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/ Mar 20

Namaste: Bowing to others

Understanding the Meaning of Namaste in Yoga Saying Namaste at the end of a yoga practice is a respectful way to say “thank you” by acknowledging the teacher and the other people…

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Surfer girl in Costa Rica
/ Dec 1

Is Surfing a Sport? And Why it Matters

To quickly answer this question, yes, surfing is a sport according to the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Surfing officially debuted as an Olympic sport in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. However, there is…

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Female surfer in Costa Rica
/ Sep 8

Why Surfing is So Addictive

Most surfers consider themselves addicted, and the advent of surfing in their lives to be a positive thing. Here are some of the reasons why surfing is so addictive!

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Happiness in challence
/ May 20

Coping With Tough Times: A Daily Mantra For Positive Thinking

“Make of this situation an enjoyable experience.” -Daily Mantra For Positive Thinking During the Covid-19 lockdown, a very powerful thought came into my mind. In the midst of that a strange and…

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Men's yoga in Costa Rica
/ Apr 18

Why More Men Should Practice Yoga: A Male Perspective

A while back, Pilar requested that I participate in the five yoga classes she would be teaching at Bodhi during the next week’s Bodhi Sessions surf and yoga camp. Realizing that I…

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Overcoming fear of the ocean
/ Feb 21

Transforming Fear of the Ocean into Understanding and Appreciation: Transformational Stories #02

I’m Katie, the Host of Wander Well Podcast, and I’m teaming up with Bodhi Surf + Yoga to share some of the transformational stories of inspiring women who come and visit Bodhi….

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Making friends at surf camp
/ Nov 29

Building the Bodhi Tribe

Someone recently asked me, “What is one thing that you are most proud of?” and I knew my answer immediately. The Bodhi Tribe. The community of people that we have come to…

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Yoga breathing
/ Jun 30

Pranayama: Control of the Breath

This is part four of “Following the Eight-Limbed Path”, a series about Ashtanga yoga, read part three here Inhale. Exhale. Repeat. Breathing is something that comes naturally — we breathe without even…

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Yoga asana child's pose
/ May 23

Asana: Control of the Body

This is part three of “Following the Eight-Limbed Path”, a series about Ashtanga yoga, read part two here I roll out my mat when it’s still dark outside, the birds are still…

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Yoga before dawn
/ Apr 16

Brahmamuhurta Madness!

The alarm goes off.  My first thought is “oh nooo, I can’t believe it’s time to get up again!” My second thought is “should I snooze it?” It’s dark, the bed feels so deeply…

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