3 Ways to Let Children Take the Lead… For Their Own Good

3 Ways to Let Children Take the Lead… For Their Own Good

This week I took a ride on an eagle, balanced like a pumpkin tree, and more. These were not my ideas. They came from the creative minds of young children; my job was to be ready to say Yes!

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Hey Grown-ups…It's Okay to Be Silly!

Hey Grown-ups…It's Okay to Be Silly!

Why are we grown-ups so serious? I know…jobs, bills, responsibility, politics…there are plenty of reasons adulting could cause the permanent loss of one’s funny bone!

Take a moment to think…when is the last time you laughed? I am not talking about polite chuckling. I am referring to that uncontrollable, belly aching, eyes watering, can’t catch your breath laughter. I feel like I used to laugh like that all the time but now it’s a rare and wonderful gift.

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Animal Yoga Poses: Squirrel Pose is Fun for Kids and Great for the Body!

Animal Yoga Poses: Squirrel Pose is Fun for Kids and Great for the Body!

Squirrel Pose, aka Revolved Squat Pose (Parivrtta Malasana) combines a twist with a hip opener. It builds flexibility in the spine while strengthening the legs and opening the chest and shoulders. It stretches the ankles, groins and back torso while toning the belly. Kids love this pose!

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Autumn Sensory Adventure for Kids

Autumn Sensory Adventure for Kids

Fall in NYC is one of my favorite things. Energy fills the city as the seasons change, the air cools, trees burst with vibrant colors... We can joyfully observe all of these changes using our five senses.

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