THE ANALOGY OF THE RIVER
Valerie Moselle Valerie Moselle

THE ANALOGY OF THE RIVER

It is fear that interferes with our ability to navigate currents and manage the energy and force of the river. In order to be intuitive, intelligent and effective travelers we must do two things…

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WHEN YOGA CUTS DEEP AND A GREMLIN POPS OUT
Valerie Moselle Valerie Moselle

WHEN YOGA CUTS DEEP AND A GREMLIN POPS OUT

We think we practice yoga for the physical benefits, and to feel that flush of relaxation that comes during that delicious rest at the end of class. But every now and then our practice unearths unpleasant emotions, such as frustration, anger, sadness, or fear. When this happens it can feel like a sinister gremlin has been awakened within us…

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ISOLATION IS NOT SELF CARE — WELLNESS MYTH #2
Valerie Moselle Valerie Moselle

ISOLATION IS NOT SELF CARE — WELLNESS MYTH #2

The bathtub is filling. The candles are lit. You settle in with relief. Soon all your worries and stress will be washed away. After your bath you will emerge resurrected, refreshed and ready to serve your family-aging parent-boss-partner-community with grace for yet another day. (hmmmm…did I just say that last part out loud?)

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YOU ARE NOT BROKEN: ONE WELLNESS MYTH WE MUST LET GO OF FOREVER
Valerie Moselle Valerie Moselle

YOU ARE NOT BROKEN: ONE WELLNESS MYTH WE MUST LET GO OF FOREVER

What if we approached our suffering as if we were already whole. What if we saw our suffering as part of a life that is already complete. Nothing less. But also nothing more. Our experience is just our experience. Plain and simple. And in every moment it is ever changing.

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ON LUMA'S CLOSING: A MESSAGE FROM VALERIE
yoga Valerie Moselle yoga Valerie Moselle

ON LUMA'S CLOSING: A MESSAGE FROM VALERIE

Over the last eight years my business partners, staff and I have worked together to manifest our vision to provide accessible holistic services to a population that is ever stressed by the demands of modern life. We had a lofty and inclusive mission from the beginning. We asked a lot of ourselves along the way.

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ZOOM YOGA SUCKS — WE NEED TO GATHER
yoga Valerie Moselle yoga Valerie Moselle

ZOOM YOGA SUCKS — WE NEED TO GATHER

While we have done all that we can to make the most of practicing yoga amidst a global pandemic, as these months roll on I think I am not alone when I share that I am growing weary of Zoom. As teachers we remain committed to you and to our classes; but we miss you. And for me at least, Zoom is just not cutting it.

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SHELTERING TOGETHER: GIVING THE GIFT OF MASSAGE
Julie Gallant, MA Holistic Health Education & CMT Julie Gallant, MA Holistic Health Education & CMT

SHELTERING TOGETHER: GIVING THE GIFT OF MASSAGE

A simple warm touch can provide profound benefits, including calming cardiovascular stress & providing a release of oxytocin, which is associated with feelings of love, bonding, and wellbeing.

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HOME PRACTICE: TIPS FOR BEGINNING
yoga Dawn Hayes yoga Dawn Hayes

HOME PRACTICE: TIPS FOR BEGINNING

For those of us introduced to yoga in a gym or yoga studio, the idea of a home practice can seem quite daunting. You’ve had the opportunity to feel the way a group of people practicing yoga together builds an energy that carries you.

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