Whether it’s exploring the local trails, playing pretzel on the yoga mat, or diving into a book on inner peace, Lena loves an adventure. You can find her teaching yoga in San Diego, leading retreats near and far, and empowering others to be the change they wish to see in the world. Learn more about Lena at www.yoginilena.com .
The spiritual aspects of yoga have aided Lena in the never-ending search for peace, calm, and positivity within, and she’s passionate about sharing these tools with others. She is intentional about taking yoga off the mat and loves finding the bridges between the heart and mind, the individual and community, and mindfulness and expression. Lena is also an avid hiker, happiness-seeker, feminist, and proud owner of an adorable dog named Clementine.
Communication is key. Especially during these trying times, communication is more important than ever. Here are some general tips for communicating your mental health needs with a loved one.
It’s that time of the year—you probably want to make some changes and see some dreams come to fruition. Try using the Chakras to create SMART goals and life-changing aspirations.
Whether you have a day or a week, you can make your vacation time relaxing and at a lower cost by simply staying home. Next time you choose to intentionally vacation at home, consider trying out one these staycation ideas.
With generations of consistent movement of people all around the globe and the ever-increasing globalization of society comes the transference of goods, foods, traditions, languages, music, and people. Cultures morph, combust, and combine. Almost every ritual, practice, and beloved tradition you have ever (or never) heard of comes from another. There is a sweetness and connection that comes from, say, lighting a candle in honor of your ancestors just as they did for theirs many generations ago, even if you don’t do it exactly the same way as they did. We can appreciate and honor the intention behind original traditions, while still making them our own for modern contexts.
What goes into your body not only feeds your physical body, but also your spirit. As you think about what you eat and drink, consider taking a step back for an intuitive approach.
Comer intuitivamente puede nutrir su cuerpo, mente y espíritu y también invitar a la renovación. Honrar tu sabiduría interior es un acto muy fuerte. En un mundo que te dice constante y consistentemente que no eres suficiente, que ser tú está mal, y que solo necesitas comprar esta crema, o tomar este suplemento, o apuntarte a este curso para que te arreglen (¡uf!), decidir cómo ser tú, tal como eres, es revolucionario.
As you plant the seed of a sankalpa at the beginning or end of a yoga session, you create space to move through the world with greater compassion, purpose, and clarity, as an individual and as part of a collective.
Practicing yoga, meditation, or any form of mindfulness with your dad could be a positive way to connect—whether that’s in person or from afar.
Mindful language in a yoga class has the potential to create an environment of inclusivity and safety for all students. This matters even more for students who identify as LGBTQIA+.
Knowing and understanding the nuances of your child’s dosha can help you decide which activities will engage them most, which foods will nourish them best, and how to help soothe strong emotions when life gets hectic.