NamasteđȘ· Here are my latest posts. May gentleness and presence invite you to land softly in this moment. May you be filled with peace and joy, love and lightđ
September 11, 2026 // Light of Wisdom
Crossing the Flood
A Verse I Needed to Hear Last night, I must have been tired and a little stressed because I found myself reaching for something that might soothe my mind and spirit. I picked up the Samyutta Nikaya, one of the major collections of the Buddhaâs discourses in the PÄli Canon……Read more
September 3, 2026 // Monthly Theme
Finding Your Rhythm
September has arrived, but summer is still lingeringđ The trees have not yet changed color, and vibrant flowers continue to bloom. In the evening, many of us are still enjoying the gentle warmth of the season. At the same time, I have begun to notice different energies in my yoga…..Read more
August 24, 2026 // Living the Practice
Meeting the Edge
Itâs back-to-school time where I live. This morning, I noticed more cars passing outside, a familiar sign that routines are beginning to shift. For many of us, this season brings changes to our daily schedules. I am someone who finds comfort in routine. I like to plan ahead and follow…..Read more
August 21, 2026 // Monthly Theme
Peace That Is Already Here
August is an exciting month filled with sunshine, movement, and fun. It is also the season when I welcome visitors to my yoga classes. I appreciate that they make time in their travels to step onto the mat. Even a small interaction with someone new can feel meaningful in this…..Read more
June 5, 2026 // Monthly Theme
Harnessing Sunâs Energy
Warm summer days are finally here. Iâve noticed that attendance in my evening classes has dropped a little, probably because the sun is staying out longer and people are spending a little more time outdoors. And honestly, I think that is a beautiful thing. Being outside, moving, walking, gardening, hiking,…..Read more
April 20, 2026 // Yoga Sutras
Ahimsa: Practicing Non-Harming
Finding balance between strength, fear, and kindness For a long time, I approached my workouts with a lot of intensity. To be honest, Iâve done it mostly out of fearâthe fear of losing the strength I had built. My ego didnât want me to lower the weights, so I kept…..Read more
April 5, 2026 // Monthly Theme
Renewal and Growth
Welcoming a New Season in Your Yoga Practice As the days grow longer and the air softens, spring invites us into a natural rhythm of renewal. After the stillness of winter, thereâs a quiet opportunity to shiftâgently, steadilyâinto movement, curiosity, and growth. Winter often encourages us to slow down, turn…..Read more
January 28, 2026 // Living the Practice
Finding Your Center When Life Starts to Spin
The January Marathon I personally felt that January was less like a fresh start and more like a long marathon. I kicked off the year with a bit of a coldânothing too serious, thankfullyâwhich allowed me to step in for my fellow teachers who were feeling much worse. Even so,…..Read more
January 6, 2026 // Monthly Theme
Back to Basics
Finding Joy in the Present Moment Happy New Year, beautiful souls! January always feels like a deep, collective exhale. Itâs that magical time of year when we feel the pull to renew our commitments, spark something new, and find gratitude for exactly where we are standing right now. While scrolling…..Read more
December 31, 2025 // Living the Practice
End-of-Year Cleaning for the Mind
In Japan (where I grew up), itâs a long-held tradition to thoroughly clean the house before the new year arrives. This practice is called ĆsĆji, literally âbig cleaning.â I remember that on New Yearâs Eve we didnât do our usual work. Instead, the entire day was devoted to cleaning and…..Read more
December 13, 2025 // Yoga Sutras
Aparigraha: Non-Grasping
Softening Through Letting Go December often invites us to slow down, to soften, and to unwind after a year of effort and striving. In yoga, softening doesnât mean collapsing or giving upâit means releasing what we no longer need to hold. Sometimes this begins very simply in the body: unclenching…..Read more
December 4, 2025 // Monthly Theme
A Season for Softening
A Gentle Guide to Fascia, Stress, and Releasing Tension The festive season is a time of joyâand often a time of rushing. Weâre busy buying presents, attending parties, and gathering with family and friends. With so much going on, itâs easy to forget to take care of ourselves. When we…..Read more
November 27, 2025 // Living the Practice
Cultivating Gratitude
Thanksgiving season is here, and Iâd like to share what Iâve been practicing both on and off the mat, so you can try them in your own practice. Because this time of year can feel busy and overwhelming, and when schedules fill up, itâs easy to lose our sense of…..Read more
November 20, 2025 // Yoga Sutras
Four Locks and Keys
Staying Centered and Steady When we move through the world, unpredictable things happen. Someone cuts you off in a construction zone, tailgates for no reason, blocks an intersection even though thereâs space to wait. These moments are small, yet they ripple through us. As someone who cares deeply about humanity,…..Read more
November 13, 2025 // Living the Practice
The Quiet Strength of Breath
Have you ever noticed how your whole mood can shift after a few slow, steady breaths at the beginning of yoga class or meditation? Pranayamaâthe art of conscious breathingâreminds us that peace is never far away. Itâs right here, moving through us with every inhale and exhale. When we pause…..Read more