Tag: meditation

Fountain of Youth

Sep 23, 2024

“Travel can slow the aging process, new study says” states The Washington Post. “The positive experiences associated with trips – the social interactions, mental stimulation, physical activity, and healthy cuisines – can delay the aging process, the scientists say.” When I traveled to India earlier this year, after several years of not traveling internationally post…
Offerings

Aug 16, 2024

Eka hears my door close and starts the water pot. Sky changes from ink to plum to rose, illuminating towering clouds. Frangipani’s languid fall to earth, Roosters announce the Dawn. Marigolds, refreshed by Pa Eka, brighten the jungle yoga shala. Eka’s wife brings palm leaf bowls filled with flowers, lights incense, prays at each altar…
Rest, Renew and Reset!

Sep 19, 2023

Join me in Paradise, August 3 – 11, 2024 I have very few words to describe the magic of Bali, or the transformational power of traveling to this gentle country. The entire time I was in Bali, I kept repeating outloud “Heaven on Earth” as each new vista unfolded before my eyes. The rice fields,…
Free Webinar: Mindful Parenting – Starting with You

Jun 9, 2020

Monday, June 22 8-9pm PDT Parenting in the best of times can be hard – parenting during a pandemic is intense! “Putting your oxygen mask on first” is not a cliche, it’s a necessity to create a healthier you which directly results in a healthier child and family. Join Krista Kotz, PhD, MPH and Roxanna…
Intentional Travel

Jun 4, 2019

It was a thrill to be interviewed on Melanie Scott’s podcast: “Intentional Conversations” about the transformational potency of traveling in India. Click HERE to hear the full conversation. In our 48 minutes together, we share our love of India and travel as well as reminisce about our two trips to India together and some of…
When there are no words…

Apr 23, 2019

“The best work is done with either the heart broken or overflowing.” Mignon McGlaughlin A favorite quote of mine. Sometimes the heart can be both broken and overflowing. This past weekend was beautiful in California. All the winter rain has brought spring flowers, blossoming trees and the most life-affirming color of green everywhere! In the…
Tuning In in India

Jul 18, 2018

In India, I experience the gamut: giddy laughter, loving kindness from strangers, heart connection, unexpected friendships, communion with cows, encounters with monkeys, blaring horns, sublime sunsets. What I don’t think I have conveyed is the journey within to deep stillness – the Gift of Presence – that has been my India. Words really don’t do…
Meditation for Trauma – Love for Orlando

Jun 16, 2016

A friend of mine has traveled to Orlando to offer free therapy to those affected by the recent tragic event that took place at Pulse. He asked me if I would make a meditation available for people struggling with their emotions in the aftermath of this traumatic event. I am honored to be of service in…
Ode to a Dog

Apr 29, 2016

Ohhh this one hurts. Meditation dog. Never sat down to meditate without my sidekick showing up. Had her own sheepskin but she would usually crawl in to my lap midway through the set. A little too full-figured for a lap dog. She didn’t care. Silly dog – people would smile at the sight of her. …
Grandfather, India

May 23, 2015

Grandfather, India I was twenty six years old when I saw the Himalayan Mountain range for the first time. I remember how abruptly it rose from the rice paddies like a row of hands signaling “STOP!” “You shall not pass here.” There is a reason the Hindus believe their gods reside in the these mountains.…