We are constantly showing little signs of gratitude; from saying “thank you” at the store to nodding in appreciation when someone holds the door open for you, gratitude is a part of life. But recent science suggests that gratitude is more powerful than we ever realized. The science of gratitude has revealed countless ways in which gratitude is good for our physical and mental health. Read on to discover how

There is a lot of talk about gratitude in the yoga community and it is no wonder why. Recent science suggests that practicing gratitude improves our physical and psychological health. This is all well and good, but how does one actually practice gratitude? Apart from saying what you are thankful for this Thanksgiving, I would like to provide some tips for how you can cultivate gratitude in your daily life.

Meet Carrie Lehtonen, one of True Nature’s incredible retreat leaders. This inspiring yogi is hosting Indulgent Italy: A Yoga Journey in September, but what is this retreat all about? And who is Carrie? Indulgent Italy Venture into the Tuscan countryside to satisfy your zest for life. Our host location, Terzo di Danciano, is a charming 18th-century villa in Cortona nestled in the hills on the border between Tuscany and Umbria.

Today is World Mental Health Day. In honor of this, I wanted to talk a bit about the yoga for mental health and how yoga can be particularly powerful for those experiencing mental illness. I was exposed to yoga thanks to a psychologist who saw the potential benefits yoga could have in my fight against anxiety and depression. I didn’t entirely buy it, but I was willing to try anything

One of the core principles of True Nature Education is service. We believe it is as important to give back to the community as it is to care for and nurture our selves. That’s why we are honored to introduce our sister organization, Dharma Fund, and one of the lovely members using Dharma Fund’s platform to fund their dreams. Read on to learn more about what Dharma Fund is and

Have you noticed? The leaves are turning brown, the air is getting crisp, and everything is suddenly pumpkin-flavored. You know what that means, right? Fall is here. But fall is more about flavored lattes and cozy sweaters. Fall is about letting go of the “I can do everything” attitude of summer and settling into a quieter, more reflective state. This change of season can come as a shock and a

We often hear about what we can learn from practicing yoga, but how often do we hear about what there is to learn from teaching yoga? After just three years of teaching yoga I feel like I’ve learned enough to fill hundreds of pages. Instead, I am writing this blog. If you have ever considered teaching yoga, I highly recommend it. Why? Because these are just a few of the

Earlier this August we had the opportunity to host our 3rd annual Embracing the Spirit retreat. It was an inspiring event in the mountains of North Carolina. This 3-day Shabbat retreat gave us all an opportunity to dedicate time in our lives to celebrating Shabbat with ritual, meditation. music, and more. One of the many beautiful things that came out of this retreat was a poem written by Sabrina Rockoff, one of

Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Bark (Vegan, GF, Paleo) This delicious and easy recipe for home made Twix Bark will tickle all of your senses. I have a sweet tooth. Yes, me, the health coach. I admit it. I always have. When I started my journey into health awareness over 7 years ago, I made a commitment to myself to not deprive myself, but rather make everything that I ate be