Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Gratitude in Motion






Much gratitude and many thanks to all my amazing yogis.  I am so grateful to have had another wonderful year working with wonderful and amazing people.  I give thanks that I can be of service doing what I love to do.  I get up each day and give thanks that people are coming to do yoga.  I give thanks that yoga is finding those who may not have been open to it.  I give thanks that yoga is offering those who come stress relief, pain relief and space in between the nagging thoughts weigh us down and sometimes kick us down.  Therefore, what better way to spend Thanksgiving month than to introduce a Gratitude Yoga Practice.  In addition, I will be offering a new yoga massage service.  So join me and share your gratitude and thanksgiving!




Gratitude Yoga Practice
Join me #ThankfulThursdays at 6pm for our Gratitude Yoga Practice.  This yoga practice will focus on heart opening poses and sharing your gratitude.  This practice will also include meditation.





Yoga Massage
Yoga Massage is a great way to focus on releasing tension and working into the deep tissue along with deep stretching.  This is a 30-min service and can be added onto your yoga class or booked separately.  Yoga Massage is a great way to tackle:
  • Pain/stress relief
  • Neck/Shoulders stiffness or pain
  • Back pain 
  • Hips, Legs and Feet 







Close Dates in November
Temple Yoga & Wellness Center will be closed on November 4th and November 25th-29th.  I hope you enjoy your days off by sharing your love and gratitude with those you love.  


I Love My Temple Store
Are you looking for a unique gift for this holiday season?  Check out the I Love My Temple Store and get gift cards or yoga/fitness/wellness products and gear to help your loved ones jumpstart the New Year with health and wellness in mind.  Or simply grab a gift card and share the gift of yoga.  





Sunday, September 27, 2015

Fall in Love with You

Fall is a mixture of things for me.  I love the warmer months and longer days of spring/summer but there is something about the magnificence of Fall.  I love the creative show that the trees put on.  The shorter days also give me the opportunity to get settled earlier so that I can explore my creativity at night.  Less daylight gives me the opportunity to really reflect.  I tune in quite a bit more and just take stock of what's going on with me.  It's my time to take personal inventory and see what I have done personally and professionally and how I can improve for the future.  I take a look at everything from my health to my parenting and explore how I can be the best version of me.  How can I be more present?  How can I express myself to the fullest?  How can I be of service?  What is serving me and what is not?  Many of these questions are what led to the Fall offerings from Temple Yoga & Wellness Center.  The goal is to help you move into this season healthy and well.  



Artistic Wellness

Artistic Wellness is a program I designed to help creative folks.  I remember back when I was writing full-time how difficult it was for me to sit down and focus on my looming deadlines.  And when I did finally sit down my mind was all over the place.  When I would talk to other creative folks they would have a similar challenges.  One consistent challenge for many of us is knowing there is something you really want to do but not having the time, support, belief or tools to offer that inner voice outward expression.  Artistic Wellness is a 7-week program that will uses yoga, meditation and breathing techniques to help you focus on your creative gift or talent.  Each week we will share with the group a portion of our project and we will practice the techniques (yoga, breathing & meditation) throughout the week.  The change in this course is that I am offering it in-studio and online this time.  The in-studio session is October 4th-November 15th from 3:30-5:00pm.  The online session is October 5th-November 16th from 7-8:30pm.  Registration is now open with early pricing available.  Visit http://www.ilovemytemple.com/artistic-wellness.html to reserve your spot.  Save $20 if you sign up before October 1st.  Note:  To purchase select the Online Store, Services and Temple Programs. 

In this workshop participants will learn how to:

• Face distraction

• Prolong concentration

• Stimulate Perseverance

• Face fears

• Create balance

• Prioritize creative schedule

• Maintain authenticity

• Enjoy the art of revision



Workshop Outcomes

The series schedule includes:

• Meditation

• Discussion of the senses and their centers

• Sun Salutations

• Yoga Postures for creativity and inspiration

• Breathing Techniques

• Creative Goal Setting

In addition, participants will receive a better understanding of the body/mind connection, and how to stimulate the creative centers. A personal posture and breathing guide will be given to participants for home practice. Additional readings will come from Deepak Chopra’s The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success: A Practical Guide To the Fulfillment of Your Dreams.  We will also tweet about our experiences using #artisticwellness 


Yoga Detox

Every change of season, I love to cleanse and detox.  This Yoga Detox is a great way to prepare your body for the transition to the cooler weather.  This is a 21-Day cleansing program that will include yoga and nutrition.  Yoga Detox is especially great for those who want to get their diet on track, avoid being sick & boost metabolism.

This is a 21-Day Detox that will help you:
·    Boost immunity
·      Increase energy & focus
·      Improve weight management
·      Release excess waste
·      Increase sense of well-being


The first half of the 21-Day program is for cleansing & detoxing and the second half will help you rebuild your healthy eating habits.  I would recommend that you schedule 3-5 yoga sessions each week for the 21-Day period for maximum benefit.  Click here to register Note:  Yoga Detox is on the Online Store under Temple Programs.


Fall Yoga Special 
Sign up for a 3-month membership and get a 15% discount.  Membership will give you unlimited access to appointments.  Plus, this is a great way to stay committed to your health through the end of the year.  This membership requires sign-up for autopay.  Monthly membership payment will take place on the same day each month for 3 months. To sign up click here . Note: Fall Yoga Special is in the Online Store under Contracts.  

Temple App -Coming Soon! 

I love finding ways to make yoga classes easy and accessible.  Therefore, in the month of October I will be launching the Temple Yoga & Wellness Center app.  The app will be available in the Apple App store and on Google Play.  The app will allow you to schedule appointments and keep up with monthly specials.  Check the website to find out when the app will be available.  


I Love My Temple Store
The I Love My Temple Store is available online.  The products here are a combination of products I have created or selected based on my client requests.  You can purchase Temple Tees, Relaxation Jumpers, products from my Amazon store and of course gift cards. 
Please visit the store and get your yoga and wellness gear to support your yoga, wellness and fitness practice.  Click here  to shop.  








Friday, August 28, 2015

National Yoga Month @Temple Yoga & Wellness






September is National Yoga Month.  To celebrate Temple Yoga & Wellness Center will offer you discounted classes online and in studio.  This special will allow you two classes a week online or in studio.  Classes include Aerial Yoga, Hot Yoga, Hot Power Yoga and Power Yoga Classes.  All you have to do is visit the www.ilovemytemple and select the classes and workshops tab.  You will be directed to the booking page to select your choice of classes and times.  When you checkout just select the National Yoga Month pricing special.  The offer will end October 1st.  


Temple To-Go Online Yoga

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Temple To-Go is launching September 1st.  This will allow you to participate in online yoga classes every Tuesday and Thursday at 8pm EST.  Also, if you would like an alternate time for your class simple schedule it and you can get Temple To-Go anytime.  Visit the Temple To-Go tab on the website.  Complete the contact form to register.  

I Love My Temple Store 

 I love yoga products and so do my clients. This love led me to the idea of upgrading the I Love My Temple Store.  On this page you will find Temple Tees, Relaxation Jumpers and my favorite yoga products sponsored by Amazon.com.  

Artistic Wellness 

I love, love, love teaching online.  Many of my clients are busy and can not always make it to class.  This gave me the idea to start teaching Artistic Wellness online.  However, I still want to build the intimacy of the in class setting so I decided to add a social media aspect to the class where we can support one another throughout the class and beyond.  The purpose of Artistic Wellness is to help you find your creative path. In this course you will learn how to harness your creativity and gain strides toward your creative expression. We will use yoga, meditation and breathing to help you improve your creative expression. Look out for announcements for the upcoming workshop through the month of September. If you have questions please feel free to email me at ilovemytemple@gmail.com. Namaste.  



Monday, July 13, 2015

Summer Love Bug

Lemongrass in my garden with a ladybug friend


It's Summer already!  2015 is going quickly!  We are already more than halfway through the year.   As we get ready to take on more activities and get our "Fun in the Sun" on remember that yoga is a great way to get your body, mind and spirit ready for all the hot summer days and nights. 

Temple To-Go
Temple Yoga and Wellness is going interactive.  Many of my clients have busy schedules so we connect for class, wellness and nutritional counseling virtually.  All you need is a webcam and you can join me for a one-on-one session for yoga, nutritional counseling or wellness coaching.  You can get pay per class, select month-to-month plans or purchase quarterly plans that will get you in the habit of focusing on your health and wellness goals.

The benefits of Temple To-Go are:
  -Custom yoga just for your body type & fitness level
  -Custom meal plans that work with your health goals
  -One-on-one counseling to help you reach your health and wellness goals
  -No need to travel to class

Visit www.ilovemytemple.com or email ilovemytemple@gmail.com to get your FREE consultation and start building your wellness plan. Sign up for your personalized yoga and wellness program on www.ilovemytemple.com.  

Yoga for Weight Loss 

Yoga for Weight Loss is a great program to kickstart your weight loss goals.  This program is near and dear to me because often times weight control is a reflection of all the things that we experience in our lives.  So many times we are working on every other part of our lives and we put ourselves last.  The thought is that we can always come back to our own health whenever we want ignoring our needs to really nurture ourselves.  Yoga for Weight Loss is designed to put your health needs front and center so that you can be your best self in your life.  You will learn how to eat and move to stimulate your weight loss goal.   Payment plans are available because I never want finances to be a barrier to reaching your health goals.  Join me for Yoga for Weight Loss and learn how to reveal your best self. Visit the website to sign up.  


Yoga at iwifresh Garden Day Spa

Summer Yoga is back at iwifresh Garden Day Spa.  I have had requests to come back into the city for a class.  Therefore, every Tuesday at 6:30pm yoga class is back on!  


Wellness Coaching 


Wellness Coaching is available for anyone looking to improve their nutritional health and/or yoga and fitness goals.  

Private Groups 
Are you a member of group that would like to try yoga classes?  Email ilovemytemple@gmail.com to book your group today.  


Shop Temple Yoga & Wellness 
Temple Body, Mind, Spirit Tees and gift cards are still on sale.  Gift cards make great gifts on so do these awesome tees.  Get yours at www.ilovemytemple.com and share your #templelove. 



Tuesday, May 12, 2015

May Lotus Flowers

May is always such a busy time of year.  The days are longer and that means more activity and fun in the sun.  This month is filled with great outdoor activities, teacher appreciation week, Mother's Day, graduations and the end of the school year for primary, secondary school and higher education.  Therefore, it makes it challenging to find time to stay on top of your health and fitness goals.  This is something I truly understand so I made some adjustments to the schedule to allow for a little deep breathing in the busy month on May.




Yoga Abs
This is a new 30 minute class I have added to the schedule.  Yoga Abs will help strengthen the core muscles and offers deep yoga stretching. Class will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:45pm-7:15pm. Hot Yoga on Tuesdays and Hot Power Yoga on Thursdays will move to 7:30pm.  We will focus on strengthening and toning the abs and lower back.Yoga Abs starts May 19th.  





Artistic Wellness
We all have it. It's a flash of genius, a light bulb idea, a creative talent or breakthrough concept that will change our lives and, ultimately, humanity. The Artistic Wellness Workshop is an 8-week program designed to assist creative people with completing their creative projects and deadlines. The program will utilize yoga, breathing techniques, meditation and goal setting to establish patterns and routines for success. In this workship participants will learn to: face distraction; prolong concentration; stimulate perseverance; face fears, create balance, priotize schedule, maintain authenticity, and enjoy the art of revising.  The workshop will begin Sunday, June 7th from 3pm-5pm.  Visit www.ilovemytemple.com and complete the contact form to join.  Class will take place in person or online.  Please specify which format you are interested in taking.  




Yoga for Weight Loss 
Yoga for Weight Loss is a great program to kickstart your weight loss goals.  This program is near and dear to me because often times weight control is a reflection of all the things that we experience in our lives.  So many times we are working on every other part of our lives and we put ourselves last.  The thought is that we can always come back to our own health whenever we want ignoring our needs to really nurture ourselves.  Yoga for Weight Loss is designed to put your health needs front and center so that you can be your best self in your life.  You will learn how to eat and move to stimulate your weight loss goal.   Payment plans are available because I never want finances to be a barrier to reaching your health goals.  Join me for Yoga for Weight Loss and learn how to reveal your best self. Visit the website to sign up.  





Temple Tees & Gift Cards
Temple Body, Mind, Spirit Tees and gift cards are still on sale.  Gift cards make great gifts on so do these awesome tees.  Get yours at www.ilovemytemple.com and share your #templelove. 




Fly Yoga
Our first Fly Yoga trip to Mexico has been cancelled.  The trip had to be postponed due to a scheduling conflict.  Thanks so much for your interest.  I will be scheduling trips for 2016 so stay tuned. However, if you are traveling this summer or you want to get some cool yoga gear, check out the links below.  

Get a Rental Car CarRentals.com



Get a rental car or hotel  Hotwire


Click Link to Shop Now YogaOutlet.com

Monday, April 13, 2015

April Love Showers

It's Spring!  This is one of my favorite times of year.  The longer days allow me to do two of my favorite things: garden and help my clients reach their health and wellness goals.  Something about the hint of summer makes people more open to reach their goals.  So, of course I am here to help.  My goal is always to use my knowledge and my passion for service for those who want to live healthier lives and thrive.



Yoga for Weight Loss
Yoga for Weight Loss is a great program to kickstart your weight loss goals.  This program is near and dear to me because often times weight control is a reflection of all the things that we experience in our lives.  So many times we are working on every other part of our lives and we put ourselves last.  The thought is that we can always come back to our own health whenever we want ignoring our needs to really nurture ourselves.  Yoga for Weight Loss is designed to put your health needs front and center so that you can be your best self in your life.  You will learn how to eat and move to stimulate your weight loss goal.   Payment plans are available because I never want finances to be a barrier to reaching your health goals.  Join me for Yoga for Weight Loss and learn how to reveal your best self.



Wellness Coaching
One thing about having a yoga and wellness business is that things always happen organically.  I know there are lots of people out there doing wellness and life coaching and I am happy to see this become such a thriving business.  It speaks to the fact that many are seeking ways to be more grounded in their life's purpose or their life's work.  For me, that is what wellness coaching is all about.  It's about helping people get into the the flow of their life.  I enjoy taking the tools I have learned and sharing them with those who seek to live a more balanced way of life.  Think of it as yoga but on and off the mat.  If this sounds good to you see the wellness coaching section of www.ilovemytemple.com to sign up.




Fly Yoga Trip
We are still on for our trip to Tulum, Mexico September 10-14th.  Visit the Fly Yoga link on www.ilovemytemple.com to sign up.



Artistic Wellness
I believe that everyone has a creative gift or talent that we are here to uniquely express.  Artistic Wellness came about because I am surrounded by these wonderfully gifted creative people who were wanting to express their talents and gifts.  The challenge for many creative people is bringing their creative projects to fruition.  The workshop is designed to assist you with getting your creative process together.  Join me and I will share with you ways to bring your creative gifts to light through yoga, breathing and meditation. If you are interested in participating in this 6-week workshop please leave your information at www.ilovemytemple.com subject -Artistic Wellness.  Note:  In June, we will have a 1-Day Painting and Yoga workshop.  More information coming soon!





Power Yoga and Hot Power Yoga Classes
It's been a few months since I have taught Power Yoga due to a car accident I had in December.  I wanted to make sure I was strong enough and had to honor the healing process in my own life in order to lead this class.  Based on popular demand, I am adding Power Yoga and Hot Power Yoga back to the weekly schedule.  Visit www.ilovemytemple.com to book your class today.





Temple Tees
Temple Tees are a hot item.  Those who purchase them love to share their temple and yoga love.  "I Love My Temple" has become a mantra for me but also its something I love to share because self love and mind, body, spirit empowerment is the standard for my business.  Temple Tees are all about wearing those mantras and reminding yourself of the power of love and the power of YOU.  For me, the ability to share love means sharing it first with yourself. Visit www.ilovemytemple.com to get yours and share your #templelove


Temple TV
Throughout the years, I have met some amazing wellness practitioners.  I know the journey to being healthy and well is all about great partnerships.  Temple TV's first show, "Wellness Warriors" will highlight these wellness practitioners and their businesses.  If you are a wellness practitioner interested in participating please send me an email at ilovemytemple@gmail.com.






Awakening Your Life's Purpose
On April 24th and 25th there is a wonderful event going on called "Awakening Your Life's Purpose".  I will be there as an exhibitor on April 25th.  For more information visit http://www.atlantalifemedia.com/events

Join me this Spring to get into your flow.

Namaste.