Nature


It's easy to get caught up in city life, and forget how much natural surroundings feed our creativity. We are lucky in Portland to have many parks within reach. Take yourself outside and inhale fully, deeply.

Om Shanti.
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Music is the Magic



shake it up!
if you want to change your attitude in yoga or your creative life, try new stimuli:

1. if you have poses that you practice often, try practicing them to music. it might expand your home practice in a satisfying way.

2. invite your favorite furry friend to join you, and notice any changes in your body or your mood.

xoxo

ps. have you ever seen the "dancing with cats" publications?
notice that the cat always steals the show no matter how poised the dancer, and as cats they know this.
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Yoga Shoes!


I went to try on some shoes yesterday after teaching. After trying on several pairs of trainers, I noticed that the salesperson was wearing what looked like gloves on his feet. I pointed down at his feet and said, I need THOSE.
While walking around the store, several other customers noticed and tried some on too. They have completely changed the way I think about shoes. I enjoy the contact between the ground and my entire foot. My tiny pinky toes are now encouraged to extend and separate from the rest of the toes. My toe muscles are getting stronger with each step. Wow. The shoes are perfect for outdoor yoga, swimming, hiking, running, dancing, and more.
I am not sponsored by the company, I swear. Not to say that I would turn down an opportunity...
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