The freeze response happens when we encounter a stressor that we don’t feel capable of surviving, often when we experience overwhelm or powerlessness in some area of our lives. When the shock of not knowing how to navigate a stressful situation kicks in, our body...
During Summer, Pitta season, the elements of fire and water are at their highest in our natural environment and in our bodies. We can tangibly see this in the natural world as the days become long, hot, and sunny, flowers bloom, and wildlife becomes more active. More...
In Pitta season, it’s best to eat light, sweet, and cooling foods to prevent overheating the body and mind. This strawberry rose smoothie is my favorite summertime breakfast, because it’s freaking delicious and heals the heart. Rose is a heart opening herb that is...
Sometimes it is the hardest thing in the world to simply maintain our focus on one thing at a time. We live in an era dictated by technology, multitasking, and instant gratification. Attention span is continuing to decrease as we step into an advancing technological...
All yoga can be viewed as somatic yoga as long as you are connecting with sensation inside of your body. More specifically, somatic yoga is a feminine form of yoga, meaning that it’s oriented more towards feeling and allowing your body to intuitively move. On a...
