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Yoga Off the Mat: The original “jazz hands”—Aspen leaves dancing in the wind 🍃“Dance as if no one is watching,” laugh with your entire body, and live with your whole heart ❤️ ... See MoreSee Less
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MyYogaJoy Monday brings you a couple stretches for smooth traveling (or staycationing!) this summer🌞✈️🚘😁 ... See MoreSee Less
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Yoga Off the Mat: I woke up on my day off and found myself already stressing over thoughts of the work that I have to do in order to sign off on the manuscript for my book “Bliss, Not Burnout: Hope for Health Care Providers”. Then I realized that is actually what the book is about! There are tools and strategies for managing stress and changing your perspective or mind state. So I used a few! Journaling, intention setting, prioritizing/ time management, yoga and breathing while taking a mindful walk in nature. This really didn’t take much time, and it worked! I felt calmer and more grounded, grateful for the opportunity to share tools for Wellness, and excited to bring my book closer to fruition😁 I look forward to publishing closer to the holidays and step by step, I’m enjoying the process in the meantime! 🤗😌 ... See MoreSee Less
![Yoga Off the Mat: I woke up on my day off and found myself already stressing over thoughts of the work that I have to do in order to sign off on the manuscript for my book “Bliss, Not Burnout: Hope for Health Care Providers”. Then I realized that is actually what the book is about! There are tools and strategies for managing stress and changing your perspective or mind state. So I used a few! Journaling, intention setting, prioritizing/ time management, yoga and breathing while taking a mindful walk in nature. This really didn’t take much time, and it worked! I felt calmer and more grounded, grateful for the opportunity to share tools for Wellness, and excited to bring my book closer to fruition😁 I look forward to publishing closer to the holidays and step by step, I’m enjoying the process in the meantime! 🤗😌](https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/452231931_1115922803463353_4351832281277447077_n.jpg?stp=cp1_dst-jpg_p720x720&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=833d8c&_nc_ohc=81zAvZJmZh8Q7kNvgFHTsTc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&edm=AKIiGfEEAAAA&oh=00_AYC6MkPelPcBZZZnC3XseVN1aCqESiaIYpIb5Jh-GD2DLA&oe=66AA7F19)
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Can't wait to read your book. Sounds like a book everyone can benefit from
Looking forward reading your book!!
MyYogaJoy Monday brings you a breezy flow for the Dog Days of Summer! 😁🐶🌞 ... See MoreSee Less
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MyYogaJoy Monday brings you ease of mind and body with progressive muscle relaxation😌 ... See MoreSee Less
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MyYogaJoy Monday offers Mindfulness Meditation (hint: volume up, or better yet, just be Mindful wherever you are 😌) ... See MoreSee Less
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Yoga Off the Mat: sometimes, you just need rest 😌… I rarely take a nap, but the other day, that’s exactly what I did! The #1 self care question is “what do I need right now?” Answering that question requires a degree of self -awareness that can be cultivated through yoga, meditation, and other mindfulness practices. Checking in with yourself throughout the day, you may realize when you need to move/take a walk, when you need to hydrate, when you need connection, and when you need space. So I’m curious, what do you need right now??🤔 ... See MoreSee Less
![Yoga Off the Mat: sometimes, you just need rest 😌… I rarely take a nap, but the other day, that’s exactly what I did! The #1 self care question is “what do I need right now?” Answering that question requires a degree of self -awareness that can be cultivated through yoga, meditation, and other mindfulness practices. Checking in with yourself throughout the day, you may realize when you need to move/take a walk, when you need to hydrate, when you need connection, and when you need space. So I’m curious, what do you need right now??🤔](https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/448955443_1095360458852921_1227358911999820184_n.jpg?stp=cp1_dst-jpg_p720x720&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=833d8c&_nc_ohc=aOFXE9ydRwAQ7kNvgHDwja6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&edm=AKIiGfEEAAAA&oh=00_AYDtdqvJwobsnIlQnxMu20SOjSQQNSs1Y34Lg_1pAXdT0Q&oe=66AA866A)
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MyYogaJoy Monday brings you strength and toning to feel your best this summer! 🤗👍🌞 ... See MoreSee Less
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MyYogaJoy Monday salutes the sun to wind down the day🌞😌 ... See MoreSee Less
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Yoga Off the Mat: it’s been a week😔 While walking both pups on leash in our neighborhood the other evening, our dear sweet Nemo was viciously attacked in the middle of the street by an offleash dog that was more than twice his size. Thankfully, we were able to get him emergency surgery to debride his head and neck wounds and place a drain. We are grateful that he seems to be healing and feeling improved each day😌
Witnessing the attack was traumatic for Nemo, Naya and myself. Trauma (whether it’s with a big “T” or a little “t”) shares some of the same stages as Grief: Denial (in this case, setting feelings aside in order to function in the moment and at work this week), Anger (that one has been most prevalent—angry that someone who knew there was a behavioral issue would be so irresponsible as to walk not just one, but four dogs offleash on a public street, with no regard for the safety of the dogs, other animals or people), Bargaining (this has been imagining “what if” scenarios, but Bargaining can delay dealing with “what is”), Depression (lots of crying that this happened) and Acceptance (still working on that one😒, and necessary for healing and moving forward.) These feelings and stages can come and circle back around in any order, kind of like peeling an onion…
Yoga on and off the mat encourages us to feel and allow😌 Yoga teaches us to Breathe, Release, Feel, Observe/Witness, and Allow whatever comes up to just be exactly as it is. This is the highest form of practice and self-compassion, and it is necessary for all growth and healing. Sooo… I’m heading to my mat for the gift of self-care. 🧘♀️
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![Yoga Off the Mat: it’s been a week😔 While walking both pups on leash in our neighborhood the other evening, our dear sweet Nemo was viciously attacked in the middle of the street by an offleash dog that was more than twice his size. Thankfully, we were able to get him emergency surgery to debride his head and neck wounds and place a drain. We are grateful that he seems to be healing and feeling improved each day😌
Witnessing the attack was traumatic for Nemo, Naya and myself. Trauma (whether it’s with a big “T” or a little “t”) shares some of the same stages as Grief: Denial (in this case, setting feelings aside in order to function in the moment and at work this week), Anger (that one has been most prevalent—angry that someone who knew there was a behavioral issue would be so irresponsible as to walk not just one, but four dogs offleash on a public street, with no regard for the safety of the dogs, other animals or people), Bargaining (this has been imagining “what if” scenarios, but Bargaining can delay dealing with “what is”), Depression (lots of crying that this happened) and Acceptance (still working on that one😒, and necessary for healing and moving forward.) These feelings and stages can come and circle back around in any order, kind of like peeling an onion…
Yoga on and off the mat encourages us to feel and allow😌 Yoga teaches us to Breathe, Release, Feel, Observe/Witness, and Allow whatever comes up to just be exactly as it is. This is the highest form of practice and self-compassion, and it is necessary for all growth and healing. Sooo… I’m heading to my mat for the gift of self-care. 🧘♀️
What do you need right now?](https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/448060342_1085782723144028_367268248344395132_n.jpg?stp=cp1_dst-jpg_p720x720&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=833d8c&_nc_ohc=W-sqWKqN840Q7kNvgEie-Pe&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&edm=AKIiGfEEAAAA&oh=00_AYC6Lyo-4HB6xDWDLKN8yOpAa4XBBcRiep9leBZ66ALzdg&oe=66AA8D50)
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SO sorry this happened! I do not trust any dog that is not under firm control. We had a similar attack in my neighborhood several years back, and fortunately the small dog is thriving. Wishing a good recovery for Nemo!
This is so awful. One of my worst fears. There are some people where we live now that have their dogs in front of their condos without a leash on they have chased after my dog and I I pick my dog up run and scream like a mad woman at the neighbors it is very frustrating. I am so sorry you went through this trauma and I’m also very sorry your pup got injured. I hope you both heal from this quickly. 
So sorry to hear this!! Wishing a speedy recovery to poor Nemo, and healing for you all. ❤️
MyYogaJoy Monday has been busy recording yoga classes to accompany the book she’s rolling out later this year—keep your eyes and ears open!🤗👀👂 ... See MoreSee Less
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And you’re looking absolutely radiant! Can’t wait to hear more about the book.
I also can’t wait to hear about the book.
Wow!
MyYogaJoy Monday offers Gratitude to practice on Memorial Day (and every day!)🙏🏻❤️🫶🏼 ... See MoreSee Less
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very beautiful🥰.
MyYogaJoy Monday Springs forward into elevated Energy! 🤗🌷😁 ... See MoreSee Less
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Yoga Off the Mat: recently I got to practice a little yoga and meditation while visiting Storm King outdoor art gallery. Beauty is where you find it. 😌 Where have you found joy and beauty lately?🤔🤗 ... See MoreSee Less
![Yoga Off the Mat: recently I got to practice a little yoga and meditation while visiting Storm King outdoor art gallery. Beauty is where you find it. 😌 Where have you found joy and beauty lately?🤔🤗](https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/441515327_1070915527964081_1262167403075215924_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_p720x720&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=833d8c&_nc_ohc=PF7x4yk2KmkQ7kNvgE-9FJG&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&edm=AKIiGfEEAAAA&oh=00_AYB56PSKZalOz_AyO2Bg_RXd_tfiFVgzTkD5HIDmB_k4Rg&oe=66AA79B7)
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MyYogaJoy Monday helps you clear your mind and congestion with Kapalabhati (skull polishing) breath🤯👃🏼😌 ... See MoreSee Less
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Creating joyful living through yoga.
The goal of My Yoga Joy is to share the benefits of yoga, bringing healing and personal growth to as wide an audience as possible.
Personal transformation can be experienced by anyone through regular practice! Improved physical health, fitness, emotional and spiritual growth and well-being are just a few of the many benefits to yoga.
Here are a few of the ways I'm sharing the joy of yoga
with the Greater Hartford community!
Currently spreading the joy of yoga at St. Mary's Home in West Hartford where adults with mental illness are enriched through their discovery of self.
Offering the joy of yoga with residents of the Windsor Independent Living Association where adults with intellectual disabilities can expand their possibilities through practicing yoga.
Now enrolling cancer patients and survivors in a free Yoga4Cancer class series at the Bone and Joint institute through Hartford Healthcare at Hartford Hospital.
Contact me to find out if you are eligible for any of the above programs.