Emotional Freedom – Satori Yoga

Healing The Mindset: From “AW” to “WOW”

by Julia | Sep 21, 2017 | New this month, Yoga

Last week’s post talked about “frozen” states of the nervous system, and used the practice of pendulation as a gentle way to coax the hyper vigilant nervous system out of its overly protective mode. This week yet another powerful pain –...

Super-Charge Your Wellness: The Missing Link

by Julia | May 10, 2016 | Living Your Yoga, Meditation, New this month, Yoga Therapy

Here is, as promised, the missing link for Super-Charge Your Wellness worksheet. Last week I said, “I saved the best for last.” The truth, of course, is slightly more complicated than that. These last two pieces of the health puzzle are both the beginning and the end...

SEATED MEDITATION PRACTICE – simple instructions

by Julia | Apr 28, 2016 | Emotional Freedom, Meditation, New this month

Begin by finding a comfortable seated posture that feels sturdy enough to sit in for several minutes. Arrange your spine in erect, yet relaxed position – rigidity will limit your ability to breathe in a relaxed manner. Set your timer. Close your eyes and once again...

Alternate Nostril Breathing, or Nadi Shodhana – Channel Clearing Breath

by Julia | Jan 22, 2016 | Emotional Freedom, Meditation, New this month, Yoga, Yoga Therapy

Nadi Shodhana means, “clearing the channels of circulation,” and is sometimes known descriptively as alternate nostril breathing. This breathing technique has a quieting effect and is very helpful in reducing mental turbulence associated with anxiety and...

Health Blind Spots: Do You Have One?

by Julia | Jan 13, 2016 | Meditation, New this month, Yoga, Yoga Therapy

I am guiding a first-time private client through a series of breathing practices. Her initial complaint is body-wide muscle tension that hasn’t abated despite weekly Pilates class and regular acupuncture sessions. Her tension is severe enough to interfere with her...