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Leaves changing colors along the Tiber River in Rome

Yoga & Wellness

Autumn Wellness Tips

Autumn is a perfect time for grounding. To find more of a slow pace after summer, and before the holiday craziness begins.

Beautiful Santa Barbara, California

Yoga & Wellness

Things I Love About SoCal, and Why I Will Always Be A Californian

Living in Rome has been a dream come true, and the Italian lifestyle is a magical one, but I will always be an LA native, and truly appreciate the beauty and culture of where I was born and raised.

Navasana - Boat pose, while on a boat, in beautiful Sardinia, Italy.

The Power of Yoga to Transform

As a yoga teacher, I am often asked for stretches and things one can do to improve flexibility and release pain. I also still hear this all the time…"I’m not flexible enough to do yoga.” What yoga is to those who have never tried it or have

Fresh, local, and seasonal artichokes in Rome.

Italy Lifestyle & Culture

The Mediterranean Lifestyle for Wellness

Italy is known for la dolce vita, the sweet life. It’s also known for endless pasta, pizza and gelato. Even with all these carbs and so-called “non-diet” foods, the Mediterranean diet is actually known as one of the world’s healthiest.

Yoga compliments your workout routine by creating flexibility, core strength and improving balance.

Yoga & Wellness

Why Yoga Should Be Part of Your Fitness Routine

Yoga is so important for everyone to cultivate and maintain mobility and flexibility to prevent injuries and recover properly from daily workouts.

Beautiful spring flowers in Rome, Italy.

Yoga & Wellness

5 Tips for a Spring Reset

Springtime is about renewal…clearing out the old, physically, mentally and energetically, in order to make space for the new and fresh to enter your life! Here are 5 ways to release & reset this season.

A view of the Tiber River on a cold winter day.

The 10 Best Things About Winter in Rome

Rome is one of the most magnificent cities in the world. Even when it's cold outside, it's a wonderful time to visit. Here are 10 of my favorite things about winter in Rome.

A beautiful fruit and vegetable market in Livorno, Italy.

Yoga & Wellness

Whole Food Plant-Based vs Vegan: What's the Difference?

The Mediterranean diet and way of life is a wonderful way to cultivate vibrant health. I love living in Italy, because there is more awareness of the quality of food people put in their bodies, eating what is local and seasonal, as well as enjoying whole, real food.

Your yoga practice will change daily based on what your body, mind and heart needs.

Yoga & Wellness

Let Yoga Be What You Need

It takes a consistent yoga practice to finally reach that place of knowing yourself so well that you know exactly when and how much to push, but also how much to release.

Beautiful flower stand in the Prati district of Rome.

Yoga & Wellness

How to Keep Your New Years Resolutions After January

Allow every new day to be an opportunity to set intentions and make changes in your life that support your growth.

The turquoise water of Cala Brandinchi beach in Northeast Sardegna

Sardegna: Italy's Island Paradise

I had the pleasure of going to the island of Sardegna (aka Sardinia) in September. Sardegna is a large island off the coast of Italy, next to Corsica. It has the most incredible beaches and turquoise water.

Fresh, local, Italian strawberries, tomatoes and greens!

Italy Lifestyle & Culture

Benefits of Eating Local and Why to Choose Organic

Something I absolutely love about living in Italy, is that the produce is seasonal and mostly local. It's part of the lifestyle to walk to your neighborhood farmer's market or fruit and vegetable stand, where they know you by name, and pick from what just came in.

Ladispoli Beach in Italy, just outside of Rome.

Yoga & Wellness

Self-Care Practice: Why We Resist it, and Why We Need It

It’s a fact that the better care we take of ourselves, the more we have to give to others. This is because we then feel rested, healthy, nourished and vibrant from the inside out.

Beautiful sunset in Rome, Italy.

Yoga & Wellness

How to Create a Nightly Wellness Ritual

Sleep is so important for vibrant health, and feeling your best! To improve your sleep, create a nightly wellness ritual to relax and wind down.

Summertime calls for refreshing, nourishing juices and smoothies!

Yoga & Wellness

To Blend or Juice?!

Juices and smoothies are an amazing option to provide optimal nutrition and hydration, while being refreshing and light.

A regular yoga practice helps reduce and manage daily stress.

Yoga & Wellness

Ten Ways to Handle Stress and Overwhelm

When stress becomes too much, it can interfere with sleep, mood, eating habits, cause weight gain or loss, and depression. Having tools to manage stress can be life-changing.

Exercise for Energy

Yoga & Wellness

Exercise for Energy

One reason for consistent low energy is lack of regular exercise. This may seem counterintuitive, but by not including regular movement into your daily schedule, you actually cause yourself to be more tired.

Yoga is More Than Just Stretching

Yoga & Wellness

Yoga is More Than Just Stretching

There is so much more to yoga than just stretching! I’m here to share with you the many benefits of this incredible centuries old practice, and how it can make a huge impact on not just your body, but on your mental and emotional wellness, too.

Local tomatoes, cheese, fresh bread and grapes from the island of Ischia.

Yoga & Wellness

How to Eat for Pleasure

Italy is known to have some of the most delicious food in the world, and the Mediterranean way of eating and living is known to be one of the healthiest.

A stunning walk through a park in Rome, Italy

Italy Lifestyle & Culture

Walking for Wellness

Since moving to Rome over a month ago, I’ve been walking at least 5 miles a day and often over 15,000 steps…without even thinking about it! Walking is one of the healthiest activities you can do.

Yoga in front of the Colosseum. Rome, Italy

Yoga & Wellness

How to Incorporate More Yoga into Your Life

Yoga is more than just the physical practice. It’s also about becoming more centered, grounded, clear in your state of mind, balanced emotionally, releasing stress, and being more true to you in every aspect of your life.

A beautiful September day in Rome, atop the Spanish Steps.

The 10 Best Things to Do in Rome in September

September is one of my favorite times of year to visit Rome. Here are ten of my favorite things to do in Rome in September.

The lovely Bibliobar in Rome, Italy, near Castel Sant'Angelo.

Yoga & Wellness

Create a Morning Ritual to Energize Your Day

Whatever time you wake up, starting your morning in a certain way sets the tone for the rest of your day. Having a morning ritual that you look forward to, is a way to practice self-care!

Summer in Positano, and the beautiful turquoise sea.

Italy Lifestyle & Culture

Ferragosto - The Favorite Summer Holiday in Italy

Ferragosto is a holiday in Italy celebrating summer and vacation! Its roots go way back to the Emperor Augustus in ancient Roman times!

The magical rooftops of Rome at sunset from the Bio Hotel Raphael Roma.

Italy Lifestyle & Culture

The Lure of Italy

What am I looking forward to the most about being back in Italy? I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t counting the days until I’m back in bella Italia.