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.

Finding Your Inner Drive When Motivation is Low

If you’ve been feeling stuck, unmotivated, or just plain meh, you’re not alone. The urge to hunker down under eight blankets and mindlessly scroll is real. But here’s the thing—how we spend our energy matters.

The Power in Showing Up

Think of your practice like tending a fire (agni). If you let it burn too hot, it can quickly burn out. If you neglect it, the flames weaken, and you’re left with only embers. But if you tend to it daily, feeding it with care, it provides steady warmth and light.

Igniting Our Inner Fire

This month, we’re diving into a blend of Yoga and Ayurveda, focusing on agni—our inner transformative fire—and how we can stoke and sustain it through practice. Agni (pronounced “aug-nee”) is a fundamental concept in Ayurveda and Yoga, referring to the fire within us. While it’s often associated with digestion—the process of transforming food into energy—agni governs so much more.

The Importance of Adapting Your Practice

There are times when inversions might not be appropriate. That’s where the brilliance of using props like a block, bolster, chair or even a wall comes in to play when practicing postures like Shoulder Stand.

Regulate Your Energy, Elevate Your Life

Yoga is an opportunity to connect deeply with yourself, build discipline, and cultivate a practice of regulation. Which leads me into this month’s Ayurveda topic of dinacharya, and the healing power of consistent incremental progress.

The Morning Shift

I’ll be honest: I’m not a natural morning person. Hitting the snooze button is a habit I’ve yet to completely overcome.