The Grey Hair Transition Post

The Grey Hair Transition Post

  It’s just hair, right? Ha!   Like it or not, a lot of our personal identity can be wrapped up in our hair. One only needs to look at film and literature to see many examples of the significance of hair and of changing one’s hairstyle. This holds true...
Ayurvedic Yoga with Nikki DeSalvo

Ayurvedic Yoga with Nikki DeSalvo

Curious about Ayurveda? Whether you know a little, a lot, or nothing at all, Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist Nikki DeSalvo from Sweet Hearth Yoga makes these timeless practices easy to understand in her friendly, down-to-earth manner. Listen in to our conversation to learn...
Can pain and illness be your wake-up call?

Can pain and illness be your wake-up call?

Why is mindset so important?   Do you focus on wellness or illness?   I’ve decided that I focus too much on illness and pain, and that kind of thinking can keep one feeling sick.   So instead I’ve decided to focus on wellness, health, vitality, my...
Practicing Yoga with an Autoimmune Illness – Some Considerations

Practicing Yoga with an Autoimmune Illness – Some Considerations

Yoga is a powerful tool for managing autoimmune illness or chronic pain. It is the most helpful tool in my personal wellness toolkit for healing from Rheumatoid Arthritis. As someone who both has an autoimmune illness and is a yoga teacher specializing in working with...
Breathe Easy

Breathe Easy

Post may contain affiliate links. This means if you make a purchase using this link, I may receive a small percentage of the sale, but you will pay the same price.   What’s the relationship between stress, chronic pain, and your breathing?   Let’s start by...
Goals, Resolutions, or Intentions – what works for you?

Goals, Resolutions, or Intentions – what works for you?

Do you set resolutions on New Year’s Day? Do you ever actually keep those resolutions? How do you feel about setting goals? Personally, I love the process of setting goals and resolutions, but I prefer the yogic idea of choosing a sankalpa rather than making...