Posts From Jenn Bodnar

Mindful Parenting for New Moms without Losing Your Mind

They say parenting is learning about strengths you didn’t know you had and discovering fears you didn’t know existed.   Becoming a mom is one of the most challenging, rewarding

3 Elements of Transformation

As I write this, we are months into the global pandemic of 2020. We have absorbed more information, change and stress this year, most likely, than in our entire lives.

Vipassana 10-Day Silent Meditation Retreat: 17 questions answered

Vipassana meditation attracts many different people for just as many reasons. Some are looking to heal from severe trauma, some are seeking enlightenment and awareness, and some are just looking

10 Life Lessons for My Sons

I have been blessed to experience many great mentors in life from teachers and family to friends and work peers. They have all imparted many pearls of wisdom that have

4 Reasons To Stop Caring What Others Think

Life is too short to care what others think. Here are 4 reasons to help motivate you to ALWAYS be yourself!

Captivated by Captiva Island!

Whether you are an adventure and nature enthusiast, or looking  for a romantic getaway, or seeking a perfect vacation spot with family and friends for the holidays or special occasion,

5 Tips and 4 Reminders to Help Reduce Stress in Challenging Times

We cannot control what happens around us, we can only control how we respond.   In an era of information overload, it’s very important to moderate who and what has

Spicy Roasted Sweet Potato and Red Pepper Soup

Cold, dreary winter days can lack motivation and be very uninspiring, especially now that football is over. If we aren’t careful it will not only affect our mood, but can

Reset, Rejuvenate and Relax at Vista Encantada Spa Resort & Residences

Ever return from a vacation feeling like you need another vacation to relax?  According to a survey by  , 38% of travelers are prioritizing relaxation as they plan their next

Inside Teaching for Equity: Maria (Amma) Claudia Fandiño Orozco

Maria (Amma) Fandiño Orozco, MSc, RYT 500 has been a devoted yoga practitioner for over 28 years and an enthusiastic biologist for 27 years. Amma’s passion is sharing yoga with