The root chakra is comprised of what grounds us to the stability in our lives. This is the chakra where we feel safe and well-taken care of. Here is where our basic needs have to be met such as food, water, shelter, and safety, as well as our more emotional needs such as letting go of fear and understanding our purpose. When these needs are met, we feel grounded and safe, and we tend to worry less. This is the first of the physical chakras, largely responsible for how safe and secure we feel. Balancing the root chakra creates the solid foundation for opening the chakras above. Imagine that you’re laying the foundation for a house in which you’re going to live for a long time. A solid foundation built on firm soil will provide us with the stability we need to create a strong, sturdy home.
Read More* cue music * Yeah, cute yoga mats with all the moon phases… Girls with tattoos who like liminal spaces… Blocks and straps, ATM machines (yeah that one can stay) Buy myself all of the yogaaa things! Some of the most common questions I get from my yogi’s is where to get the best mat, block, straps, and even yoga gear like pants, tops, and bras. I put together a list with all my favorite gear, these are all products I currently own, love, and use regularly.
Read MoreWe are saying goodbye to spring with the last full moon of the season as we welcome in the Strawberry Moon reaching her peak in Sagittarius on June 5th. Paired with a lunar eclipse, we are absolutely in a season of change both physically and spiritually. We are seeing the change in every aspect of our lives right now from our government to our jobs and even our relationships, things are being shaken up all around us, and with change comes uncertainty. What we can be certain about is that change NEEDS to happen. This Full Moon paired with a Lunar Eclipse is the perfect time to speak up against injustices, follow your instincts of what is right, and show up in today’s world and the hardships that we are facing as best you can. Use your voice, your privilege, your influence, your platform - whatever you can - to make change.
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