A few years ago, I used to do annual wrap-ups at the end of the year, which was a fun way to think back on the highlights from the previous twelve months. But I let that fall away after a very busy year and then when the pandemic hit, there…
For me, it was another exciting year to be a part of The Mat’s community. Every year is fantastic, but with the opportunity to have even more in-person events this year, I was reminded so many times about how fortunate I feel to have found this community. The Mat maintained…
As this year starts to wind down, it might be time to think about plans for next year. That’s not to say rush through the holiday season! Year-end can feel like a whirlwind, but it’s also a time to focus on slowing down to enjoy time with friends and family…
Recently I had a week where my regular practice schedule was off. It’s one thing when it’s off due to travel (but quick note – with The Mat continuing to offer virtual classes, taking a class while away is still a possibility!). But this particular week it was just with…
The other month I wrote about a piece of advice for going on a yoga retreat: be open to trying new things. The Mat’s 2022 yoga retreat in Costa Rica this past summer was my first time attending a yoga retreat (though it had definitely been something I’d wanted to…
“Root to Rise.” I’ve heard this – or some variation of this – a fair number of times in class over the years, and it’s something that’s really stuck with me for a variety of reasons. As I hear it in class, I see it as building a strong foundation…