John Calabria

An inspiring video of Maia, who at 95 still practices her Yoga, and shares the secret for a long and happy life: Read Full Story

I just know you'll be inspired by watching Jumpin Joe in action. A short inspiring, funny, and moving video of a 67 year old pole vaulter-yogi. Read Full Story

I saw my first extra wide mat today. A National teacher is earnestly pitching ‘the mat with heart.’ It is six inches wider, encouraging us to spread out… More is less. While maybe fine for a home practice, bringing one of these mats to a Yoga class is the equivalent of parking your car sideways and taking up two spots. Last week in Concord, 66 of us gathered for Sunday morning practice. (Don’t you people read the NY times?, we’re now supposed to be scared of Yoga!) I did the math, If we... Read Full Story

Before we turn the page on 2011… Let’s take stock. No need to get too-heavy here, just acknowledging how far we’ve come, and where we’d like to go.  It’s best to keep this somewhat lighter, and fun. Carve out 20 – 40 minutes for this meditation & writing exercise: Make a cup of tea, get a nice pen, three pieces of paper, and a pad of post-its. Find a quiet place where you can sit. Light a candle, and get comfortable. Let your breath smooth out and slide into meditation for a few... Read Full Story

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Sunday Morning Yoga class with John The bending, the hanging, departure of the clanging, remember. The mind in a hurry waiting for the jury, all that you bury is going to rise. Tears from your eyes the bucket of  “my’s” contempory lies, no surprise. Open your hands depart the boarder lands the body’s strands relaxing demands. Remember. Let go of your head, practice being dead, make way for surrender, abandon the pretender. Arrogance and pride can no... Read Full Story

The offerings at the sprawling Waltham Mills open studios were intriguing, but the scene bordered on chaotic. An ocean of hopeful creatives trying to take in so much art that the shuffle through the myriad of offerings took on a brisk quality. “Just a few more studios to go” became our Mantra. Having more than our fill, and running on fumes, We escaped into the crisp Fall air, making a bee line through the park for The Elephant Walk. This Cambodian restaurant is renowned for their tasty... Read Full Story

I believe we can live very-well, and also stretch our dollars far by making smart choices. For years now, I’ve been buying much of my brand name food, teas, bars, superfoods, grains, soaps, toothpaste, cleaners, oils, and supplements online from Vitacost. Their prices are *great*, their selection is vast, I get free shipping, and customer service is just the best. Yes, companies like this still do exist. So, why do we deal with the ones that don’t treat us as nicely? I wish they would... Read Full Story

It’s no surprise that kids love to practice Yoga. Here’s a few resources that may help you introduce Yoga to a curious child: Renee Sherkness has sent me a review copy of her new Childrens Yoga book: Stories That Come Alive Through Yoga. I had fun reviewing the stories, looking at the great illustrations, and her suggestions for introducing a Yoga practice to children. (ages four to eleven). Her method of teaching also allows the adult teacher enter the child’s world of possibility. Thanks... Read Full Story

It’s no surprise that kids love to practice Yoga. Here’s a few resources that may help you introduce Yoga to a curious child: Renee Sherkness has sent me a review copy of her new Childrens Yoga book: Stories That Come Alive Through Yoga. I had fun reviewing the stories, looking at the great illustrations, and her suggestions for introducing a Yoga practice to children. (ages four to eleven). Her method of teaching also allows the adult teacher enter the child’s world of possibility. Thanks... Read Full Story