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The Svadhistana Chakra

May 10, 2020 Danette Watt Leave a comment

The Muladhara, or Root, chakra, is all about our survival needs – food, shelter, safety. With our Sacral chakra, we…

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Posted in: chakras, yoga, yoga poses

The Power of Resiliency

May 2, 2020 Danette Watt Leave a comment

Why is Resiliency so Important? I’ve always been fascinated with people who have survived hardships, even horrible experiences such as…

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Posted in: self-care Filed under: resiliency, yoga

The Muladhara Chakra

April 1, 2020 Danette Watt Leave a comment

In the system of yoga, there is an understanding of seven main energy wheels that run along the spinal column.…

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Posted in: chakras

Create a Sacred Space

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We all need a space to call our own, a place where we can get away from the chaos of…

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Posted in: meditation, self-care Filed under: sacred space

Mind Jar

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I came across this idea on the blog Juggling with Kids years ago while doing a newsletter for Be Well…

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Posted in: meditation Filed under: meditation

How to Care for Your Yoga Mat and Props

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Your yoga mat isn’t just another “prop.” It’s the base that keeps you grounded to your practice. Its sticky surface…

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Posted in: yoga Filed under: yoga props

How to Practice Candle Gazing

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“Yogash chitta-vritti-nirodhah” Yoga is the cessation of the fluctuations of the mind ~ Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra I.2 If you’re new…

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Posted in: meditation Filed under: meditation, third eye chakra

How to Practice Nadi Shodhana

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Nadi Shodhana, or alternate nostril breathing, can be useful for both the beginner and seasoned yoga practitioner. It’s a simple…

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Posted in: meditation, pranayama Filed under: alternate nostril breath, parasympathetic nervous system, pranayama

Tips for Managing this New (Temporary) Way of Life

March 20, 2020 Danette Watt Leave a comment

It’s so easy to get caught up in the anxiety and stress of what’s happening, especially when it’s a rapidly…

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Salute to the Sun

March 7, 2020 Danette Watt Leave a comment

Ancient civilizations saw the sun as a source of life. It was power and energy, light and warmth. It’s what…

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Posted in: yoga, yoga poses Filed under: sun salutation, surya namaskar, yoga, yoga poses

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Recent Blog Posts

  • The Svadhistana Chakra May 10, 2020
  • The Power of Resiliency May 2, 2020
  • The Muladhara Chakra April 1, 2020
  • Create a Sacred Space April 1, 2020
  • Mind Jar April 1, 2020
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