Growing up, my grandfather was known for teaching us that “Your word is your bond. It’s like you’re signing a verbal contract with others,” he’d explain. When you follow through, people know that they can trust you. Sadly, today this age-old ... Read More
Teaching Trust
“Do you trust me?” he said with an earnest voice as he looked deeply into her eyes. Sitting in the dark theater among so many other families with their young kids, this question hung in the air between Aladdin and Jasmine in a scene most of us know too ... Read More
Falling Forward: Lessons from 110 Degrees
“Just keep leaning into the pose and trust your body,” my Bikram yoga instructor Dell announced to the class. She then modeled Natarajasana (or “dancer’s pose” as it’s popularly called). As her leg lifted gracefully high above her head like she’d been ... Read More