Why I love karaoke so much

I'm here to open up about one of my great loves... It involves singing, with a mic, in front of strangers, at the most nonjudgmental bar on Wednesday nights. Karaoke has been a consistent part of my life since last fall. But it hasn't been easy -- sharing my voice with songs that mean something t... Read More

Bye 2025! 10% off chakra classes ends Dec. 31

I'm curious... how do you feel about 2025 ending? For me, 2025 was one for the books. It's had some of the hardest challenges, but also the greatest blessings. A few that come to mind: I left my corporate America career to pursue my passion. Navigated ends and beginnings of relationships. Moved t... Read More

Plant your seeds this winter solstice

Get ready... at 10:03 a.m. ET today, the winter solstice will be upon us!! I've usually not been excited about the shortest day of the year. But this year, I'm very excited. Why? Because winter solstice marks the start of a growing season, when seeds are planted that will blossom months later. It... Read More

The (amazing) sound of silence

You know that feeling of a really uncomfortable pause? Could you imagine a weekend of it? Well, that's not what this silent meditation retreat I went on last week felt like. Instead, it was one of the most comforting, enjoyable experiences I've had in a while. Because our group of 15 strangers we... Read More

Chakra Yoga Series in January: Registration open!

It's here ~ The Chakra Yoga Series is open for sign up!! See all the details Quick rundown: When: Saturdays in January and February (8 weeks), 10-11:30 am Where: City of Raleigh Museum on Fayetteville Street. Free parking, and we'll be in a cozy, private room. What we'll do: Week by week, we'll l... Read More

Heads up: Indoor yoga coming in January

Gotta say, waking up on Saturday and not teaching our outdoor class felt strange. When you get into a rhythm of something, it's hard to break it. Not to worry though, because this break won't last long. ;) Yoga will return Saturday mornings indoors at the City of Raleigh Museum in January and Feb... Read More

How (and when) to practice gratitude

Let's talk about gratitude. I recently listened to "How gratitude changes your brain" from The Psychology of Your 20s podcast by Jemma Sbeg. I highly recommend checking out the full episode on Spotify or YouTube. With Thanksgiving around the corner, it feels fitting to share some things I learned... Read More

It's LIVE! Divine Duality Retreat open for registration

Registration for the Divine Duality Retreat is now OPEN! See Full Details Here Here's what you'll receive: ~ Beautiful accommodation: 5-day, 4-night stay at Moon Rising Retreat Center, a 22-acre sacred healing space nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, a 15-minute drive from Blowing Rock. ~ Gourm... Read More

500 class milestone! Were you in one of them?

This week, I hit 500 hours of teaching yoga classes. More than half of those hours came from 2025 alone. ~ A year ago, I began taking steps to leave my corporate career in public relations and pursue yoga full-time. Not knowing what that would look like or how it would feel, but trusting in mysel... Read More

Embrace the "fall back"

While you were busy sleeping or celebrating Halloweekend last night, the clocks turned back an hour to mark the end of daylight saving time and return to standard time. There's a lot of debate over whether to continue the switch or stick year-round with one or the other -- where do you land? Pers... Read More