In the past few years I’ve become increasingly interested in energy. Energy is all around us and referenced in many forms. It’s a little surprising, really, that energy would be my thing considering physics was my least favorite of all the sciences, right up there with chemistry. And yet, energy is undeniable. No scientist would argue with me here. But…
How to do Downward Facing Dog
A while back when I started this website I had the intention of creating interactive documents that showed you how to do each pose correctly. While I still think these documents would be useful, as I started recording videos, it made more sense to just show you real-time than mess with all the technology and learning that would have to…
The 10 Best Yoga Books for Beginners
2013 Wellness Challenge Week 18: Read a Book I’ve been asked by many people what the best yoga books are and kept promising to write a blog post with my recommendations. The thing is there aren’t universal best books on the subject of yoga; I’ve found that reading is so subjectively based on your own personal likes and dislikes…
How to Breathe in a Yoga Class
Have you ever felt like a yoga class was super difficult not just because the poses were physically challenging, but also because you couldn’t get the hang of the breath? You’re not alone. Almost all beginners I know comment that the breathing is the hardest part of yoga! This makes us feel ridiculous because we’re complaining about how hard it…
A Journal A Day Keeps the Therapist Away
2013 Faith (in) Wellness Challenge Week 17: Journal Reflection is an important part of anyone’s growth, be it personal or professional. Taking time to write in a journal for a few minutes every day is a great way to clear your mind, focus your thoughts and get out on paper all the craziness floating around in your head absentmindedly. In…
The Real Cause of Workaholism
I’m a workaholic. I love to work, or at least I thought I did. Part of that is because I enjoy what I do, and the other part comes from the gift/suffering (depending on the day) of a deep, ambitious drive to do good in the world. I chase passions and dreams. I won’t let others tell me it can’t…
About Me
Hey there. My name is ashley josephine and this blog is for the modern-day working woman looking for a little more wellness, balance, connection, soul, fitness, center or that something more you just can’t define.
I am not a guru, goddess or hippie (well, the jury is out on that one). I will not tell you how to live your life. I will offer advice about how I found less stress and more joy by taking care of myself and following my dreams. You don’t ever have to do a single yoga pose to live your own life full of happiness. While I don’t have any answers for you, I can help you locate them for yourself. Read More
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