Yes. Well, in my humble opinion, yes. This question has come up several times this week so, as someone who studies and teaches yoga, and chair yoga, I thought I would offer my own clarification and some words from those who practice chair yoga. First, overall, yoga classes can vary…
Sjogren’s and medication
“Do you take medication?” This is a question I am asked often from others who also deal with autoimmune issues. I do not take any medication specifically for autoimmune issues. Both my PCP and rheumatologist are great about taking a holistic approach to management and healing. My rheumatologist has recommended…
What is Sjogren’s?
Approximately 4 million Americans are living with Sjogren’s – sometimes called Sjogren’s Disease or Sjogren’s Syndrome. I am one of those 4 million and often keep this information close to the vest. My friends and family know I have this but for the most part, I deal with it and…
Yoga. Anxiety.
Sometimes, anxiety can hit you right between the eyes– and it can range from an elevated heart rate to full-on panic. At one time or another, it happens to most of us, and when it does, it helps to remember a few key concepts: Have some anti-anxiety tools in your…
A Book List for Creatives
Whenever I find an interesting book (interesting in my own opinion) I like to share it with others–and most often, the “others” are those in my yoga classes. Recently, in my Tuesday Chair Yoga class, we talked about a few books for those who live, or dabble, in some form…
Yoga. Sjogren’s. Celiac.
Most of my friends and yoga clients know that I have a couple of autoimmune issues. In 2014 I was diagnosed with both Celiac and Sjogren’s. Getting diagnosed was not a smooth or linear process and I’ve learned that living with these two issues can be challenging. I believe the…