How Do I Make Myself Happy? The Simple Truth You Need To Know

Yogi Aaron Sitting at Blue Osa Yoga Retreat Pool Deck

How do I make myself happy? I pondered this question throughout my mid-30s… a time when debilitating neck pain was par for the course.  I can vividly remember startling awake in the middle of the night, feeling like someone had driven a knife through my upper back. With pain radiating to my fingertips, I’d add…

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Does Being Flexible Make You a ‘Good Yogi’ ?

Yogi Aaron In Updog Yoga Pose on the Beach

When many people think of yoga, there is an association with very bendy, thin women in spandex clothing. There also might be an association with gym culture and phrases such as “Push through the pain!”, “No pain, no gain”, or “Pain is a state of mind”. Whether you are a seasoned yogi, gym goer, or…

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Why Stretching May Not Be As Great As You Think

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Over the last few years, the debate to stretch or not to stretch has been a heavy topic of discussion. Many of us have grown up with the belief that stretching before and after a workout is a great way to prepare the body to move and then recover after we sweat. However, what if…

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The Importance of Having a Community

Rituals at Blue Osa

Have you ever felt out of place? Like you’re not in the right place, or that no one understands you? Do you ever feel outnumbered? From a young age, I often found myself alone when I needed support. As I got older, I began to notice the value of being part of a team. I…

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The Goal Of Yoga

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Millions of people practice yoga each day, but if you asked them what the goal of yoga is they would be at a loss to answer. So, what is the goal of yoga? Why do we come to the mat? Is it to attain bliss, become super flexible, to look good in our Lululemon?! I…

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Learn How To Forgive and How To Get Over Your Grief

Learn How To Forgive and How To Get Over Your Grief

“How do you forgive a person who betrays you?” This was a question that I posted recently. And I received a lot of answers back. One of the answers I received was, “I am love I feel loved love is all there is.” And all I wanted to say to people like this is “Fuck…

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