Here’s an Instagram reel I posted after baking banana muffins the other day. These muffins are simple to make, super tasty, and healthier than most store-bought versions. (Sorry, when I downloaded the reel from Instagram, the music didn’t transfer.) They have more protein and fiber than an average muffin, so they’ll give you lasting energy…
I jerked my head back slightly to avoid… what? A piece of dandelion fluff? I laughed at myself, and smiled as I watched it float away. It startled me because I had been deep in thought about the root chakra while walking my dog. Suddenly I was there—in the moment—feet stopped—thoughts stopped by a delicate…
I had heard of a practice some people have of choosing a word — a concept — to be their overarching theme of the year. In yogic terms, this could be likened to a sankalpa, or deep intention. I had thought it was a cool idea, but never gave it a try–mainly because I didn’t…
If I had to sum up what life is all about in one word (thankfully I don’t!), I’d choose movement. Think about it: if we’re not moving, we’re dead. Even if we hold very still, we’re moving. We’re breathing. Even when we hold our breath, we’re moving. Our hearts are beating. And if your mind…
“Don’t just add physical activity to your life, add life to your physical activity.” —Michelle May I love this quotation because it gets to the heart of wholehearted living. If you’re going to do something—anything—do it with zest, with verve, with vitality. Why slog through things—especially exercise? Make it fun! Make it something that puts…
“When I stepped out into the bright sunlight from the darkness of the movie house, I had only two things on my mind: Paul Newman and a ride home.” Do you recognize this quotation? It’s the first line of The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton. It popped into my head this morning during meditation. Strange? Not…
I’m going to start by aging myself. Do you remember the playground game “Mother, May I?” Here’s a quick refresher: a group of kids would line up at one end of their chosen space and the “Mother” would stand at the other end. One at a time, players would be given the chance to…