by jeanette | Jan 24, 2016 | Love, Meditation
Mettā (Pali) or Maitrī (Sanskrit) means unconditional loving kindness and friendliness towards yourself. It is a practice worth cultivating, as it allows us to live more fully in love with life and enhances all of our relationships. In this workshop we will explore...
by jeanette | Jan 23, 2014 | Bhakti, Love, Meditation, patanjali, philosophy, Poetry, Yoga sutras
Ishvara Pranidhana Va ईश्वर-प्रणिधान Patanjali Yoga Sutra 1.23 From a special process of devotion and letting go into the creative source from which we emerged (ishvara pranidhana), the coming of samadhi is imminent. (ishvara pranidhana va) “Worship does not...
by jeanette | Jan 21, 2014 | attachment, Bhakti, family, Long Term Care, Love, Meditation, philosophy, Poetry, Quality of Life
So, have you ever felt your heart break? Just right open? You know that sensation you feel. Physically. Is it sharp or dull? Does it run deep towards the pit of your stomach or high up in your throat making it so that you can’t breathe? I’ve felt it...
by jeanette | Nov 22, 2013 | Bhakti, Love, Meditation, Poetry, yoga
So I had the opportunity to have a photoshoot with the incredible Robert Sturman. If you haven’t seen his work, check him out here. We spoke of the art of yoga and how he strives to capture it with his camera. What a gift to connect with such an inspired artist....
by jeanette | Nov 20, 2013 | Bhakti, Meditation, philosophy, Poetry, yoga
We all have those moments when life brings us to our knees. It recently happened for me and it was the truest test of my dedication to my practice so far. When things are going smoothly it is easy to believe the teachings, to have faith and certainty that everything...
by jeanette | Aug 23, 2013 | Bhakti, Love, Meditation, philosophy, Poetry, Thai Yoga Massage, yoga
Rooted in rich tradition, the practices of Yoga and Thai Massage blend together to create a beautifully integrated approach to well being. Practiced in a state of loving kindness these healing modalities offer space for the individual to connect with their inner...