Recently the Body Harmony community lost a long time, loyal and trusty friend. It brings tears, not only because of the loss, but also because of what is unknown for the next world. What does the next world bring? Is there another dimension awaiting all of us? The inevitability of death will eventually bring questions of mortality for each of us, but it is something I have pondered and explored for quite some time. I have come to believe that there… Read More
MINDFULNESS

Imagine a day where the only thing on your calendar is to mindfully care for your body, mind, and spirit. The most important thing to-do, is take care of you. Register now for the Loon Lake ECO Yoga Retreat Oct. 23-25th. Spots are filling up but there are still single rooms available. Why attend a BC Yoga Retreat? 1. Feel the power of meditating with others 2. Gain new perspective 3. You’ll have time to reflect 4. Connect or reconnect… Read More
GROWING COMPASSION

“You don’t need to drag Auschwitz around with you everywhere you go”, was the direct but caring comment made by trauma expert Bessel van der Kolk, to his respected colleague Gabor Mate, MD. In his best selling book The Myth of Normal, Gabor says that in that moment, across the table many years ago, he was “seen”. The compassion and support of his colleagues, friends and loving wife contributed greatly to his healing journey, but along the way he needed to… Read More
THE GIFT OF PRESENCE

We’ll be hOMe for the holidays and I will be doing my best to keep things simple! Simply slowing down for self care and renewal in the outdoors… This is the only gift I want and need for myself. The gift of love and presence. It is in the heart that is ready to open, expand, and connect with (anytime I choose, as I have heard someone wise mention). Even with supportive family and friends, I can clam up. But… Read More
BODY MIND SPIRIT CONNECTION

It’s been an amazing summer for weather on the West Coast and life has been about as good as it gets for feeding body, mind and spirit. Even though there is temptation to hold dear the clear blue days of summer, it’s only natural that clouds will waft in and out, and then fall will proceed the winter. The seasons of the year and the seasons of life are inevitable. To move through them gracefully, I remember that the sun… Read More