries and measuring tape
    Mental Wellness,  Shadow Work

    Wellness is a Journey…

    So often we think of wellness as something to be achieved. We just need to lose 10 lbs first. We need to lower our cholesterol first. We need to start journaling first. That's not quite how wellness works though, is it? Wellness is an ongoing journey. Just because you are well today, that doesn't guarantee you'll be well tomorrow. It requires maintenance. And this applies to all aspects of wellness, not just physical health.

  • Third Eye Chakra
    Mental Wellness,  Yoga

    Balancing the Third Eye Chakra

    The third eye chakra, also known as ajna, is the sixth of the body’s energy centers. (Check out this post for info on the first chakra and how to balance it.) When it's balanced, we are self-aware and imaginative. We are open to learning from our life experiences. We also have a strong sense of intuition.

  • Mental Wellness,  Yoga

    Balancing the Throat Chakra

    The throat chakra, also known as vishudda, is the fifth of the body’s energy centers. (Check out this post for info on the first chakra and how to balance it.) When it's balanced, we speak confidently and feel free to express ourselves. We can also easily communicate with others and listen to what they have to say.

  • Heart Chakra
    Mental Wellness,  Yoga

    Balancing the Heart Chakra

    The heart chakra, also known as anahata, is the fourth of the body’s energy centers. (Check out this post for info on the first chakra and how to balance it.) When it's balanced, we love freely and have compassion for ourselves and those around us. It also makes us generous and helps us have successful relationships.

  • Solar Plexus Chakra
    Mental Wellness,  Yoga

    Balancing the Solar Plexus Chakra

    The solar plexus chakra, also known as manipura, is the third of the body’s energy centers. (Check out this post for info on the first chakra and how to balance it.) When it's balanced, we feel confident and powerful. We are driven and work passionately toward our goals in life. We also have a strong sense of self-worth and self-esteem.

  • Creativity,  Mental Wellness,  Yoga

    Yoga for the Sacral Chakra

    Today we're going to be working through a sequence to balance the sacral chakra. When balanced, the sacral chakra brings joy and creativity into our lives. It helps keep us at our optimal weight and maintain a healthy sex drive. We'll start by closing our eyes and taking a few deep breaths. Let's set our intention for this practice. I'm confident. I'm creative. I love myself as I am.

  • Sacral Chakra
    Mental Wellness,  Yoga

    Balancing the Sacral Chakra

    The sacral chakra, also known as swadhisthana, is the second of the body’s energy centers. When it is balanced, we feel more creative and enjoy our lives. We have healthy sex lives and fulfilling sexual relationships. Bringing this chakra into balance also allows us to sit at our optimal weight and have plenty of energy.

  • photograph of women doing yoga together
    Mental Wellness,  Yoga

    Yoga for the Root Chakra

    Today we’re going to be working through a sequence to balance the root chakra. The root chakra is associated with our basic needs as human beings. When it’s balanced, we feel secure and confident. It brings a sense of inner stillness and a feeling of being connected to the universe. We’re going to start by closing our eyes and taking a few deep breaths. Let’s set our intention for today’s practice. I am safe. I am strong. The Universe provides everything that I need.