Guided yoga and meditation session while watching the sunrise over the Atlantic.
05/09/2022
When yoga turns seamlessly into hairstyles and all takes place on the mat… you might be a mom.
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Holding space for everyone today. Holidays can be great, but they can also be extra hard. Stay strong.
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04/26/2022
Sand is unstable and yoga is all about stability. My solutionis to take my time and focus on alignment, steadiness, and enjoying the poses that I can control without risking injury if the sand shifts.
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Sometimes the benefit of falling in soft sand seems like a great place to try challenging poses, but the lack of stability makes all poses a bit harder.
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Whatever pose you are practicing just expect that the sand could shift at any moment, so it’s not the time to go deeper and stretch past your abilities.
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Consider going “deeper” inward while balancing the physical ease and effort. It’s a great opportunity to use all the senses to help you lock into the present moment.
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04/09/2022
Your mind is easily influenced, but you can control what you consume.
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Consider feeding your mind and body with the things that promote peace.
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Photo from the vibe district in Virginia Beach. On a rainy day last month I needed a pick me up, so I took a stroll to look at some art work displayed in the outdoors for all to enjoy.
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It was just what I needed, a little help getting my head into the present moment.
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Real life experiences are where it’s at.
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03/29/2022
Obviously pictures are optional, but if you want to capture the moment try video so you can stay in the moment. Being mentally present is a big part of the experience for me and as much as I like taking photos I prefer to set it and forget it while practicing.
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03/18/2022
Two years ago, at the start of the pandemic, I had a list of things I wanted to do with the kids.
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Everything was outdoors and local to my area, but was a bit more time involved than a normal after school outing.
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My pace was furious, similar to how I used to treat the first few weeks of summer. I wanted to do something special with them every day.
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Funny thing about kids is that they do not care where you are, they are happy to have your attention.
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03/09/2022
Sand is already tricky enough, be sure you have a flat spot. Yoga requires a strong foundation and when the ground does not give it to you your body makes up the difference.
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A flat surface will make balancing easier and help you be present in you poses instead of focusing on how to adjust to the landscape.
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What do I do if there is no flat area? Improvise of course. Less difficult poses for a more difficult setting.
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03/08/2022
Inhale, smile. Exhale, relax. Smell the sea, feel the breeze and sand, listen to the waves, look at the sky and clouds and colors… taste the donuts.
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Using all the senses to experience the present moment.
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03/01/2022
First light is the real start of the show. Don’t make the mistake arriving at sunrise and missing what is often the most dramatic and colorful time before the sun surfaces.
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I typically check the weather app and the. Plan to arrive 30 minutes before sunrise, but 15-20 is also a solid plan if you need your beauty sleep.
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The other best part, you will be almost alone on the beach and really settled in before other people begin to arrive.
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I choose a location I feel safe and have never been worried about going alone, but if that is something that makes you nervous, or you don’t know the area, consider inviting a friend.
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02/24/2022
Sand is fun, but less is more when doing yoga on the beach. A blanket will keep the sand off your hands and feet (and out of your eyes and mouth).