The New Year is a great opportunity to begin a new series. I actually have several new series in mind. This one is called "yoga pose of the week." I love yoga and it's one of my favorite ways to stay active. I'm trying to exercise much more this year, and yoga is a fun… Continue reading Yoga Pose of the Week: Dog Wagging Its Tail
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Goat Yoga! (Bahhmaste!)
I took a goat yoga class, and I have to say, it was seriously one of the best experiences of my life. After hearing about goat yoga many years ago, it's always something I've wanted to try, but never really looked into. I was urging to take a new yoga class, and after some quick… Continue reading Goat Yoga! (Bahhmaste!)
Flow Friday ~ Why I wear head coverings
As of April, I have made the decision to cover my head. I've been using headbands and headscarves. I want to explain my reasoning for this -- both spiritual and practical. Disclaimer: let me mention that this is a personal choice. In no way am I saying that this is right, or forcing this choice… Continue reading Flow Friday ~ Why I wear head coverings
Mythology Monday ~ Kali
One of my favorite dieties is the Hindu goddess Kali. Misunderstood goddess The ancient Hindu goddess Kali represents death, darkness, and total chaos. Incredibly complex, she is the most misunderstood of all goddesses -- it is said that fully understanding Kali is equivalent to transcending fear. Themes of Kali include creation and destruction; violence and… Continue reading Mythology Monday ~ Kali
Goals & ideas for 2019
Writing One of my greatest passions is writing, but it's hard. It's hard to stay inspired enough to keep up a blog. It's even harder to be vulnerable and open enough to express myself in totally honest ways for the world to see -- still that comes with a therapeutic rewards of releasing pent up… Continue reading Goals & ideas for 2019
30-Day Challenge (Know Thyself): Day 14
Day 14: hobbies Writing is a hobby of mine, which is kind of obvious, since I'm writing about it. I like writing short stories, journal entries, poems, and everything I post here. I feel like writing is something that comes easy and natural to me, however I wouldn't consider myself an advanced writer or anything.… Continue reading 30-Day Challenge (Know Thyself): Day 14
30-Day Challenge (Know Thyself): Day 13
Day 13: exercise When it comes to exercising, my favorite methods include: dancing, yoga, or pilates. I like forms of exercise that work the whole body and focus on stretching the muscles. If I'm going to the gym, I prefer to use the elliptical. Sometimes I will also use the bike or treadmill. My LEAST favorite… Continue reading 30-Day Challenge (Know Thyself): Day 13