Sculpted Lotus Yoga

02/05/2026

Pratyahara

The 5th limb.

Giving your mind the space to process and assimilate thoughts and experiences in order to shift to concentration and meditation.

This is the part people run from.

It’s important to practice. That way you’re only carrying forward what you need and when faced with moments requiring action, you can act in alignment with your values and not from a place of trigger.

It’s especially important in these times.
Step 1 complete the stress cycle with challenging physical activity

Step 2 give yourself time with no music and eyes closed to just watch your thoughts unattached.

Step 3 rest

Step 4 take value aligned actions

💡 You believe innocent people should have legal representation in the aftermath of government induced violence, donate to an org that represents them.

💡 You believe everyone should be able to eat food volunteer at the food bank, soup kitchen or make a donation.

💡You know someone having a tough time, feeling left out or being bullied, carve out time to sit with them, have tea and share stories.

The world needs you connected and regulated right now. The first step is to sit with the thoughts and watch them. You’ll know when and what action to take from a place of clarity and not urgency (capitalism).

Practice with me this evening 5:30 pm Vinyasa and 7pm slow flow and Myofascial release.

01/20/2026

“I thought we were supposed to train the mind but stopping the thoughts?!”

The only way out is through, my friend.

How you befriend your mind is to feed it, watch it, then allow it to experience.

The teaching passed down create an understanding and pathway with which to follow. Give the mind direction and it’ll curiously explore. This is jhana Yoga.

01/15/2026

Shraddha- truth that sparks your personal connection with practice

The catalyst for your journey.
The pearl in the oyster 🦪
The diamond in the coal 💎

One tiny moment that opened not only your eyes but your whole soul, creating a crack that this glimmer of truth shines though.

This is truly what defines the Sisya or pupil of yoga and sets them on the path towards self mastery. Not in the attempt to prove they’re a good person, not driven by ego, but a desire to be absorbed in truth for longer and longer amounts of time in order to know it and share it.

in a one hour class, we can barely scratch the surface of what this means how it shows up and how to consistently consistently practice yoga alongside the physical postures, the breath and the meditation.

This weekend is an opportunity to do just that, to explore the depths of your practice to peek at that truth, repeatedly consistently and to hold it close to your heart remembering why and how you practice and the path that you’re on.

There’s still time to sign up for this weekend long immersion . Friday night, Saturday, and Sunday. When exploring the role of being a student of Yoga, no Stone will be left unturned.

I’m holding the door open. You’ll just need to step through ❤️

Link is in my bio or dm me for it if that’s easier.

01/14/2026

Pages of books.
Words combined, that pour into our minds and our hearts.

What do you feed your mind?
Your heart?
Your life?

Learning by mirror neurons never ceases, how incredible is that?!

When you model empathy, kindness, compassion and joy children AND grownups alike model your behavior. Impulse control, labeling and feeling emotions, sticking to hard things - all of this behaviors are CONTAGIOUS to those watching.

It’s circular.
They model it back, reminding you of this brilliant gift of life.
And you both model it to the world around you.

We are by design. We’re given this canvas to smudge and smear, to mess up and correct, and to share with the world around us.

This is it.

Read, pay attention, soak in the words, make your own words about art or describe how it makes you feel in your body.

When someone asks you how you’ve been, give them a color; “I’ve been dark teal lately, almost a caspian. And you?”

This one’s not just for the kids. It’s for you too.

“This is your rare and wonderful life.”

📷: Why Not?
📖 ✍️ Kobi Yamada
🎨 Gabriella Barouch

01/13/2026

Both.
Your practice is important
And
It feels hard to do the practice.

Who would you like to be and what experience would you like to have?

On the mat, in the pose, in your mind, in your breath, in your life, in this world.

Decide, then practice it consistently, repeatedly and with the intention of being there. Without attachment.

Deep dive into your practice with me this weekend in an Urban Immersion.

Deepen your practice, shift your perspective, nurture your mind, challenge your body, and show up in your life.


Jan 16-18 link in bio or dm me

01/09/2026

The path of the Sisya- how to be a life long student of yoga.

Why sign up?

- Step into a bubble of magical feeling support to show up in your body.

- Bootcamp style investigation of the postures, yes we will WORK! While learning ways to feel more ease in the posture for sustainable practices

- Yoga Philosophy exploration and time for Q + A

- CUSTOM attention to your problem poses!

- So many hands on assists

- Meditation

- Breathwork

- Yoga Nidra

- Give yourself the opportunity to sink deeper into your practice and learn what can be applied to every class you practice (or even teach)

- Teachers, you’ll receive continuing education credits for this one!!

There are so many other things that you’ll gain from this weekend together.

Sign up now to secure your spot and I’ll sent you the enrollment questionnaire.

✨ link to enroll is in my bio ✨

01/07/2026

01/06/2026

My word for this year is RECLAIM!!

this year, I am using my word and my intention as more of an organic evolution.

What I mean by that is that my intention is a question instead of a statement.

“What am I reclaiming today?”
“What do I need to reclaim in this moment to help me feel whole and fulfilled?”
“How can I practice reclaiming without attachment?”

Weaving curiosity into breaths, moments, the hard and the soft, the sweet and the sour.

to deepen your practice, learn more about self inquiry, intentions, befriending your mind, and Yoga philosophy join me January 16-18 for a weekend long urban immersion/yoga retreat.

Physical challenge, mental ease, giving and taking with effort and surrender, reclaiming, balance, and sinking deeper into your practice are all components that we will weave into this weekend long retreat.

DM me for the link or head to the body riot website search, searching urban immersion .

this course does contain continuing education credits through Yoga Alliance and can be added to your trainings as a certified yoga instructor.

Send me your questions!

01/05/2026

Let’s leap into a brand new year together!

Consistency > Perfection
Show up for yourself this year.

Practicing yoga shows your body love, helps you befriend your mind, and improves how you show up to design your life.

Join me today!

12/23/2025

You’re ready to learn more.
You’re ready for more than just an hour long class.
You’re ready for more details, more subtlety, or insights.

Here is your opportunity! Learn more about yourself, your breath, your energy, your practice.

Learn to reclaim space in your life using the teachings of Yoga.

While this weekend will be deeply introspective, it will also be a whole lot of fun!

Join me Jan 16-18

12/18/2025

I’m passionate about leading practices that help people reclaim their calm and feel more at home in their bodies.

This isn’t just fluff, friends. These practices give people the tools to live their lives skillfully.

These days that are darker can feel like they take over your soul. While I am a firm believer in deeeeeeep rest, I can affirm that there are practices that can also help elevate your energy and in turn your mood.

I weave these energetics into practices to dial down the overwhelm, give opportunities for little glimmers of joy, and to help you hear the wisdom that guides you from within.

Give it a shot. It’s different than other practices you may have experienced and you’ll feel the ripples of the practice for days afterward.

Join me online (check out my website)
Or join me in person tomorrow evening at 5:30.

Bring your questions, requests, celebrations or just come to remember who you are ✨

12/11/2025

Activity Adventure Calendar Day 6!

Solve the haiku and track them down!

if you are following along and not in the Portland area, there are so many scavenger hunts all over. Either follow one in your town or create your own.