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Maya Angelou: “I have taught myself so much.”
On May 28, legendary author Maya Angelou died at the age of 86. She never went to college, but earned more than 30 honorary degrees. "I created myself," she has said. "I have taught myself so much." Please take a few minutes of your time today to learn more about this...
Yoga District in Costa Rica!
This past March, Yoga District, for the first time ever, offered a 200-hour intensive teacher training in Jaco, Costa Rica! Eight students (including yours truly) attended the training, which was led by Yoga District founder Jasmine. While there they studied,...
Down Dog to Drop the Dog!
The Physicians Committee is working to spread awareness about how you and your loved ones can prevent colorectal cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer among men and women, with 1 in 20 developing it in his...
Vata, Pitta, Kapha, Oh My!
The description for Yoga District's upcoming Introductory Ayurveda Workshop begins, "Ever heard the words vata, pitta, or kapha around the yoga studio and wondered what they meant?" Personally I have always wanted to learn more about ayurveda but had never heard the...
Some Encouragement As We Head Intro Spring!
From Daisaku Ikeda's "To My Friends" Series: Determine to face and challenge any suffering or hardship head on! Continuous, ceaseless efforts to challenge your situation will enable you to strengthen and deepen your life condition. Engrave in your life a personal...
Shopping Strategies to Achieve Your Nutrition Goals
I think it's safe to say many of us know what the healthiest foods are for us to consume: more fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and the importance of eliminating or at least limiting the amount of processed foods we take in. So the first step towards achieving a...
