Some years whisper. Others ask politely. And then there are years that insist . For me, 2025—the Year of the Snake—has been one of those insistent years. The kind that quietly but firmly says, “This no longer fits. It’s time.” The Wisdom of the Snake 🐍 In many traditions, the Snake represents renewal, intuition, and transformation. It sheds its skin not because it wants to—but because IT HAS TO. What once protected it eventually becomes restrictive. That’s exactly how this y

Most yoga instructors talk a lot in yoga about presence , awareness , and alignment . But if you've ever taken my class you know I also talk about happy. About finding your smile. Me choosing to find my smile and be happy! Because here’s a little truth bomb that most of us don't realize: happiness is also a practice. Yep. Just like Warrior II, it’s something you choose, refine, wobble through, and get stronger at over time. And the best part? You don’t need the perfect mornin

Just a few words from a happy yoga teacher who knows the struggle is real   😉 Let’s get one thing straight: Teaching yoga is not  the same as doing yoga. As a student, it may LOOK like we are practicing with you. But trust, me, we aren't. Just because we demo a few chaturangas without face-planting or float around the room sprinkling inspirational quotes like confetti does not mean we’re getting our own practice in. I know I personally walk, talk and demo throughout class. I

Because your soul and your nervous system are in cahoots. Debby Dowling Yoga Teacher Finding Her Happy If you've ever been to one of my classes, I always start with a welcome and telling you what props you need. One of those props is always a smile! I don't just say that for fun. I honestly mean it. Having a smile on your face lightens your energy and brightens your mood. I also realize sometimes you have to fake it to make. But then you start practicing, moving, breathing an

Warrior One is a beginner foundational yoga pose but don't be fooled. It's a a toughie for most of us. Read on to learn more about this pose and how to find it in your body and on the yoga mat.