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Mat Chat with Michelle

Yoga is more than shapes on a mat.

These recaps from my in-person classes explore the deeper layers of yoga philosophy, breathwork, and Ayurveda, helping you bring the practice into everyday life. Sign up for blog updates and receive fresh inspiration, class recaps, and deep dives into Yoga and Ayurveda—delivered straight to your inbox.

Yoga Beyond the Mat

Yoga isn’t just about where your feet land in warrior pose. It’s about how you meet yourself in the moment, whether your thoughts are steady or scattered, kind or critical, uplifting or heavy.

An Introduction to the Doshas with Michelle Robinson Aum At Home

An Introduction to the Doshas: Vata, Pitta & Kapha

We all hold all three doshas within us, but usually one or two are more dominant. And just like the seasons change, our inner doshas shift with time (days and seasons), age, lifestyle, and environment.

Life’s Balancing Act

Life is a balancing act, isn’t it? Between work, family, self-care, and the constant swirl of daily demands, it’s easy to feel like you’re always leaning too far in one direction. Ayurveda reminds us that this balancing act isn’t about perfection — it’s about noticing when we tip too far and finding our way back to center.

Mealtime Matters

Think of your digestion like a campfire. It needs steady fuel at the right intervals to burn bright and efficient. When you eat at consistent times, your body knows when to turn on the digestive fire (agni) and how much fuel to expect. That means fewer energy crashes, less bloating, and better overall digestion.

Let’s Talk Routine

Okay, let’s be honest: sticking to a routine can feel really hard sometimes. You’ve got a million things on your plate, your sleep is all over the place, and maybe you’ve been eating toast crusts off your kid’s plate more than you care to admit (been there).

This Is the Practice

Here’s the thing: I am home a lot. I do carry the mental load of meals and laundry and grocery lists and summer camps and swim bags and school fees. I am the one folding laundry between Zoom calls and phone calls, and making dinner while mentally planning next month’s yoga theme.

Flipping the Bird (with Lovingkindness?)

I did my best to stay grounded, keeping my hands on the steering wheel and attention on the road ahead while at the same time remained conscious of the close distance of the vehicle behind me. I even took a few steading breaths and told myself that maybe they’re just in a rush, maybe they’ve got somewhere to be, or someone to get to…