As both a birth doula and Reiki practitioner, I have wondered how Reiki can support soon-to-be moms and their babies. Knowing that Reiki cannot harm, I understood that Reiki would not start an early labor or cause harm to either party, but I was curious what the benefi...

I've been interested in the role of a birth doula for some time now. And taking a prenatal yoga teacher training only reinforced this curiosity. It also created a spark to support women during their pregnancy. So when I saw a birth doula training was coming up with a t...

 Many of us practice yoga in the studio with a group or at home in front of the TV or computer. This is such a great way to exercise, connect with a community (if at a studio), and develop a regular practice.  But what if you are wanting more? Perhaps you want clarific...

I am in the midst of a Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training at a local studio. Although I don't have children and don't plan to, I love the idea of supporting women who have chosen this path. As part of the training, we each did an independent study in an area that intereste...

Last weekend, I completed my Reiki level 2 training and received my attunement. I have been a level 1 Reiki practitioner for several months, and after every Reiki session I provide, I am so amazed at the healing power of Reiki. I love listening to feedback from my clie...

I'm co-leading a workshop with yoga teacher Lilah Strauss later this month that combines yin yoga and Reiki healing. To make this workshop more special, we have found a sound healer to play live music during the event. In researching his offerings, I was intrigued to l...

It’s time to throw the shaming self-talk and guilt out the window. Anyone who has had to peel themselves away from the chocolate, bread or cheese know that food cravings are a very real thing. We know we shouldn’t, but we eat it anyway. The Lay’s Potato Chip slogan “Be...

Take a look at your typical week.  How much time do you spend working, driving the kids around, caring for your loved ones, and supporting others? Now compare that to how much time you spend resting and practicing self-care. I imagine that you spend a much larger bulk...

The first time I experienced Reiki was after a close friend had received her training and attunement. She explained the concept of Reiki and gave me a one-hour Reiki session. At the time, I felt a little energy moving but not much else. It was an interesting experience...

I recently picked up a few classes at a new studio that's opening this spring. Rather taking pictures and using bios to let students get to know their instructors, the manager at this studio filmed each teacher answering the question, "Why do you practice yoga?".  I ha...