Yoga is often seen as just a physical practice—asana (postures) and pranayama (breathwork). But in reality, yoga offers a profound path to mental, emotional, and spiritual liberation. In this post, I’ll provide an overview of the Eight Limbs of Yoga as outlined by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras, one of the foundational texts of modern yoga. Understanding these limbs is essential to deepening your yoga practice, both on and off the mat.

Hands-on assists have long been a common tool in yoga teaching, helping students refine their alignment, deepen their practice, and create greater body awareness. But like many teaching techniques, there’s more complexity than meets the eye. When used with care and consent, assists can enhance a student’s experience, but if done improperly or without clear communication, they can lead to discomfort, emotional triggers, or even harm. This post explores the power of hands-on assists, their potential drawbacks, and the importance of trauma-informed teaching.

As autumn settles in, there’s something undeniably special about this season—especially here in Kansas City, where it’s everyone’s favorite time of year. With cooler temperatures, cozy sweaters, and the smell of pumpkin spice in the air, it’s easy to get excited. But as the weather changes, it’s important to adjust our self-care routines too.

Deciding to become a yoga teacher is a transformative journey, filled with personal growth and reflection. It’s not just about learning how to guide others through poses, but about deepening your own practice and understanding of yoga’s true essence. Before taking the leap, it’s important to reflect on a few key factors that will help guide you along the way.

Hello, dear friend! In this post, I want to explore the magic that happens when we combine yoga and travel. While you can practice yoga anywhere—even in your own room—there’s something special about stepping out of your routine and embarking on a journey that deepens your connection to both your practice and the world around you.

As modern yogis, many of us don’t live in caves, devoting every waking moment to meditation or asana. We’re part of the larger society—balancing family, work, and our spiritual practice. This means that yoga isn’t just confined to the mat but extends into every facet of our lives, including civic duties like voting. Engaging in the world around us is a form of yoga, and today I’d like to explore how yoga and voting intersect.

Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Facing Dog) is a foundational pose in yoga, especially in vinyasa-style practices, but despite its frequent appearance, it’s often misunderstood. Some view it as a resting pose, but there’s more complexity to it than that. While it can become restful with time and practice, it’s an active posture requiring engagement, alignment, and intention. Below are five tips to help you elevate your downward-facing dog, creating a more supported, aligned, and easeful practice.

Yoga can be a wonderful journey whether you’re just starting out, looking to restart your practice, or hoping to spice things up. No matter where you are on your yoga path, these five tips will help you create a spark in your practice and reconnect with your body, mind, and spirit.

Yoga is a practice that nearly everyone has encountered in some way, from kids practicing along with YouTube videos to older adults stretching in retirement communities. But while many of us have experienced a form of yoga, how well do we truly understand what it is?

Yoga has been a cornerstone of my life for years, but I didn’t always know it would play such a big role in my journey. In fact, when I first encountered yoga, I had no idea it would become a lifelong passion and my career. I’d like to share a bit about how I went from casually practicing yoga to owning a yoga studio and teaching others to become instructors through my own Yoga Teacher Training program.