Mountain Meditation from Mt. Rainier, WA
There are many ways to meditate, and the “mountain meditation” is one of my favorites. Hiking on Mt. Rainier this weekend inspired me to share... (read more)
Quote: Keep Your Soul Alive
Photo: Somewhere on Cape Cod, Summer 2011 “To know what you prefer, instead of humbly saying Amen to what the world tells you you ought... (read more)
In Loving Memory: My Greatest Spiritual Teacher
If you’re a regular OG reader, you may recall that my grandmother was a very influential person in my life. Sadly, she passed away one... (read more)
Om Gal Suits Up Like an Olympic Swimmer
They say you don’t know a gal until you swim a mile in her speed suit. Actually, nobody says this, but my friend, Kim, an... (read more)
Tripod Headstand to Flying Crow (Galavasana)
Before attempting this advanced sequence, you must be proficient at both tripod headstand and flying crow, also known as galavasana. When linked together, this transition inspires... (read more)
Instead of Flow, Go Slow: Supta Badha Konasana with Props
If we were writing the People’s History of Yoga, the current era could easily be called the Vinyasa Years, characterized by the style’s staggering growth... (read more)
Perfect Pose for a Friday: Prone Spinal Twist
Yogis of all levels love this simple spinal twist. It feels amazing. Try it and tell me what you think.... (read more)
Sneak Peek: Ibex Photo Shoot
Recently, I did a photo/video shoot for Ibex, an outdoor apparel company originating in Woodstock, VT, with its flagship store located in Boston. The company... (read more)
How to Run Fast
On occasion, fellow runners have called me a sandbagger—one who misrepresents his/her skill or performance level to procure an advantage in competition. But I assure... (read more)
If You Are Falling . . .
You know the rule: If you are falling, dive. Do the thing that has to be done. -Joseph Campbell... (read more)
9 Small Ways to Start Over
Whether you want to change your body, clear your head, or renew your spiritual mojo, here are 9 tiny tips to create big, bright changes.... (read more)
Morning Tea with “Oliver”
We had a kettle; we let it leak: Our not repairing made it worse. We haven’t had any tea for a week… The bottom is... (read more)
Dancer Pose in 7 Simple Steps with Music by Lykke Li
The Sanskrit name for Dancer Pose is Natarajasana, named for Nataraja, an incarnation of Lord Shiva. This depiction of the Hindu god, popular in yoga... (read more)
Will and Kate in U.S. Beckhams have Baby. OG Visits with British Athlete James Gibson.
I couldn’t procure an interview with Prince William and his new bride, Princess Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge while they visited the U.S. They were in... (read more)
Actual Wanderlust & Missing Wanderlust
There is such a thing as too much yoga. I admit this openly. Like all things sweet and lovely and—in all likelihood—made of soy, it’s... (read more)
