My Vinyasa Practice Blog
Resources for new or advanced yogis to enhance their practice
The My Vinyasa Practice blog is your go-to resource for evidence-informed, heart-centered content on yoga and wellness. Our articles cover a wide range of topics designed to deepen your personal practice and support your journey as a student or teacher. Explore expert insights on:
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Ayurveda and seasonal self-care practices
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Yoga Asana and safe alignment using props
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Yoga Therapy and trauma-informed approaches
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The Chakra System and subtle body awareness
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Online Yoga Teacher Training and continuing education
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Lineage in Yoga and the roots of Vinyasa
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Sequencing for Vinyasa Yoga and class design techniques
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We feature content from experienced yoga educators, wellness professionals, and thought leaders who share their expertise through diverse lenses—bringing you a well-rounded understanding of topics like asana, yoga therapy, meditation, Ayurveda, and more.
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Navigating Preteen Emotions With Compassion
This week I took my daughter to her "talk doctor". That's what we call our therapist. She is the most beautiful, compassionate human being I've ever met. I admire her very much. As the three of us sat in session the topic of harming one's self came up. My daughter...
Why I Left Instagram
Over the past few weeks I've had several friends comment on the fact that I'm no longer on Instagram, and I decided that I'll share the takeaways from my experience with social media. First, let me say that I don't believe social media is bad. I've been polling people...
Appropriate Stress and the Kapha Teen
My oldest son John is a typical Kapha who is out of balance. If you're new to the term Kapha, it is the name of one of the three doshas that are used to assess one's physical manifestation. In addition to being Kapha, he is also a teenager with a touch of Autism that...
Low Carb Taco Tuesday
In our house, Taco Tuesday is a given. My husband waits for Taco Tuesday like a four year old waits for Christmas. If we could eat tacos in some form or fashion ever night, he would be in heaven. I like tacos, but currently I'm on a mission to trim the fat, and let's...
Heartbreak, Healing, and Cherished Takeaways
Early Imprints of Love and Connection When babies are born, they are dependent on their parents for care and security. Our brains are designed to imprint a caregiver’s face as our “chosen object” of devotion and love. As we grow, society teaches us to redirect that...
Yoga Therapy: A Holistic Approach to Preventative Care
The National Institute for Complementary and Integrative Health released studies showing improved physical, intellectual, and emotional health in yoga practitioners who had previously complained of both generalized and specific pain. Psychology Today made claims that...
Abhyanga | Ayurvedic Massage
Abhyanga, or Ayurvedic self massage is one of my go to self care techniques. Abhyanga is originally mentioned in the Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, and the Ashtanga Hridayam; these three texts are among the ancient Ayurvedic texts that lay the foundation for...
Yoga and Ayurveda
What Is Ayurveda? The Foundation of Holistic Nutrition and Healthy Living Ayurveda, often referred to as the sister science to yoga, is an ancient healing system that views food as medicine and the body as a reflection of elemental balance. In Ayurveda, all...
Advancing Your Practice
Advance Your Practice, Transform Your Life: Learn How Yoga Teacher Training, One On One Instruction, And Yoga Therapy Can Support Your Personal Growth Advanced yoga practice involves precision, alignment, and intelligent sequencing, rather than simply pursuing...
“How Often Should I Practice Yoga?”
Finding the Right Frequency for You The frequency of your yoga practice depends on several factors — your lifestyle, your level of commitment, and the time you can dedicate to your practice. Personally, I tend to be more conservative than others. I usually suggest...
So Many Words
There are so many new words and terms to learn when you decided to start practicing yoga. Check out our take on yoga vocabulary. Have you ever walked into a yoga class and found yourself absolutely lost in translation within moments? You're not alone. Nearly every...
Starting a Yoga Practice
We all have different reasons for starting a yoga practice. Some of us are looking for something to redirect our attention. Others are looking for the physical benefits of a strong practice. Some people come looking for peace of mind and more balance in their lives....
Cultivating Practice
When I first started practicing yoga I would practice as time permitted. I didn't always have the bandwidth to practice, and in the beginning yoga was just one of the many tools I had at my disposal for physical engagement. When I started to practice daily I saw...
The Application of Compassion
Over the past two and a half years I've been integrating my faith based, primarily Christian studies, with spiritual practices that are rich in ancient tradition and ritual. In January I began studying under the guidance of Tibetan teachers and monks on compassion and...