Pranayama, in its essence, is all about mastering the art of breath control, which is pretty cool when you think about it. The term itself comes from the Sanskrit words …
Recovering from a traumatic birth
A traumatic birth is a child birth experience that is not what you hoped. According to the National Institutes of Health, a staggering up to 45% of new mothers experience what’s …
Creating a M.A.G.I.C.A.L. morning routine
It is amazing how the smallest changes can make the biggest impact on our lives. As a former night owl turned morning person, I know firsthand the benefits of a …
Caring for My Mother: Preventing Burnout as a Full-Time Caregiver
My family’s life changed 17 years ago, when my mother suffered a massive stroke that left her with debilitating effects. My sisters and I rallied around her to provide the …
My Journey to Yoga
The memory of receiving the call will forever be with me. I remember feeling oddly calm, I hung up the phone and said to my co-workers, “ my mom passed …
From NYC to Cali
I was looking through some of my old notebooks and I read about my desire to have a beach house lifestyle. I smirked, it made me remember for so long …
Playlists + Self Love
One lesson that I’ve learned going through life is, the art of just being. I don’t mean being lazy, but rather knowing how valuable I am. Whether I’m doing something …