Key Benefits of Embarking on a Wellness Retreat

In today's fast-paced world, finding moments of tranquility and self-care can be challenging. Wellness retreats have surged in popularity recently, offering a much-needed escape from the demands of eve...

Having just returned from Costa Rica (again), I feel ready to truly clear out the junk from my trunk. Meaning... clean the house, clear the closet, and cleanse my body. In fact, my feet have been cramping from a touch of dehydration after a long red-...

Tell me, is this you?

You have an adventurous spirit seeking both inner exploration and outdoor adventure.

If so, let's talk about the magic of adventure.

You know, that feeling when you step out of your comfort zone and into the unknown? It's exh...

As you know, I’ve been curating Retreats for many years now. You may believe that it’s about travel, culture, and the beauty of nature and you’re right!

However, what continues to inspire these adventures is the people. It’s you, and the connections...

Are you in it? 

Winter. 

Snow fell here in California recently.

Time to hunker in and sip hot tea. 

Or maybe you're out on the slopes like my daughter who is currently snowboarding with her dad in Montana. 

As for me, I'm heading south. Waaaaaay...

Here it is the first day of 2024. Is your mind set on a New Year’s Resolution declaring, “This year I’m going to….” 

Maybe last night you even held a sacred ritual, huddled up with your besties around a raging fire, tossing in strips of paper upon w...

The Eight Limbs of Yoga: An 16-part mini-course

PART ELEVEN: ASANA

Steadiness and ease in balance create the comfortable seat.
- SUTRA II.46

Gingerly stepping onto the soft surface of your sticky mat, your breath releases with a sigh as you settl...

The Eight Limbs of Yoga: An 16-part mini-course

PART TEN: ISHVARA PRANIDHANA

Surrender to the Divine.
- SUTRA II.45

Contemplating the teachings of Ishvara Pranidhana, my mind immediately conjures up those words that we baby boomers know so well, “...

The Eight Limbs of Yoga: An 16 part mini-course

PART NINE: SVADHYAYA – Self Study

Sacred study of the divine through scriptures, nature, and introspection.
– SUTRA II.44

There is always room for improvement in your life. Svadhyaya represents an on...