My Resolution to Cry More, The Link Between Tears and Porn, and Shifting from Objectification to Subject-Relation

Even though it’s not New Years or anything, the other day I made a resolution: Cry More. I resolve to cry more.  While society teaches us (especially men) to NEVER weep, a couple of years ago yoga teacher and friend, Meghan Currie, helpfully encouraged us instead of fighting back and holding our tears, to let them … Continue reading My Resolution to Cry More, The Link Between Tears and Porn, and Shifting from Objectification to Subject-Relation

Meditation on Breathe and Be to Connect to Big Bliss

In yoga we generally end our practice with Namaste, meaning "the Divine in me sees and honors the Divine in you."  This sweet, yet radical reminder mirrors my Christian tradition in that Namaste declares EACH of us has divine beauty, eliminates the borders between and within us, proclaims everyone essentially and fundamentally precious and good, and eliminates any … Continue reading Meditation on Breathe and Be to Connect to Big Bliss

7 Ways Mindful Breathing Will Wonderfully Change Your Life

“Breath is the way IN.” This mantra from Eoin Finn, founder of Blissology and one of my yoga teachers, sums up a practice that’s transformed my life, and very well could yours too: Mindful Breathing. Regularly pausing to breathe with intention is a gateway to all sorts of juicy awesomeness, infusing our minds with peace … Continue reading 7 Ways Mindful Breathing Will Wonderfully Change Your Life