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Holding the World Gently, Without Breaking Your Own Heart
There’s a quiet ache many of us are carrying these days—one we barely notice until we catch ourselves holding our breath again, or realize we haven’t really exhaled all day.
It hums beneath the surface each time we open our phones. That subtle tension, that weight in our chest. It’s the ache of being asked to feel everything, all the time, without pause.
We live in a world that constantly pulls at our empathy, turning our attention, our outrage, and even our heartbreak into currency. The more reactive we are, the more valuable we become—to algorithms, to advertisers, to systems that feed on our despair.
But here’s the truth: We’re not built for this.
Here are 5 gentle ways to return to yourself—with clarity, calm, and care.
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Transform Your Midlife Story: From Grieving the Past to Claiming Your NOW
The other day, I stumbled across an old photo of myself from ten years ago. I’m wearing a flowing dress, standing on a gorgeous beach in Costa Rica. I’m beaming with joy, radiating confidence and lightness. I remember that version of myself vividly: ten kilos lighter, my business thriving, surrounded by a vibrant community, living the…
How I Manage Menopause and Weight Gain: My Personal Tips for Healthy Eating and Meal Prep
As I moved into menopause about 8 years ago, I noticed my body was changing in ways I hadn’t expected. Weight gain, mood swings, and disturbed sleep all became part of my reality, and it felt quite overwhelming at times. But as I navigated these shifts, one thing became very clear: what I eat and how I nourish…
Energizing Morning Flow from Venice (20min Video)
Maybe life has been so busy that you’re skipping the crucial time to nourish yourself? In the midst of life’s busyness, I’ve found that yoga offers a sanctuary—a place to return to myself, to breathe deeply, and to reconnect with the present moment. Over the years, my practice has taught me the profound importance of…
Ten Takeaways From My First Yoga Retreat
A guest post written by Emily Bradbury Perhaps one of my favorite quotes of the week came from a woman in her sixties sitting by the pool. Are you going to the workshop? I asked her. No, she said, I’m 61. I’ve done the work. I’m going to read.” Goals. >> Inspired to go on…
Are Yoga Retreat People My People?
A guest post written by Emily Bradbury I’d booked the retreat. One week in Costa Rica with Dagmar Spremberg, a yoga instructor I’d first met twelve years prior and followed online ever since. Anamaya, where the retreat would be held looked amazing—a jungle paradise in the still relatively undeveloped town of Montezuma. The fresh, organic…
Finding Freedom Through Yoga: Breaking Unhealthy Patterns
In the untamed landscape of Costa Rica I’ve had the privilege of teaching yoga to a diverse and wonderful community for more than 20 years. I was able to witness many transformations, even during a short time visit, because this practice is powerful especially when you’re immersed in nature. Yoga, to me, is more than…
