A note from Jake… Since the beginning of our relationship, I have been enamored with Leah’s background and culture. She was the first in her family to be born in the United States and although she never had first-hand experience … Continue reading My Path to Conversion—Jake’s Three-Year Journey to Judaism
In January I remember chatting with a good friend about how January was always the worst month of the year. Still reeling from the holiday months … Continue reading 2020—The Most Uncomfortable Year Yet
Most people think backbends are all about flexibility. Well I am here to tell you that is simply not true. Backbends require strength, balance, and confidence. And like all yoga poses, you get out of them what you put into … Continue reading How to Achieve Strong & Sexy Backbends
As the world starts to slowly open back up after months of lockdown due to COVID-19, people are starting to think about traveling again and how to do so responsibly. As an avid traveler (who is very excited to start traveling … Continue reading How I Stay Healthy While Traveling
I was 22 years old when I finally took the plunge and registered for my first yoga teacher training program—a 200-hour training with Kindness Yoga. Every weekend (Friday–Sunday) for four months, all I did was practice yoga asanas and study … Continue reading What I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Yoga Teacher Training
I remember the day my father told me he was changing our last name. I was eight years old. At the time I was upset because … Continue reading Forgetting My First Language: My Experience as a Bilingual Russian-American
Since coronavirus has spread its wings and enveloped the entire world, everyone (including me!) is looking for ways to stay healthy during these unsettling times. I turned to my mother—a medical professional and all-around health nut—and naturally she provided me … Continue reading Stay Healthy with a Lemon & Ginger Immunity-Boosting Smoothie a Day
Have you ever attended a yoga class and felt out of your comfort zone? You’re not alone! With so many different types of yoga available, it … Continue reading Common Styles of Yoga Explained
With recent shelter-in-place regulations being put into effect in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, attending in-person yoga classes is no longer an option. However, it is during these uneasy times that practicing yoga and meditation to release … Continue reading 4 Everyday Hip-Openers to Try at Home
I have been a yoga teacher for nearly three years now and I have noticed a few common misconceptions about yoga teachers. So I decided it’s … Continue reading 3 Common Misconceptions about Yoga Teachers
Roaming & Recording Yogi 