I was first taught that adhikara meant “studentship.” Although that is not a literal translation, adhikara implies a dedication and steadiness in the student that makes the student worthy of receiving the teachings (of yoga). As I was steadying myself… (READ MORE)
It’s no surprise: I find myself more and more consumed by thought and activity regarding the state of the country and what I can do as a citizen (including voting) to make things better. As I seek to stay engaged,… (READ MORE)
Each Willow Street session, I choose an overall philosophy topic or book to inform the themes for my classes. I choose them based on something that I believe is relevant to what is going on in the world, something that… (READ MORE)
Last year, when it was dry and hot early, I had an extraordinary season of peppers, tomatoes, and cucumbers. This year, the peppers and cucumbers were not particularly abundant. The heat came too late and the rain has been too… (READ MORE)
I just came back from a wonderful week in Santa Fe, studying therapeutics with John Friend. It was most wonderful to be among friends with a shared passion for nurturing and healing through yoga, all of whom are deeply committed… (READ MORE)
Viveka means discrimination. Being able to recognize the meaning of what we do and what are the potential consequences of our actions is an important aspect of our yoga practice and our lives. Living discriminately does not mean that we… (READ MORE)
Tonight I will teach my last class at CHY’s current space after having taught nearly every Wednesday night for 5 1/2 years. I am deeply grateful to Marianna, Leyla, and Julie for having pulled together the community and continued yoga… (READ MORE)
Welcome to Rose Garden Yoga’s website and blog, my place in the ether to share my thoughts on yoga, philosophy, and feeding mind, body, and spirit. Please sign up for my mailing list to stay up to date on my… (READ MORE)