by YD Blog Team | Oct 15, 2019 | Holistic Wellness, Mindfulness, Openness, Self-Care, The Blog
On your mat, you close your eyes taking a deep breath in and out. If you are familiar with yoga, you have probably heard an instructor guide you to focus on your breathing (1). Breathing seems to be an intricate part of practicing yoga but breathwork can also be... by YD Blog Team | Sep 14, 2019 | Mindfulness, Openness, Relaxations, Self-Care, The Blog, Workshop, Yoga Classes, Yoga District Community, Yoga Practice
Most yoga that you practice is likely yang in nature like a Vinyasa Flow. A dynamic class that is active to a certain degree working your muscles, building strength, stamina, and flexibility. In contrast Yin Yoga (1) is a stable and passive practice where grounded... by YD Blog Team | May 10, 2019 | Mindfulness, Openness, Self-Care, The Blog, Workshop, Yoga District Community
Mindfulness is the ability to be aware of one’s feelings, thoughts, and actions in the present moment. If you are ever swept up by emotions during communicating with others or struggle to know your role in relationships, then being more mindful can help. Mindfulness... by Blog Team of Yoga District | Nov 17, 2018 | Holistic Wellness, Mindfulness, Relaxation, Self-Care, The Blog, Workshop
Sally, a Yoga District teacher, has been struggling with severe migraine attacks since age of 15. For years she dealt with pain multiple times during the month. She would take strong pain killers while spending days in the dark and quiet. She finally found s natural... by YD Blog Team | Aug 4, 2018 | Mindfulness, Relaxation, Self-Care, Sleep Hygiene, The Blog
A good night’s sleep is a form of self-care. Pamela is a certified Yoga Alliance Registered (E-RYT 500) Instructor, Sleep Wellness Coach, HeartMath Coach and Mindful Yoga Therapist. She had struggled with insomnia, secondary PTS and stress which led to sleep... by YD Blog Team | Jul 9, 2018 | Mindfulness, Openness, Relaxation, Relaxations, Self-Care, The Blog, Workshop, Yoga Classes, Yoga Practice
Embrace the Calm Deep breath in. Slow sigh out. Body sinks to floor. Mind becomes decluttered. I attended my first restorative yoga class during a high stress week. This passive practice has become a beautiful counter to my hectic life. Plus in this hot summer it...
