Confessions of a Runner: Running Sucks

Ok that’s a little bit of an exaggeration, but right now that statement is true for me. It’s springtime here in Portland. Which means some days of torrential rain and wind, and some days of 65 and sunny. Sometimes it swings from one to the other in a matter of hours! That means running season…

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Magnetic Attraction: Properties and People

Let’s talk magnetism. That phenomena of two things inexplicably being drawn to each other.  Ok, I know there’s “science” behind it. But regardless, it’s a pretty incredible thing.  Take the connection away from metal and ore to people for a minute. Sometimes there’s that instantaneous reaction when you meet someone. I’ve found that it happens…

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“I needed that SO much!”

My favorite thing to hear as a teacher after yoga class is, “That was so fun!” My very close second favorite thing to hear is, “I needed that so much!” Let’s be honest. I would love to teach back-to-back handstands and arm balances with some vinyasas tossed into the mix every class. But I just…

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Finding Strength in Stillness

This past week is yet another reminder to me that stillness, quiet, and rest are just as important to being strong as running, push-ups, weight lifting, and all the other activities I love to do. Last week was rough. Getting back from 6 days in LA (5 of which were 18-hour non-stop action-packed days), less than 3…

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