Boreal Bliss Yoga Fest 2018: Highs and A Low
Hosting an event leaves the host feeling vulnerable and exposed. “Are people having fun? Does everyone have what they need? How can I improve this experience for the guests? Are the vendors doing okay?” You spend so much time creating this beautiful thing and then when you present it to the world it is scary, because the world might reject your idea.
Grandma's: Silly & Serious Advice from Experienced Runners
Advice for the days preceding, and for the day of, Grandma’s Half and Full Marathon.
Learning to Embrace the Unknown: Snowpocalypse, Hypothermic Conditions, and the Boston Marathon
This week, a story from Omie & mama Michelle Faith. Michelle grew up without a competitive bone in her body. Since her first marathon in 2007, she’s qualified for the Boston Marathon 5x and ran the Boston Marathon 3x. She found confidence, stress relief, and the mind-body connection through running. This year, she found herself facing harrowing conditions, making this one of her most memorable races yet.
Chasing Dreams & Facing Fears Head On
Not too long ago, my wise & cheerful best friend was going through major life changes. At times she felt less-than-wise and not-so-cheerful, but she persevered and showed us all how it’s done….
Now, here I stand, in the eye of my own storm pursuing my own major life change. I am experiencing self-doubt, sadness, excitement, optimism, and hope - all in one. I can feel good things bubbling and brewing…..
Upcoming Boreal Bliss Yoga Fest & Retreats
We wanted to give you a little run-down of all of the upcoming events and retreats. We hope you are able to join us! We are so passionate about yoga, healing, and community. We are so grateful for you. We aren't sure if you'll ever quite know just how grateful we truly are.
Feeling Free in Utah
Read about Bryana's recent adventure camping and hiking in Utah.
"We knew that a “class 5 scramble” would be part of our entry/exit to Coyote Gulch, but honestly I had no idea what that meant. We also knew that we had to carry out ALLLL of our own waste. I DID know what that meant….yikes."
Author: Bryana Cook is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) and Clinical Trainee, as well as a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher through Yoga Alliance. She works full-time as an Elementary School Social Worker, owns and operates her own yoga business: Northern Namaste Yoga, and partners with Amanda and Joella to bring you Boreal Bliss Yoga Retreats.
Bryana has a passion for wellness, yoga, and the great outdoors.
