Yoga & Meditation for Addiction Recovery
Many substances, including alcohol and various drugs, are physically and emotionally addictive. One downfall of addiction is the onset of...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Dec 15, 2022
- 3 min
The Meaning of Om
If you've attended a yoga class, chances are you've encountered the word, the sound, and the mantra, Om or aum (pronounced...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Oct 26, 2022
- 3 min
An Unlikely Road Trip
Last week I received an unexpected phone call from a woman who told me she would like to make a donation to Oxford Community Yoga. She...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Oct 13, 2022
- 4 min
Yoga's Nonduality
Nonduality is the belief that entities do not exist in opposition to one another or separate from one another. Nondualism ("not two") is...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Aug 22, 2022
- 2 min
Who is Swami Kripalu?
If you've wandered up to the table at the front of the studio, you may have noticed a framed image of Swami Kripalu. Who is he, and why...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Apr 22, 2022
- 5 min
Yoga Studio or Gym?
Where do you yoga? There is a significant difference between a gym and a yoga studio. It's been a while since Oxford has had a studio...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Mar 22, 2022
- 4 min
How to Be Mindful (and why it matters)
Mindfulness is your natural state of being. Mindfulness is the ability to be fully aware of where we are, what we’re doing, and what is...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Dec 27, 2021
- 2 min
Namaste or Jai Bhagwan?
Last year I made the decision not to use the word, "Namaste" at the end of my yoga classes out of a deep respect for the culture from...
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Jessica Lohrey
- May 5, 2021
- 7 min
Really Understanding the Chakras
Welcome to the wild and wonderful world of your inner self! I've been updating and revamping the store's Chakra Collection, and decided...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Apr 30, 2021
- 4 min
TULSI: Queen of Herbs
I've been wanting to make a blend using Holy Basil (also known as Tulsi) for quite some time. I am quite captivated by the aroma, the...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Mar 15, 2021
- 1 min
12 Scientific Benefits of Being Outdoors
I recently came across an article by Scottish economist and Outdoor Researcher, James Black. It struck a chord - the same chord I have...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Oct 20, 2020
- 7 min
Stay Wild! Are You Getting Enough Time in Nature?
Will we live and die in ignorance and denial, or will we realize that nature is essential to our wellness? Spread the word. It's true.
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Jessica Lohrey
- May 12, 2020
- 3 min
Finding Comfort During Crisis
I have a yoga teacher friend who often wears a t-shirt with the words, “I DON’T KNOW” printed across his chest. As an expert in his...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Apr 24, 2020
- 3 min
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times
Things have gotten a little weird out there. There is a feeling of uncertainty in the air. People are searching for ways to feel connected.
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Jessica Lohrey
- Jan 11, 2019
- 3 min
Finding Freedom
We all want freedom: freedom from fear, from pain, from worrying about what others think of us. What would your life look like if you...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Dec 6, 2018
- 2 min
All About Kitchari
Did you know that in Ayurveda, the things we eat are classified in 3 categories? Those categories are Poison, Medicine, and Neutral. ...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Jul 11, 2018
- 4 min
Yoga Breathing for Energy & Purification
There are times in our lives when we suffer from stress, anxiety, being too busy and other issues associated with our modern lifestyle....
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Jessica Lohrey
- Jul 8, 2018
- 5 min
How to Cure Insomnia Without the Meds!
If you have trouble sleeping, YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Nearly 60% of adults in the United States experience insomnia 2-3 times per week. The...
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Jessica Lohrey
- Jun 26, 2018
- 1 min
Hello and Welcome to my Blog
This blog is about all things related to Yoga, Nature, Aromatherapy, and Wellness. It is my intention to use this platform to connect...
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