If you’re driving your car and the check engine light goes on, you might ignore it for a bit, maybe even for a few days, but eventually you’re going to wonder what might be wrong with the car. You might start by looking in the manual and trying to solve it yourself. You may end up taking it to a mechanic. What you don’t do is pretend the light isn’t on by covering it with tape. You don’t fill the gas tank and assume that will take care of the problem. You don’t change your route and hope that will fix the issue.

You might already have altars around your home without even knowing it. Collections of photos of loved ones, past and present, flowers, candles, mementos gathered and displayed together on mantels, bookshelves and side tables could all be informal altars. Any special item in your home, intentionally displayed, that gives you a moment of reflection and connection could serve as an altar. 

If you’re feeling like you’re being blown around, like it’s hard to keep your feet on the ground, extra anxiety or worry, then this survival guide is for you!

This is an excerpt from my August 2023 newsletter where I shared some of the books & media that have been inspiring me this summer.

Books

I've been taking my time this summer reading….

How to increase mindfulness by decreasing multitasking in 3 simple steps!

How much yoga is enough yoga? Yoga research answers the question.

Time tracking as a way to find time in your schedule for yoga

My Homecoming membership has helped me tremendously with my anxiety levels. It helps me to refocus my thoughts on the more positive.

Mary shares her yoga therapy journey working with Sarah Nelsen

Your Dr told you that yoga would be good for your health condition, but the classes you’ve gone to were too hard, too long and too fast. Is it even possible to do yoga with your health condition? It is! Read on to NOT repeat these top mistakes people with chronic health conditions/chronic illnesses make when choosing a yoga class or teacher!

Learn 3 Simple Steps to creating a yoga at home habit. Find the space, the time, and the moves to guide you through your own practice, even when you’re too tired, exhausted or overwhelmed to practice!