RB Blog
Meditating Incorrectly
I'm participating in a 21 daily meditation program. The other day I asked my husband if he would like to join. He replied 'I don't think I can hold the
From Panic to Pregnant
I’m 5 months pregnant- First time, with a boy and so incredibly grateful and excited and well, all the feels. Letting the emotions flow through me daily- a constant practice.
Attack of the Panic Attack
I had a panic attack yesterday on my way to teach counselors how to bring yoga and mindfulness into their camp. My stomach was upset, jaw tight, heart pounding and
“Yoga always helps my mind finally feel in control of any negative thoughts and feelings” -19 y/o male
I teach yoga and mindfulness at Day One Recovery Center for teens through Sea Change Yoga. Sea Change brings the healing power of trauma-informed yoga & meditation to all. The
Mindfulness and SEL
Hello! Over the past 5 weeks, my colleague Erica Marcus and I have been leading Portland Public School teachers through a 6-week course titled, Mindfulness and SEL. Teachers develop tools for
Mindful Tools for Stress and Anxiety
This past year I've had the opportunity to teach a 1 hour professional development called, Mindful Tools for Stress and Anxiety to classroom teachers. I've been in and out of
Teens are more stressed than adults
Hello, Teens are stressed. It is no secret that everyone is craving tools for stress management and healthy coping strategies. The American Psychological Association reports that "many American teens report
Coping with Stress through Yoga
For kids in today’s society, life includes many pressures and distractions. Many children are torn between school, friendships, video games, smartphones, sports and other activities. On top of all that,
“My Safe Place is School”
Yesterday I got to teach a few classes with third grade students at a local elementary school in Portland, ME. We practiced deep breathing techniques that we can use when
