One of the most meaningful and heartfelt projects in my life {except for my children, of course} has been Elevate Akron. 

Elevate Akron is a a non-profit organization + Akron's premiere outdoor yoga festival that I started in 2015 with group of outstanding local yoga teachers and friends  

After directing the business + heading the festival committees for 5 years, I passed the baton to Kevin Karas who has - with a new team of local folks - moved the whole initiative forward in new + truly exciting ways. 

In this conversation, Kevin + I sit down + hash out some of the important ideas + outcomes around Elevate Akron. And I'm just so grateful that we can do so. I think you'll hear the laughter , feel the respect and enjoy the stories. 

Namaste - and thanks for Following!

Contact Kevin at [email protected]
Get tickets + festival deets at www.elevateakron.com

I've been Following Lisa Cooper. 

I've been following her as she works her therapeutic massage magic through the postural + pain patterns in my body. It's been a relationship of trust + triumph as I'm feeling better and better thanks to her skills and talents. 

So much so that I wanted a sit-down with her about it - and I wanted you to hear the conversation. 

There's a lot here. And I appreciate your Following. 

Lisa works at the Brecksville Rec Center in Brecksville OH. 
Schedule at www.brecksvillemassage.com 

Join Tracy in conversation with Jenny Keaton, Yoga Teacher + Addiction Educator

Jenny shares her knowledge + her story. She sits open + real as we discuss the challenges and trials of quarantine  lifestyle - and possible strategies to support each other. Jenny's point: Connection. 

If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction or other mental health concerns - and likely that is all of us - please take a listen.

Meet Danielle Krimer, RYT 500. 

Danielle and I sit down for some straight-up girl talk.  

And this is not your usual birds + bees conversation. This is real life heart + soul, blood + guts stuff. 

Menstruation affects almost 800 million women every day. And Danielle has lived it in real time. 

She is here to encourage and support us. Let's put aside the notion that periods are taboo. Let's take control of a natural wonder that occurs every month. Let's empower ourselves by developing a relationship with our period based on appreciation and awareness of our miraculous body.

Let's get the conversation started. {Yeah. She shares tips too.}

Namaste!
And thanks for Following!

Find Danielle at Circle of Life Yoga on June 19th from 1-3
https://www.circleoflifeyoga.net/events
Connect at [email protected]

Michelle Toth is an Ayurveda Consultant with a fantastic Spring Cleanse planned + ready for roll out! Trust me when I say: this experience will flush the winter right outta you body, mind, soul style!

This cleans is free to ALL and offered with easy-access and a plenty of individual options to meet your personal needs. 

In this session, Tracy and Michelle discuss a ton of the details appropriate and helpful for ANY cleanse that you might be approaching. So whether you're participating in this cleanse or not, you will gain some helpful and practical tips for success. 

And remember, Michelle is available via Facebook as Michelle Walther Toth as well as the group "Brilliant Muse: High Vibe Tribe". Please feel free to direct your questions and learn more - she's an outstanding resource.

Thanks for FOLLOWING!

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I've been a student of Anne Ondrey since 2011. 

Sure, we've since become friends but I've never had a conversation or visit with her that didn't teach me or touch me. She's one of the most interesting and intelligent people I've ever met and I'm thrilled that you're following me following her. 

Today, Anne + I talk about yoga anatomy and life anatomy. We often marvel at our life process in a way that reminds me: I'm not here alone. 

I think you'll enjoy sharing the time with us. 

Anne is www.theyogapathonline.com
@yogapathanne
[email protected]

Thanks for Following! 
And Namaste!

Spring blossoms freshness but it is also damp + wet + boggy + muddy.

And well, it would be great to balance those heavier sensations and feelings of spring so that we can enjoy the more vibrant expressions.

So I sat with Michelle Toth, Ayurveda Consultant for some snazzy girl lifestyle tips on how to lift ourselves out of the heavier vibes and put the spring back in our steps. She's got a lot to share and I'm confident that you'll find at least one little something to support you this spring season.

Here are the shares:
Michelle's blog is https://www.brilliantmuse.com/blog
The tea: CCF Tea from Banyan Botanicals 
Oil Pulling Oil: coconut or sesame or blend from Banyan Botanicals
For the skin: almond or sesame oils - experiment and see what you like
For the nostrils after your neti pot: Nasya oil also from Banyan Botanicals
Churna is the seasoning for your dosha - also available from Banyan Botanicals
Find Michelle {personal consultations and dosha tests} at www.brilliantmuse.com

Namaste!
And thanks for FOLLOWING!

Well, this one took some courage. 

But it's an important conversation for all of us to sit with - share in - be open to. 

I sat with my friend Meg Davis for a heart-wide-open conversation about the current climate around racial inequality + cultural awareness. Meg has a unique capacity for holding space in sticky moments + I was so grateful for the opportunity -  I hope that there is some insight within it all for us. 

Megan can be found at megandavisyoga.com and on instagram as @mdavisyoga

The books Meg mentioned are 'My Grandmother's Hands' by Resmaa Menaken and "How to be AntiRacist" by Ibram X Kendi

I'm often following Michelle Toth - she might call it stalking!  jk!

Michelle is founder/owner of Brilliant Muse + a Chopra Center certified Ayurveda Lifestyle Coach. She is super snazzy and full of great ideas for all kinds of well-being. 

Today Michelle + I share our true feelings on the winter season. Michelle shares a ton of easy + effective tips for turning the {potential} from upside down. 

Bring on the comfort + joy!

Thanks for Following. 
And Namaste!

Meet Lisa Turner!

Lisa is a yoga teacher at Half Moon Yoga in Medina. She is a practicing astrologer and a million other expressions of love. {That's why I Follow her!}

Today Lisa + I talk about astrology. Lisa explains why one might follow the planets and stars. She debunks a few misconceptions and talks about how she supports people in living confidently through the guidance of their chart. 

Hope you enjoy!

And thanks for Following. 
Namaste!