Balancing Yogi

30/11/2019

Deep breath in.....Exhale....let it all go!! 🙏

25/09/2019

Special thanks to one of my teachers Nischala Joy Devi for being instrumental in developing this program 🙏

The short answer is, it’s complicated.

04/03/2019

One of the many (and one of my favorite) benefits of Yoga Nidra. Allows you to relax the body and unwind the mind.

This is the fascinating way that your brain makes space to build new and stronger connections so you can learn more.

01/11/2018

Great article to give beginners or even anyone an overview of different types of yoga. So many different styles letting you choose which one is best for YOU and YOUR body!!

With different practices that focuses on postures, breathing, sequences or sweat, there’s one that’s right for you.

20/10/2018

These dry and windy fall days ( especially here in the Southland) are calling out for the healing Ayurvedic practice of daily self-massage or abyanga. Self massage = Self Love. Use warmer and heavier oils like almond, sesame and avocado along with essential oils like lavender, clary sage and cedar wood to calm and balance the flighty winds in this season of Vata. Check out my article for the Chopra Center on how to by clicking link below. Stay warm, nourished and grounded this beautiful fall season 🙏
https://chopra.com/articles/the-benefits-of-ayurveda-self-massage-%25E2%2580%259Cabhyanga%25E2%2580%259D

15/07/2018

My happy place with a few of my favorite things!! 😀

18/03/2018

Our brains require dopamine in order to stay happy and balanced. Certain activities and habits will help you keep your dopamine levels high, including these:

03/01/2018

Ever stumped when you have the opportunity to set your intention, make a resolution or setting goals?
When given the opportunity in a yoga class is your mind like mine and hundreds of thoughts come flowing in or does it go blank?

If so check out this article on setting your Sankalpa.

The yoga tradition of sankalpa offers a profound formula for realizing your heartfelt desires.

01/01/2018

As we close the final chapter of 2017, and although time flies, it is important to take the time and reflect upon everything that has happened over the past 12 months. The people who have entered or left your life. The memories you won't forget and the moments you wish you did. Always remember, that everything happens for a reason.........................................and always remember......................
the PEN is in your hand.......you have 12 new chapters, 365 new chances...to make 2018 the BEST YEAR EVER! It is up to YOU!!
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As part of 2018, each month we will revisit the book you are writing to check in on our journey. It maybe at the beginning of the month, the middle or the end, but each class we will "bookmark" our progress, reflect on our accomplishments and lessons learned.
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In 2018, my class schedule has shifted allowing me to teach closer to home 🏡 . I will still be teaching at both Hapa Yoga and Bikram Yoga - Kearny Mesa and subbing at Hapa Yoga Eastlake . New schedule is below:🧘‍♀️
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2018 SCHEDULE
YIN YOGA and MEDITATION
Every Thursday - 6:45-7:45pm: Hapa Yoga Mission Valley
Every Friday - 6:30-8:00pm: BIkram Yoga Kearny Mesa
Every Saturday - 8:00-9:00am: Hapa Yoga Mission Valley

**Yoga Nidra workshops will also be offered so follow Balancing Yogi to stay current on offerings.
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11/12/2017

Over the years as our yoga communities have grown, yoga etiquette is rarely discussed or enforced. This is a great reminder along with tips on changes you can make.
Thanks you YJ for the reminder

We asked Coral Brown, a teacher trainer, holistic psychotherapist, and longtime student of Shiva Rea, for 5 points of etiquette that come up in yog...

23/11/2017

Great tips on some changes you can make to your phone set up that will promote mindfulness.

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