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THE BLOG
Our blog covers a range of topics, such as sustainable health and wellness, travel, yoga (the benefits, poses and yoga retreats), lifestyle, and stress management. We hope you will find these posts to be of value to you in your journey to a happy, healthy life!
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Stay Grounded as Election Day Approaches
Next Tuesday is Election Day. Use this tool to stay calm.
Carrie Lehtonen
Oct 29, 20242 min read
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Take Your Yoga Off the Mat
What does it mean to take your yoga off the mat? The eight-limb path of yoga provides a way of living that honors your whole being.
Carrie Lehtonen
Oct 7, 20243 min read
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Find Balance with Yoga
Harmonize your inner and outer worlds by exploring who you are right now and who you could become.
Carrie Lehtonen
Sep 17, 20242 min read
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Have More Fun With Yoga
Yoga can provide an opportunity to bring more joy and a sense of unity.
Carrie Lehtonen
Aug 6, 20242 min read
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Top Five Reasons to Retreat to Costa Rica
Read the top five reasons to retreat to Costa Rica with Firefly this November.
Carrie Lehtonen
Jul 30, 20243 min read
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Summer is Here!
This week is full of reasons to celebrate including the summer solstice on Thursday.
Carrie Lehtonen
Jun 18, 20242 min read
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Stand-Up Paddleboard Yoga Starts June 2
Stand-up paddleboard yoga classes in Evergreen and Lakewood start on June 2!
Carrie Lehtonen
May 14, 20241 min read
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Settle Your Anxious Mind
Explore simple ways that you can manage the anxiety in your life.
Carrie Lehtonen
May 7, 20242 min read
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Join us for Yoga to Thrive
Increase body awareness and improve your overall wellbeing with a practice of intentional movements, strength-building, and balance.Â
Carrie Lehtonen
Apr 16, 20241 min read
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What's New? An Update.
An update on my status following knee surgery, and what's new and exciting for Firefly Community.
Carrie Lehtonen
Apr 2, 20243 min read
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Happy Spring
As you come out of winter hibernation, give yourself a boost with yoga.
Carrie Lehtonen
Mar 19, 20242 min read
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Get to Know the Five Koshas
Get to know yourself by exploring the five koshas.
Carrie Lehtonen
Feb 20, 20242 min read
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Get Grounded with Yin Yoga
Feeling unsteady and indecisive? Get grounded with yin yoga.
Carrie Lehtonen
Jan 30, 20243 min read
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New Year, Fresh Perspective
How about letting go of all of the things you think you’re supposed to be or do, and focus on what you already are?
Carrie Lehtonen
Jan 9, 20242 min read
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Slow Down with Yin Yoga
Ease into Fall with a yoga practice to help you slow down.
Carrie Lehtonen
Oct 24, 20233 min read
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Do What You Love, Love What You Do
What activity brings you so much joy that time stops when you're engaged with it?
Carrie Lehtonen
Sep 26, 20232 min read
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The Final Steps on the Yogic Path
In this post, we explore the final two steps on the eight-limb path of yoga - dhyana and samadhi.
Carrie Lehtonen
Aug 22, 20232 min read
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Steps Five and Six on the Yogic Path
Today, we explore the fifth and sixth limbs of yoga, pratyahara and dharana.
Carrie Lehtonen
Aug 8, 20232 min read
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Beat the Heat with These Tips to Stay Cool
Use these tips to stay cool this summer.
Carrie Lehtonen
Aug 1, 20232 min read
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The next steps on the Yogic Path
Today, we explore the third and fourth limbs of yoga: asana and pranayama.
Carrie Lehtonen
Jul 25, 20233 min read
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