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Embracing Abundance: What It Is and What It’s Not

It's an absolute honor to announce that I’ll be the featured yoga instructor at this year’s League of Leading Ladies Conference happening in Bad Ragaz, Switzerland this May (by Swiss Ladies Drive GmbH). The prestigious global event will gather 200+ CXO leaders, both women and men from various corners of the world, to explore a theme deeply resonant with me: the pursuit of abundance. This blog post marks the beginning of a series I'll be sharing throughout April, aimed at spreading the theme of abundance to a wider audience!

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Emphasize the Exhale

Feeling frazzled?

Emphasizing the exhale is a technique often employed in various relaxation and mindfulness practices, such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, and meditation.

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From Manifesto to Business: The Journey of Inspired Action

In the whirlwind year of 2015, I found myself wearing many hats.

I was coaching college volleyball, mixing drinks behind the bar, teaching Kripalu yoga across the Cape as a recent grad, and delving into life coaching. Amidst the chaos, a simple yet profound mantra emerged: "Inspired Action." Born during a late-night bar shift, it evolved into my manifesto, hinting at something greater on the horizon.

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Nostril Nirvana: The Nasal Breathing Advantage

In the hustle and bustle of our fast-paced lives, the simple act of breathing often goes unnoticed. Yet, the way we breathe can be a powerful gateway to both physical health and mental well-being. Let’s explore the incredible benefits of breathing through the nose through easy to follow bullet points…

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Mindful at Work: Empowering Every Role

“How do I bring mindfulness into work if I’m not a leader or decision maker?”

This insightful question was brought to my attention from a participant of my Cultivating Calm in the Workplace corporate wellness workshop.

See below for a few actionable strategies to spark mindfulness at work, regardless of your role…

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ZenSports: Yoga for Student-Athletes

In 2014, I wrote my senior capstone research paper on yoga in school systems. Over the past 10 years, I’ve stayed true to my interest and narrowed my focus by specializing in yoga for student-athletes. Why dedicate myself to yoga tailored to student-athletes? As a a former two-sport collegiate athlete and current MIT wellness and yoga instructor, this work matters to me. The positive impact is immense and the benefits are many.

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I Spent My Remote Budget On Plants.

It’s 6:17pm on a blistery Tuesday evening in the middle of winter in New England.

A realization strikes, and I ponder the thought while sorting my beauty products into AM and PM bins.

It’s a blog title: “I Spent My Remote Work Budget on Plants.”

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