Breathing Meditation and the Power of Prana What is Prana? In yogic philosophy, *prana* refers to the vital life force or energy that sustains all living beings. This energy flows through everything, connecting us to the world around us. By connecting with our breath, we can harness this prana, using it to invite balance, […]

Third Eye Sound and the journey Third Eye Sound, Boulder’s own portal into sound therapy and ambient music, is the visionary creation of Shane Williams. Through Third Eye Sound, Shane conjures soundscapes that resonate with the subtle energies of nature and spirit. These deeply immersive sound baths weave ethereal electronic textures with field recordings from […]

Boulder, Colorado, nestled in the foothills of the Rockies, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant wellness culture. As one of the most active and health-conscious cities in the United States, Boulder offers a plethora of opportunities for outdoor activities, including yoga. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just beginning your yoga journey, […]

Meditation is an ancient practice that trains the mind to observe and regulate its own activity. It has been used for centuries by Hindu and Buddhist practitioners to cultivate attention, insight, and spirituality (1,2). More recently, meditation has been adopted and adapted by Western science and medicine as a way to enhance well-being, reduce stress, […]

The cells in our bodies regenerate at different rates; in our hips, the cells completely regenerate about every seven years. As emotional centers, our hips store a lot of information including feelings, emotions, experiences, and relationships. Seven years. That’s seven years of family meetings. Seven Thanksgivings. Seven years of table time with family or friends. […]

  I remember the first time I unrolled a yoga mat. I was eighteen years old, shy, and slightly terrified. This feeling is not uncommon. In fact, it’s quite normal when tackling unfamiliar territory of any kind. Yoga, as a discipline, is made up of several unique layers, with Asana (physical postures) being one of, […]

You’ve seen it lurking on the studio schedule. You’ve heard it’s relaxing and can help relieve stress. So why are you avoiding it? Restorative yoga is an ultra-relaxing, “sleepover”-style of yoga that can include lots of props like blankets, bolsters, blocks, straps, and pillows, making it feel like a sleepy slumber party. I’ve heard students […]

I was already up the mountain when it hit. Out of nowhere, it came rushing in—dark, gray, ominous clouds. At first, I was hopeful that it would all blow over quickly so that I might enjoy my rendezvous longer. It was noon, and based on my earlier report, the storm wouldn’t approach until 3 pm. […]

Very few believe me when I say that I wake up at 5 am each morning to practice yoga. But it’s true. When the alarm sounds, I slowly wake for a couple minutes, drink a glass of water, and then hop onto my mat. I do this with intention, for very specific reasons. Sure, I […]

  There are many different types of yoga, and it’s about time this particular style gets its due. You don’t have to constantly be sweating in a heated room to reap the same benefits that a more static practice has to offer—calmness, reduced stress, enhanced flexibility (to name a few).  In fact, restorative yoga is […]