Let’s get real about meditation. You’ve already heard that meditation has proven benefits. You think it would be great to add some meditation to your day… in theory. But your thoughts are like chattering voices that won’t be quiet. One judging what you are currently doing, another thinking about all the other things you need to be doing, […]
The day before the big winter storm of 2026, I was having a lovely time at Williams Gap Vineyard’s winter book fair. This was my second book fair at Williams Gap Vineyard, after having a great time at their event last summer. While the June event was on their beautiful patio, this book fair was
You may already know the benefits of meditation, but where do you begin? Among the many styles of meditation, guided meditations are often the easiest place to start. You can simply find a comfortable seat, relax your gaze, and let the words flow through you. Which leads to the next challenge: where to find guided
Nadi shodana, also known as alternate nostril breathing, is a common pranayama technique. It’s thought to restore balance, purify your energy, and leave you feeling more steady and calm. The “nadi” part of nadi shodana refers to energy pathways (nadis) that run throughout the body. This particular method of breath control focuses on two nadis: ida, which runs through
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This was my second year as an author at Eat Local Read Local, Loudoun County’s annual local author book fair. The October weather was lovely (warm in the sun!), and I was in good company with over 70 local authors, including some I’ve gotten to know better through previous events. Two author friends were conveniently
