Reflections from Brenna Kramer on wholeness and well-being through simple, seasonal fare, expressive movement, and curious, thoughtful living.
//Gratitude: an emotion associated with being thankful. Having an appreciation for what one has rather than what one wants. A deep and wide understanding that you have been given the miracle and grace of living this mysterious life.
Read More// A forager’s stuffing, slightly sweet, a bit earthy, and full of flavor. This is a delightful side dish for a cozy night in or a holiday meal. I used king trumpets, chanterelles, and cremini mushrooms, but you can use whatever pleases you or whatever you find at the market.
Read MoreThe translation of sukhasana to “easy pose” is a cruel joke played on us by the Yogis of the past. It is anything but easy: I find it very humbling. I think that it is more accurate to say that this is a posture that we strive to one day, maybe, find ease in through the challenge it offers. This is true of all Yoga positions, but sukhasana is unique in the sense that we will typically hold it for a more extended period of time as we practice breathing exercises and meditation.
Read More//With their deep, otherworldly color, beets remind me that there is mystery and wonder in the world. In this dish, the beets are paired with just a few, quality ingredients. The beautiful color of the beets is complimented by the bright and light flavor of this simple, but luxurious, soup.
Read More// Yoga: Yoke, Union, Unite.
//Savasana (shah-VAHS-uh-nuh): Corpse Pose
To begin, I thought I would start with the end. That is, the end of our Yoga practice on the mat, which is the beginning of our practice off the mat. To understand the intent behind savasana (final relaxation) we must first have a more basic understanding of the purpose behind Yoga. Let me emphasizes “basic,” It is challenging enough to describe Yoga in a lifetime, let alone a paragraph.
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Borboleta's journal is a series of reflections about being where you are, when you are there. Discovering wholeness and well-being through simple seasonal fare, expressive movement, and thoughtful living.
