A little mindfulness can go a long way. When we start to see the thoughts and intentions that create our actions and words, we soon start to see how those patterns play out in our lives and determine our approach and mindset to just about everything we do. Are you busy, tempered, hurried, deliberate, pre-occupied, [...]
Why practice gratitude? I asked myself that question several years ago when my partner, Warren, and I assigned our Yoga Teacher Training students to keep a gratitude journal. I had recently read several well-researched books on the subject, so I decided to keep a journal myself to see if I could experience the benefits. I [...]
There are many daily tasks that become routine and don’t require much thought. Although it’s easy to think about the past or what might happen in the future, it’s good to be fully present with whatever you are doing at the moment. This awareness—or mindfulness—has a range of benefits including stress reduction, clearer thinking, and [...]
You are always making a choice—even if it is to do nothing. There are days when this seems to be the very furthest thing from reality, where circumstances seem to be conspiring against you and you can’t see any alternatives. Days when it seems as if the best choice for the day is to go [...]
Ever wonder about that voice in your head? The constant chatter of thoughts registering in your brain and piling up? Have you taken a moment to listen to what all the talk is about? Just sitting still for a few minutes will reveal some startling information . . . First, you will notice that much [...]
Your breath is one of the easiest and most effective tools you have to bring yourself into the present moment. By controlling your breath, you can send your body the signals it needs to relax and reset. Most of the time our breathing is shallow and may feel like it is at the top of [...]
We are proud to announce the revamp of the Sersano website! After eight years in business, we thought it was time for a little “spring cleaning” to refresh our look. We think the new website is easier to navigate, more visually appealing, and will ultimately have more resources. Another exciting addition is this blog. Our [...]
