by Jen
on November 5, 2014
This week has been a beautiful blur.
I have spent a ton of time in the studio both teaching and practicing. I took an extended break from my practice over the summer and into the fall and it feels so good and so right to be back to it. The energy at the studio with the launch of our new schedule has been really amazing and I just want to be there all the time. I’ve been meeting tons of new yogis and seeing lots of familiar faces. This week has BLOWN our expectations and more. My heart is happy. I’m exactly where I am supposed to be.
It’s been a “maximum go mode week” that has required the double fisting of kombucha and coffee (I joked on Instagram that I’m a walking yoga teacher stereotype). I think I’ve averaged 1-2 shots of espresso + 2 cups of coffee per day. No coffee, no prana! 🙂
And Sullie’s like, “Mom, do what you’ve gotta do…just don’t wake me up early.” Girl loves her sleep.
I received multiple requests to share my playlist from last weekend’s yoga classes. It’s a mix of old and new favorites and my students loved it.
Gosh, where do I even start with my top picks here? I love them all. Download them all! I will say that it was fun to see how many people loved the Nelly addition to the playlist and were singing along/requesting more.
Just a quick update for you tonight. It’s late and I need to get to bed. I have a big day tomorrow including lots of training, teaching and the start of photography for the yoga book.
What’s your favorite coffee drink? Any favorite songs?
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