Category Archives: Little Things
Dear Normal Day
Dear Normal Day, You do not exist. Sincerely, Alysha Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Battle of Puebla which took place on May 5th, 1862. It was an underdog victory for Mexico against France. And despite the fact that this little
Dear Normal Day
Dear Normal Day, You do not exist. Sincerely, Alysha Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Battle of Puebla which took place on May 5th, 1862. It was an underdog victory for Mexico against France. And despite the fact that this little
One Word: Compassion
I practice yoga. A lot. Since teacher training, my goal has always been to practice more than I teach. That being said, I have taken class with many instructors, and though I wish I could say I have thoroughly enjoyed
One Word: Compassion
I practice yoga. A lot. Since teacher training, my goal has always been to practice more than I teach. That being said, I have taken class with many instructors, and though I wish I could say I have thoroughly enjoyed
This Little Light of Mine
I’ve said it before – and if you practice yoga regularly with me, you’ll here me say it a million more times – yoga is about getting connected to yourself. It’s that “thing” that exists in each of us. Whatever
This Little Light of Mine
I’ve said it before – and if you practice yoga regularly with me, you’ll here me say it a million more times – yoga is about getting connected to yourself. It’s that “thing” that exists in each of us. Whatever
What’s Your Story?
The way we get to know other people is through telling stories. I was born in ______, I grew up with ________. It was a ______ experience. Earlier in my life, _________ happened to me, and now I am _________.
What’s Your Story?
The way we get to know other people is through telling stories. I was born in ______, I grew up with ________. It was a ______ experience. Earlier in my life, _________ happened to me, and now I am _________.
Cultivating Mindfulness. A New Book. A New Adventure.
This past weekend I had to pick up one of my textbooks from the Health Sciences Bookstore. I always procrastinate going down there (since it is clear across campus), but it is without a doubt one of my favorite bookstores
Cultivating Mindfulness. A New Book. A New Adventure.
This past weekend I had to pick up one of my textbooks from the Health Sciences Bookstore. I always procrastinate going down there (since it is clear across campus), but it is without a doubt one of my favorite bookstores
Opening the Doors to an Uncomfortable Conversation
Dear Friend, If you have simply clicked on this link to read this letter from me to you – I already applaud you. You’ve taken the first step in taking action to listen to something very important that I have
Opening the Doors to an Uncomfortable Conversation
Dear Friend, If you have simply clicked on this link to read this letter from me to you – I already applaud you. You’ve taken the first step in taking action to listen to something very important that I have
Dear 2011….
Dear 2011, This year has been a year of amazing transformation and evolution for me. Thank you for all of the peace and happiness you have brought me. Here are some of my top moments of the past 365 days…
Dear 2011….
Dear 2011, This year has been a year of amazing transformation and evolution for me. Thank you for all of the peace and happiness you have brought me. Here are some of my top moments of the past 365 days…
Embrace Your Inner Weirdo: Being “Un-Yogic”
In yoga teacher training we learned about how often times, students place their teachers on pedestals. I know I used to. In my mind, all yoga teachers were perfect peaceful human beings. They must always eat healthy food, and listen to
Embrace Your Inner Weirdo: Being “Un-Yogic”
In yoga teacher training we learned about how often times, students place their teachers on pedestals. I know I used to. In my mind, all yoga teachers were perfect peaceful human beings. They must always eat healthy food, and listen to
Wake Up. Live Life With Passion.
“Don’t ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and then go do that. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” – Howard Thurman If you haven’t experienced it, you’ve heard
Wake Up. Live Life With Passion.
“Don’t ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and then go do that. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” – Howard Thurman If you haven’t experienced it, you’ve heard
Kindness 101 via San Diego Metropolitan Transit System
“A stranger is just a friend you haven’t met yet.” – Will Roger I’m walking along Pacific Beach, letting my toes just barely touch the waves as they creep up along the sand. The water is freezing, and there is
Kindness 101 via San Diego Metropolitan Transit System
“A stranger is just a friend you haven’t met yet.” – Will Roger I’m walking along Pacific Beach, letting my toes just barely touch the waves as they creep up along the sand. The water is freezing, and there is
The Last Goodbye
So I wasn’t exactly sure how to say goodbye to this house I’ve lived in the past 20 years. I feel slightly ridiculous being so attached to something so unhuman-like. I pulled up our newly pressurewashed driveway as I approached
The Last Goodbye
So I wasn’t exactly sure how to say goodbye to this house I’ve lived in the past 20 years. I feel slightly ridiculous being so attached to something so unhuman-like. I pulled up our newly pressurewashed driveway as I approached
