Love Guides

As we left Gainesville this morning, we could not help but realize that wherever we are, we are given an abundance of guidance, reminding us not to fear, to trust, and to act with confidence, strength of conviction, and love. Love guides and marks the path, even when the path is only one step, unclear,… Continue reading Love Guides

Points of Grace and Strength

It’s been six weeks since my bicycle accident. Thankfully, my recovery is coming along well. I woke up today noticing that my nerve pain to my hand has diminished some. The small shift reminded me that nothing ever stays the same. We live in a world of constant change. As silly as it sounds, the… Continue reading Points of Grace and Strength

Yoga after Bicycle Accident

I led my first yoga practice at the Dice House last night. Four weeks after the accident, I found myself back in our neighborhood yoga community surrounded by friends and neighbors and a whole lot of love. As I started the class, my heart filled with gratitude. What an incredible privilege it is to practice.… Continue reading Yoga after Bicycle Accident

Reversing Heart Risk with Exercise

A study published January 8, 2018 adds evidence to what we already know: Exercise is good for you! The study in the journal Circulation followed 53 middle-aged participants (45-64) who were healthy but lived a sedentary life. Participants were placed in two groups. One had supervised high-intensity exercise training, and the other followed an exercise plan… Continue reading Reversing Heart Risk with Exercise

Lists and Resolutions

Although Santa has already visited, it seems that his habit of list making and categorizing people into the naughty and nice persists. For Santa and many of us, lists are useful. They help us organize our lives. They make us feel accomplished. But also they too often keep us tied to our constant storytelling of… Continue reading Lists and Resolutions