Entries by Jodyreece

Silence

Silence “The music is not in the notes, but in the silence between.”   -Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart We live in a world where individuals are constantly surrounded by some kind of noise. […]

Exclusive vs. Inclusive

When I began practicing yoga in 2000, yoga seemed exclusive. Certain styles of yoga offered “their” way as being the only way. Some studios catered to a certain audience that […]

Community

Community by Shannon Potter “My life amounts to no more than one drop in a limitless ocean. Yet, what is an ocean but a multitude of drops?” –Cloud Atlas David Mitchell […]

Breathing Tricks

Breathing Tricks If you are not familiar with the 4-7-8 breathing technique, it’s time for you to use and enjoy this very effective form of pranayama. This simple breathing directive […]

Practicing With Injuries

Practicing with injuries Yoga’s enhancement of balance and flexibility helps decrease the chance of various injuries. And there is good evidence that yoga strengthens the immune system, helping to protect […]

Sex and Yoga

Yoga and sex. Let me count the ways: Historically (meaning pre-20th century), probably not much of a relationship. At various times there have been undocumented connections made between the origins […]

Why Do Asana? Part 2

WHY DO ASANA? PART 2 I’ve been reading an intriguing book by science writer, Annie Murphy Paul. The Extended Mind: The Power of Thinking Outside the Brain (2022) gathers and […]