Illuminations

There’s a classical yoga story of the snake and the rope I want to share with you today.

Appreciation is a powerful tool that can positively impact both the giver and the receiver. When we show appreciation, we acknowledge and value the efforts and contributions of others. It feels good to take time to appreciate someone’s efforts, even something simple that might not be noticed otherwise. This can boost morale and motivation.

I’m guessing you have heard of the Stress Response. This important biological response is rooted in our physiology. Fight or Flight is much more well-known than the Freeze response. We think of the stress response as speeding up to survive…. but not enough people know about the shutdown response,...

My mom loved quotes. Her kitchen cabinets were covered with inspirations jotted onto sticky notes. The refrigerator was covered with photos of family and friends and more quotes. Unfurling her roll-top desk revealed little notes and thoughts taped on the leading edge and scotch taped onto other...