Category Archives: yoga photography

SPIDER POSE…IS IT A “REAL YOGA” POSE?

Posted on July 12, 2018 by meelswa

Variations of Goddess Pose, utkata konasana, are sometimes called Spider Pose…but, is there a sanskrit name? I don’t know and to me it doesn’t matter. Does it feel good in my body? Does it invite strength, vitality, clarity, calm and … Continue reading →

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“The light in you is all I see.” – @GabbyBernstein #SpiritJunkie #JudgmentDetox

Posted on January 22, 2018 by meelswa

Inspired by Gabby Bernstein’s blog post titled “”Say This One Sentence to See the World Differently.” Repeat this mantra ““The light in you is all I see” throughout your day to shift your perspective, rewire your brain, change your mood. … Continue reading →

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IF YOU CHANGE THE WAY YOU LOOK AT THINGS, THE THINGS YOU LOOK AT CHANGE

Posted on April 27, 2017 by meelswa

IF YOU CHANGE THE WAY YOU LOOK AT THINGS, THE THINGS YOU LOOK AT CHANGE.

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YOGA IS A WORK-IN AND A WORK-OUT

Posted on March 28, 2017 by meelswa

Yoga has made the most impact on my inner-life, in the way I experience life with ease, with less reactivity and more assuredness and connection to who I am. Yoga and meditation taught me to cultivate a habit of being … Continue reading →

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YOGA IS A WAY TO FREEDOM FROM FEAR, ANGUISH AND LONELINESS…

Posted on March 27, 2017 by meelswa

“Yoga is a way to freedom. By its constant practice, we can free ourselves from fear, anguish and loneliness.” – Indra Devi

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I TEACH BECAUSE I CARE

Posted on January 18, 2017 by meelswa

Seven years ago I attended a yoga retreat where I set an intention to manifest my dream. After being led through a process of inquiry and, making a declaration in the present tense, I simply wrote “I am a yoga … Continue reading →

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Advice from a tree

Posted on August 18, 2016 by meelswa

Advice from a Tree Stand up tall and proud. Sink your roots into the earth. Be content with your natural beauty. Go out on a limb. Drink plenty of water. Remember your roots. Enjoy the view! ~Ilan Shamir Aum ~ … Continue reading →

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Shine Out, Yogi…bring your love and light

Posted on March 8, 2016 by meelswa

Shine out, yogis…bring your love and light. Namaste, Yogamama Meels

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MY YOGA SCHEDULE – WEEK OF DECEMBER 14 AT THE YOGA FUSION AND BAPTISTE YOGA SAN FRANCISCO

Posted on December 15, 2015 by meelswa

Look forward to seeing you in class! Yogamama Meels Regular classes: Tuesday 5:30-7:00p Vinyasa – The Yoga Fusion in San Ramon, CA Thursday 12-1:15 Yin Yoga – The Yoga Fusion in San Ramon, CA Friday 9:15-10:30am Power Yoga 75 (Baptiste Power … Continue reading →

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Day 21 SFY Mindful May Challenge – Pray for Nepal

Posted on May 28, 2015 by meelswa

One of my goals during this 21-day mindfulness challenge was to find my slides from Nepal, then scan and share them to bring awareness to the recent devastation in this beautiful himalayan country. I put word out in my community … Continue reading →

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