On relationships: The bond with old friends is truly amazing. 2. Don't respond right away in difficult situations. Sometimes, don’t respond at all. 3. Have minimal contact with negative or energy-draining people. 4. Your relationship with yourself is the most important relationship of your life. 5. You don't know what other people are dealing with, …
Dear Yoga
Dear Yoga, It's been four years today since I took the plunge and decided to offer classes in my small hometown of Kenton. I was doubtful that there would be any interest, but my mom and best friend encouraged me to offer a session of four karma classes over the Christmas holidays. I should have …
Five Lessons I’ve Learned Since Becoming a Yoga Teacher
My biggest takeaway from this is that authenticity, honesty, and simply sharing my practice has taken me further than a handstand ever will.
Developing Morning Rituals: The Key to Starting Your Day Off Right
What is a morning ritual? A morning ritual is a series of habits, acts, or practices, usually completed in the same order, day after day. And these rituals are vitally important--the way we begin our morning sets the tone for the rest of our day. A calm, relaxed, and nourishing morning ritual may empower you …
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Self-Care and Wellness Practices for Colds and Flu
Well it finally happened. After ten years of teaching kindergarten and four years of a daily yoga practice, I have a rock solid immune system and I'm seldom sick. But every now and then, I get run down and my tired body just can't fight off the plethora of germs I encounter everyday. And right …
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Devon Caldwell 