In an article in Yoga Journal, Judith Hanson Lasater shares how you can take a refuge from the busyness and stress. As she says, “(refuge) is not about running away, but rather it is about deciding what you want to move toward. Refuge is not dependent upon a location at all. Rather, it is actually...
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Beginner’s Mind with Deb Phelps
I had the pleasure of sitting down with my good friend Laura Bender for her new podcast, “Bend So You Won’t Break.” Here’s Laura description of our session together below and her website is https://www.lbyogi.net/. Episode 2 – Deb Phelps – ‘Beginners Mind’ I became acquainted with Deb through my 300 Hr training I did...
Forms of Mindfulness & Meditation Practice
Just as with other new endeavors you start in your life, mindfulness and meditation takes practice. If you want to experience acceptance and awareness of your thoughts, you need to cultivate it with repeated practice. If you are running a marathon you don’t start by running the entire 26.5 miles (or whatever the length of...
3 Tips to Make Your Meditation Practice Fruitful
As you start your meditation practice or wish to enhance your practice, here are some tips that can assist and benefit your continued practice. Designated Space Even though one can practice anywhere, including a busy airport. At home, it is nice to have a corner or room set up just for your meditation time. This area...
National Relaxation Day
National Relaxation Day on August 15th encourages us to slow down and unwind. It’s a day to focus on taking care of ourselves and take a moment to relax. National Relaxation Day is an important day as we all need a break from the fast-paced and often hectic lifestyles we live. Taking time to recuperate...
Body Positivity Talk
In this short talk, I share the importance of body positivity based on my own journey.
Listen to My Interview on OMM for ALL Podcast
Recently, I was interviewed by host, Melissa McConaghy for her OMM for ALL Podcast. We sat down for a nice chat on yoga, meditation and life. Be sure to take a listen below to my interview and be sure to check out her other inspiring guests too! Peaceful Wellness with Deb Deb is a Wisconsin...
New Business Name: Meditate Madison is Becoming Peaceful Wellness
As you know, I’ve been working on my Aromatherapy Certification, which I should have in 2 weeks. During this time of COVID-19, I have been in meditation a lot and consulting with my Spirit Guide. As I have mentioned to a few of you, the reality of reopening will be that I only offer private...
Life Challenges and Meditation
In life we have letdowns and challenges, but as we turn within to our Inner Source, we can experience a new perspective so that we attract new experiences that are in resonance with our path. I was experiencing a challenge myself today and I halted in the midst of what I was doing so I...
October’s Theme: Emotional Well-Being
Please note that due to certain circumstances, I’ve had to make adjustments to the schedule so it may not reflect what is listed below or the last printed schedule you may have picked up recently. My apologies for any inconvenience. See our Event Page for updates. I do not claim to have attained optimum emotional...
Grounding & Balancing | The Root Chakra
What can you do? See my video below and the Oak Visualization that you can use. The Root Chakra (Muladhara is the Sanskrit name) is located at the base of the spine. It is associated with the following functions or behavioral characteristics: Security, safety Survival Basic needs (food, sleep, shelter, self-preservation, etc.) Physicality, physical identity and...