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Category: Monthly Motivation

  • 69 | Don’t Be A Stagnant Pond

    69 | Don’t Be A Stagnant Pond

    Today’s episode is all about movement. Surprise! I’m using the concept of stagnant waters to really show you that it teaches us about our own body. As you know, water that has been sitting for awhile can begin to not smell well, and even begin to grow things in it– this is very much like our own body. Over 70% of our body is water, and you can see how that shows stagnancy is something we can have within us as well.

     

    What does stagnant mean?

     

    Lacking from movement; stale. Not growing or changing; without force or vitality.

     

    Why is the lymphatic system important?

     

    Our lymphatic system is the network of tissues and organs that are made up of our lymph vessels, nodes, and fluid. It’s our drainage system for the body, is crucial for fighting infection, and it depends on movement. Without movement, you’ll have a backup of fluids, which can cause so many internal and external issues.

     

    Signs that the lymphatic system isn’t working well:

     

    • Headaches
    • Brain fog
    • Lack of energy
    • Swollen lymph nodes or tonsils
    • Mucus
    • Drainage
    • Constipation
    • Bloating / heaviness
    • Acne

     

    What to do to help the lymphatic system:

     

    • Move, move, move!
    • Hydrate well
    • Eat well
    • Less stress
    • Rest

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!

  • 67 | Be Like Larry

    67 | Be Like Larry

    Several weeks ago, I lost my father. He was an incredible human, and as I am preparing a eulogy for him, I’m truly noticing all the he has taught me. In today’s episode I am sharing the lessons my father, Larry, had taught me and is still teaching me to this day.

     

    Lesson One:

     

    Practice non-attachment.

     

    Lesson Two:

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    Be quiet, and respond with compassion.

     

    Lesson Three:

     

    Have historic support and unwavering devotion to those you care for.

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!

  • 66 | Beginner’s Mind

    Today’s podcast is all about embracing the beginner’s mind without always labeling ourselves as beginners. In Zen Buddhism, the beginner’s mind is thought of as something we should aspire and practice to have. It’s time we stop looking at being a beginner as something we are ashamed of, and see it more as an opportunity!

     

    What does it mean to have a beginner’s mind?

     

    A beginner is someone learning something from fresh eyes. It’s powerful to live a life with a curious mind! The school system can unfortunately rid us of this mindset from a young age.

     

    When you have a more closed mind, the fear stops you from assuming you don’t know something, whereas the beginner’s mind sees the unknown as an opportunity to learn.

     

    Are you labeling yourself as a beginner in a positive sense of the word, or in a negative sense?

     

    Look in your life and see where you can be a beginner. Having this mindset can help you grow! Pick anything; cooking, singing, movement, where you feel challenged but reframe your mindset to viewing this as an opportunity to be a kid again.

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!

  • 65 | What Mistakes Can Teach Us

    65 | What Mistakes Can Teach Us

    Today’s podcast was inspired by a recent mistake that I made while on the road with my daughter, looking at colleges. I made a mistake when I put gas in our car, I accidently filled it up with diesel fuel instead of regular. Sure, it made me feel silly, but rather than get down on myself, I looked for the lesson.

     

    What to ask when you make a mistake:

     

    • What is the lesson in this mistake?

     

    Things to think of:

     

    • Paying attention
    • When you’re tired, pay attention even more
    • Surround yourself with people who support you
    • Listen to the intuitive feelings you have

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!

  • 62 | Getting Out Of A Slump

    62 | Getting Out Of A Slump

    For today’s episode, I wanted to address how to get out of a slump. Being in a slump can be a physical thing, an emotional thing, professional, or even a creative thing! A slump is a feeling of being stuck, sort of like a blockage that you feel you can’t move past. We all can get stuck in the slump, and today, I’m going to share with you why I believe it’s important to do so.

     

    By definition, a slump is the removal of the slope’s physical support, which provokes a mass-wasting event. This is so similar to the body! When we remove our support structure, we feel slumpy.

     

    What are the ways to get out of a slump?

     

    It’s similar to getting out of any space where you aren’t feeling as enthusiastic as you once were.

     

    • Identify your mindset
    • Identify who can help you if you need it
    • Think of the factors that may have led you to the slump
    • How is your posture?
    • Identify your motivators

     

    Stress is a big factor for a lot of slump’s to begin. When stress builds up, it’s important to find ways to destress yourself.

     

    Opening up your body, and paying attention to your breathing can help you feel better, which can then in turn get you out of your slump.

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!

  • 60 | The Power Of The Pause

    60 | The Power Of The Pause

    Today we are talking about the incredible power that pausing has on our mind, body, and movement practice. The pause is important because it gives us the chance for so many things, especially in our very hurried lives. Today we are talking about the benefits of pausing, and what ways we can all add more pause to our lives.

     

    What is a pause?

     

    Pausing is to stop something temporarily, and can be used in many situations; talking, moving, etc.

     

    What are the benefits of pausing?

     

    Pausing helps you feel better in your body, because we don’t even realize how we are holding our emotions, and how they are affecting our bodies. Pausing allows us this sense of realizing what our body needs. Family and friends will benefit as well, because it helps our response and reaction to different scenarios, rather than being quick to respond a way that we shouldn’t have. Pausing also helps us better connect to ourselves, and listen to what we truly need, want, and desire. A pause can help you take a different, more compassionate route than you may normally have gone.

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!

  • 58 | The Simple Stitch

    58 | The Simple Stitch

    In today’s episode, I’m sharing a concept that I came up with for a class that’s available on my LYT Daily. The simple stitch is used to help people identify that the act of starting is really very powerful. A lot of people reach out to me wanting to make changes in different facets of their lives, knowing what changes to make, but feeling overwhelmed at the road ahead. This episode will help you understand that it doesn’t need to be daunting to start something new and make a change, and that we all start at step one.

     

    What is the simple stitch?

     

    It’s the idea that whatever we start with, we must start with the basics. We can’t overlook this. The stitch, in yoga, is the way of bringing in awareness to your central core.

     

    • S: Start small
    • T: Take action
    • I: Identify the outcome
    • T: Take momentum
    • C: Complete your first row
    • H: Harness your enthusiasm and grow

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!

  • 56 | Focus

    56 | Focus

    Today’s episode is all about focus! We hear this word, focus, often as it is an important idea and practice. Focus itself is the fundamental key for productivity. Today I’m sharing what focus means to me, and why it’s so important in life and in our movement practice.

     

    The ability to focus is the key to getting things done because it allows lock into one focal point without being distracted by other things around it. We live in a time where we believe that multitasking is possible, when it actually is not.

     

    How do we direct our energy?

     

    Write out your goals and priorities. Now really narrow in on the most important ones out of your list. This will help you realize where your focus needs to be, and help you narrow it down.

     

    How do we eliminate our distractions?

     

    Pick the time of day that you know you focus best. Now think of the things that distract you, our phones are BIG distractions. Be sure that environment in which you need to be focused is cleared of excess distractions as well.

     

    When practicing movement, it’s important to focus on your gaze; where are you looking? It’s also important to focus on your core, as this not only draws you in, but it also helps in releasing other distractions that your mind may create. Focusing on your breath by creating a rhythm to cultivate a deeper connection to the movement you are doing.

     

    Don’t worry, be happy.

     

    When we can be more focused, it will make us feel more content and happy. Focus isn’t just an idea for better business, it’s also to ensure that we are living our best life. By focusing on what truly matters, we will find more joy and quality in our lives.

     

    Resources:

    Today’s episode is sponsored my LYT Daily online yoga classes. This is an exclusive pass into my personal practice and program that I created from my experience as a physical therapist and 20 years developing my LYT yoga methodology. There is a different class with me everyday – including special monthly live streams – so you can feel your most LYT up – anytime and anywhere. Get a 3 day free trial today by going to movementbylara.com and clicking “daily classes.” Let’s get moving!