Restorative Five Element Yoga® uses props on the floor in order to release tensions and rest deeply while you are awake and aware. Each pose gently activates and balances specific elements within the Five Element systems in yoga and Traditional Chinese Medicine. RESTORATIVE TWIST POSE: Balances Fire & Earth Elements Sit with one hip touching the end of your bolster (or tall stack of 3 pillows, blankets, or large couch...

Numerous studies have provided evidence that Metta Loving-Kindness meditation has the ability to restructure the brain in a positive way. Metta means 'positive energy and kindness towards self and others' in the Pali language from northern India and closely related to Sanskrit. Engaging in this easy and simple practice requires only a few minutes of your day and can shift your perspective. Simply find a calm space, sit quietly, and...

My sister in law Senta Reis has played her incredible live music for us during some of my Retreats and Trainings for Five Element Yoga® and Divine Sleep® Yoga Nidra. So many students asked 'When are you recording an album?' that she hunkered down in the studio and produced a beautiful album of all Five Elements. She plays drum, flute, koshi chimes, hang drum, and uses voice as well as...

Spring-time has intense new energies! Be mindful and aware of your body, energy, and mood as you flow through spring when elements of Wood, Water, Earth, and Fire Elements predominate. This is a time to cultivate your innate calm - focus on relaxing your mind, body and heart. Here are some helpful tips for a Radiant Spring: GO SLOW and Easy in your activities. GET OUTSIDE: take a nice long...