Practicing Through the Spring Season

Spring Rhythms: Lightness, Renewal, and Practice Spring carries an energy of lightness and new life. It is an intentional gift from our Creator to break through the heavy, dark winter and open space for renewal. This season often brings a sense of new direction and growth. Lately, I’ve noticed a ... Read More

A Grounded Lent

Down-to-Earth Spirituality The purpose of Lent is to prepare us for Easter—it is not only a Catholic tradition, but an ancient Christian rhythm. In recent years, following the church calendar has been new for me. It has helped me live a more intentional rhythm of relationship with God. Lent feels... Read More

Unforced Rhythms of Grace

And I heard you can walk on water And my mind’s a raging sea Would you come And calm the storm within me Would you walk the waves with me —Jesus Jesus by CCV Music There are seasons when we feel worn down—close to the edge of ourselves under the accumulation of small, everyday stressors. The nerv... Read More

Returning to Presence through yoga

I hope the beginning of your 2026 has been gentle. And if it hasn’t, what do you need it to be for yourself right now? Practicing yoga is not about mastering yoga. In yoga, the subject is you. It’s the practice of becoming aware  of what it feels like to be you. Mindful attention gradually reveal... Read More

Advent Trust

I often get ahead of God in my plans, healing, and growth—and I am far less patient with myself than I am with others. This Advent I’m being reminded of the importance of patient trust. This is a season of hopeful waiting. Be still in the presence of the Lord,and wait patiently for him to act.-Ps... Read More

Discover the Strength of Quiet this Christmas

Seeking, Creating, Receiving and Sharing a Quiet Christmas.But oh! God is in his holy Temple!    Quiet everyone—a holy silence. Listen!-Habakkuk 2:20 (MSG)We live on this side of the birth, life and resurrection of Jesus. God the Son left his Kingdom to be Emmanuel—God with us. And believing and ... Read More

Do you know what your breath is asking for?

The more connected you become with your breath, the better your posture will naturally feel. When you’re tuned in, slouching or hiking your shoulders just doesn’t feel good—because it feels like restricted breathing. Here’s the thing: your breath has intelligence. It’s something you can be in rel... Read More

Rhythms in creation and body

God built natural rhythms into creation—and each season is a gift, inviting us to pause and check in. The energy of Fall offers us a chance to notice where we are in body, mind, heart, health, and relationships. We are made from the earth and breathe God’s own breath (Gen 2:7). We are Sacred Dust... Read More

Yoga Therapy Is Relationship

It's been a year. August 2024 marked a valley in my physical, emotional and spiritual health. I suffered significant pain from a herniated disc in my lumbar spine. I was told I needed surgery, which ignited fear and anxious energy. Despite living a healthy life with daily yoga, meditation, intent... Read More

Breath is so much more...

My kids are on summer break, so I’m doing a little “summer school” of my own. I'm learning about integrated inner healing and reconnecting with the image of God within. A few weeks ago, I wrote a response to someone asking how to stay present and aware during difficult moments. I wanted to share ... Read More