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We are all Darth Vader: The tragedy of ignoring Yoda
Deep truths are not often what crosses your mind when you think “Star Wars prequels.” They are after all infamous for the unforgivably silly Jar Jar and the terribly-written dialogue. But as I am often a prequels apologist, I will assert that there is some pretty insightful wisdom to be learned from Anakin’s journey. That’s…
Princess Leia Warrior Flow
Take this flow of poses when you want to embody the spirit of the princess and general who inspires us all…
Top 10+ Pop Culture Yoga Poses
Whether or not they are on a mat, our favorite characters often find themselves striking a pose. Here are the top 10+ from in pop culture and fandom… comment if I missed your favorite! 13. Abbi in “Broad City” This may just be the best Bow Pose ever performed on the floor of a dentist’s…
Om and the Force: Binding us all Together
Sorry, introverts of this galaxy and others far, far away. Even when we are alone, we aren’t alone. In the world of Star Wars, there is the Force. As Obi Wan said, “Well, the Force is what gives a Jedi his power. It’s an energy field created by all living things. It surrounds us and…
Being your own Bendu: getting off your butt after it’s been handed to you
Shoot for the moon, you may land among the stars. But in yoga, if you shoot for the moon, you may end up on your butt on the ground. Recently I was charged with ambition after seeing others in class accomplish the “crow” pose, in which you balance your knees on your elbows in a…
Why “Fandom” Yoga?!
This is the moment that launched it–my fascination with mind, body, spirit, and Fandom. Ok, ok, Star Wars: The Phantom Menace haters, I see you and I get it. There will be no Jar Jar Binks yoga poses here. And yeah, the less said about midichlorians, the better. That said, I say there’s still a…