Hatha Heart

10/07/2026

Integral is defined as "necessary and important as part of a whole". It is only when we calm and quiet the mind, that we can find the part of ourselves that connects us to the entirety of existence. It is in stillness that we recognize our true nature and our connection to all that is. 💗

10/01/2026

Yoga is something you must experience. You cannot just do it once and decide whether you like it or not. Although for some, one good class is enough for them to appreciate it. For the rest of us, we must attend a few classes and maybe, even a few different classes with different instructors to begin to understand what is happening.

When I first attended yoga, I was not sure why I liked it. I just knew that I felt better after class. It was not the same high that I would get from a good run or cardio class; it was something more subtle and more calming and peaceful. When life became, more stressful for me, the after effects of a good class were more potent and important to me. It kept me coming back.

09/30/2026

Wednesday nights at 7PM CST via Zoom. You don't have to leave the house to get your yoga fix. You don't have to lose your yoga buzz while driving home after class. We practice together via zoom from the comfort of your home. You feel really calm and relaxed. You roll off your mat and into your bed to enjoy a good night's sleep.

Message me for details. I would love to have you join us. New month of classes begin next Wednesday, October 7th. 💗

09/30/2026

Keep at it. Yoga month ends today, but the practice continues. 💗✨💗

09/29/2026

According to the National Academy of Sports Medicine, there are 7 different types of exercise we should include in an integrated workout plan. Do you include all of these in your current workout plan? Which of these come as a surprise?

I am a certified personal trainer and yoga instructor. Let me know if there is some training you need help integrating into your workout plan.

See my blog on my website, HathaHeart.com, for more information on these 7 different types of exercise.

09/23/2026

September is National Yoga Month. In my life, every month is yoga month and every day is yoga day. 😁

Yoga has been a constant in my life for many years. Initially, I practiced occasionally when I had the time, but I realized that I always felt better on the days I practiced. In trying times, I came to lean upon yoga. Yoga provided a way to calm my fears and insecurities and to gather clarity. To deepen my understanding of yoga, I attended yoga teacher training in Sedona AZ at 7 Centers Yoga Arts not once, but twice! I am not certain if it was practicing sun salutations atop a plateau watching the sun illuminate the magical red and pink sandstone canyons of Sedona or simply the peace and presence I felt each time I practiced, but I fell in love with yoga.

My transition from consultant to yoga teacher was a slow, evolution. It was my practice that gave me the courage to take each progressive step. Eventually, yoga became my mission and life's work. Yoga provided the discernment needed to navigate my path.

Keep practicing yoga. With continued practice, you will find that yoga is much more than stretching; it's a steady and reliable path to peace and presence.

📸I have shared a few photos:
Photo 1: Me
Photo 2: Sradhha, my yoga teacher, from 7 Centers Yoga Arts
Photo 3&4: The beautiful scenery of Sedona
Photo 5: The yurt and grounds at 7 Centers
Photo 6: 7 Centers Studio - last day of my 500-hour teacher training course

09/09/2026

Let me let you in on a little secret: when you practice yoga, a lot more is happening than just trying to touch your toes. Yoga trains us to bring our awareness back into our bodies. So many of us live in a loud often chaotic world that demands our full attention. Life has us going and coming reactively and mindlessly. Little of our awareness is left for understanding and listening to our own inner voice. The voice of wisdom whispers gently when are still and we are never still. We have too many things to do, too many distractions. With yoga asana, we feel and consciously acknowledge the gross feedback from the legs, arms and spine, but overtime, our awareness is refined and we begin to notice the subtle feedback from our internal environment, our digestion, our breathing patterns, etc. Finally, we become aware of the fluctuations of our mind and it is there that so much power lies. Our mind drives our perception and thus our reaction, to the life we are living. Tuning into our mind and redirecting our thoughts is how mindful transformation occurs. It is a game changer. This month is National Yoga Month. Find a class near you and give yoga a try.

09/08/2026

If you have ever rolled out of bed feeling stiff and achy all over, you already know why flexibility matters. The opposite of flexibility is rigidity, stiffness and discomfort.

When we are stiff, we find ourselves battling an-ever present, resistance to movement and it is exhausting.
1) Flexibility is important, because it can help us move with greater ease. Less effort and energy is expended to perform our day-to-day movements.
2) For some, the stiffness is significant and painful so flexibility practices, like yoga, can ease chronic pain and discomfort.
3) Flexibility can also help one improve posture. Good posture supports proper breathing and digestion.
4) Finally, flexibility can help prevent injuries. When we are stiff, it can reduce our range of motion and response time, so work to keep things supple and responsive.

Be sure to incorporate some type of activity that promotes flexibility into your daily routine. Even a short 5 minutes of stretching can deliver noticeable benefits. 💗

08/23/2026

This article explains a lot of key biological concepts one should know if they are trying to lose weight. Also, it does an excellent job explaining the nutritional benefits of eating plants and how plants contribute to one’s health.🌱

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07/10/2026

It is only in stillness that the voice of inner wisdom can make itself heard. In world filled with constant distraction and often overwhelming responsibilities, finding stillness can be difficult. The best and easiest time to be still and quiet is immediately after rising from bed in the morning. However, if that does not work for you, find a time that works better for you.

Please know you don’t need to find 20 minutes of stillness (even though that is the general recommendation) for it to be effective. Even just 2 or 3 minutes a day can be helpful. Block out 5 minutes for stillness and silence in your calendar everyday for 7 days and notice how you feel. It’s a simple experiment that can create transformative change in your life. Let me know how it goes. 🧘🏻‍♀️💖🧘🏻💖🧘🏽‍♂️💖