Sabbath Moments

Recently in our final days of onsite training for Urban Zen at Wexner Heritage Village, the Rabbi Cary Kozberg joined us to deliver a most inspiring maybe even, life changing speech.  He commented that Urban Zen offers people "Sabbath moments" in their daily busy, stressful lives.  He spoke about the Sabbath as a time to … Continue reading Sabbath Moments

Disconnecting to Connect

A Heart of Love made by Gail Spirit Sky     It is etiquette to turn off your cell phone upon entering a yoga studio.  This practice helps us to drop into the present moment and tune into our breath, sensations and the community in the room.  I've taken this practice off the mat and … Continue reading Disconnecting to Connect

Bhramari

Bhramari (pronounced brah mah REE), which means the "buzzing of the bees" according to Dr. Timothy McCall.  Bhramari is a breath practice that activates the parasympathetic nervous system, the calming nervous system by lengthening the exhalation.  Bhramari can help reduce anxiety and bring one's focus into the present moment.    I recently taught Bhramari in … Continue reading Bhramari

Urban Zen

“We believe that it takes a strong back and a soft front to face the world.”  Roshi Joan Halifax Are you being called to serve?  Do you have a passion to help your loved ones who may be living with terminal illness?  Do you want to work with persons undergoing cancer treatment and be able … Continue reading Urban Zen

Media Free

I had the pleasure of attending a week long training far from home for 5 days.  During this week, I chose to be media free.  I set my intentions on clearing my mind to be open to receive what I needed to from this important training.  Don't get me wrong, I enjoy the internet, I … Continue reading Media Free