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Most of us practice our yoga for a reason.  For some, it’s about keeping our body in shape.  For me it’s about keeping my mind in check, getting clarity, and being […]

In her talk on “The Power Vulnerability”, Brene Brown  uses this phrase in relation to our desire to belong and to be liked.  Because of our fear, we tend to […]

In this short video, Michael tells a story that ends tragically and reflects on the deeper meaning and it’s application to our lives in today’s world and culture.  We live […]

Here in New England fall is here and the transition from one season to the next is happening.  There are great lessons to be learned from tuning in to nature […]

This morning I was reminded of the need for getting perspective in life and discerning between what really matters and what doesn’t. That famous quote of George Carlin came to […]

When Janine came to her first Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy session, she was completely exhausted and felt overburdened with life. Between taking care of two small children, working a full-time […]

Being totally present to yourself in your body and practicing “embodied presence” may just be way of navigating life more easily.   Listen and watch Michael Lee, founder of Phoenix […]

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED Question from a reader:  How can a mind-body approach to yoga therapy help with chronic pain management? Answer:  Our approach to yoga therapy is extremely helpful to […]

I didn’t know about embodied awareness when I  started practicing yoga. But I do recall  what kept me coming back—to feel sensation, to shift energy and to open the doors of […]

Ever wanted to reach a goal in life that you felt was beyond you and so gave up on it?   I believe that at some time in life most of us […]