Month: January 2020

A couple of years ago I made a poorly recorded video. I was inspired to reach out of my comfort zone and use my cell phone as events were unfolding. My unsteady hand, and unfocused eye captured truth, from my vantage point.

I had no idea that that would be helpful in court next week. I had no indication that conflict would ensue, recording in my device both sides of a story, half of which had been taken out of context and broadcasted on social media.  It was not my intention to be the keeper of information which may bring resolution for the conflicted parties.

When have you ventured out of your comfort zone?What truth have you been the keeper of? Ki to Happiness knows innocent actions matter.

After my first 20 blogs I switched from my computer to my cell phone 108 blogs ago!Being a generally non-technical Yogini, I am celebrating that I’ve been able to use this tool easily, readily, when traveling, and throughout the fall and now deep into winter. This time of hibernation, and introspection has been uplifted as I share with you some of the many blessings of my practices.

I am alive. I love yoga, teaching, training, and working privately as well as in group settings with people in need of a safe container in which to process life’s material ever toward healing. My own requirements brought me to the path of yoga, as well as many other integrative practices as I have stated here before. Reach out this way if you are interested in any…bodily support, mental and emotional clearing, and spiritual upliftment.

What hurts? Any lingering issues for you could use some attention? Ki to Happiness finds love, light and warmth in the dark coldness of barren winter.

Mary Frances Berry is an activist and a voice for choice. Amidst the many systems and structures that are now breaking down in our country, and on our planet it can be easy to become discouraged. MFB recognizes that and uses it to continue the good fight for the Earth and her inhabitants.

She sees the injustices, inequalities and planetary exploitation of resources as a wall.Those activists who’ve gone before us have made their dents in that wall. She insists we each persevere and make our own dents. Climate change, social justice, human equality all need us to actively make politicians act on our behalf, for which they have been elected.

What dent have you made so far? What do you need in order to continue to make your own dents? Ki to Happiness acknowledges your dents and continues along side you making mine.

Today we celebrate Saint Thomas Aquinas. (1225-1274)In his simple and direct voice, he is able to convey profound concepts in simple terms as a result of his nearly scientific approach to studying metaphysical texts. Here’s a favorite of his 100+ remarkable works. 

“Every Foot a Shrine”

Every creature has a religion.

Every foot is a shrine where secret candle burns.

Every cell in us worships God.(Goddess)

Every arrow in the bow of desire has rushed out in hope of nearing Him.(Her)(Them)

Ki to Happiness treasures the sacred voices from the East and West, all conveying the Aquarian spirit of brotherly (sisterly) love.



I am celebrating the anniversary of my birth 59 years ago today. I have a keen awareness of how it is that my body came out of my mother’s. I am made from her flesh. I am forever grateful for my time spent inside her, preparing me for what has been a long and interesting life, filled with healing. And of course I appreciate the DNA from my father as well, although he had a minor role in my physical reality. My big brother showed me the way. Wonderful to have been celebrated early with my family of creation here at Hatha Yoga Center!

My life would not be worth living had I not shared it with many significant friends. Those that remain in my life are golden, and those who have exited have left their mark on my soul. Furry friends share these blogs with me in the early mornings after yoga practices, teaching me more than many who on their hind legs.

 Do you know how grateful I am for you? How aware are you that you also have become an important part of my life? Ki to Happiness celebrates each new day and each contribution to it!

There are readers and there are readers. I appreciate you, Readers, for reading my blog. I also appreciate readers who consult particular oracles and decipher their messages and meetings. On the recommendation of a neighbor, I found my way to a tarot reader and astrologer for my birthday.

The stars at the moment of my birth are effected by the star patterns now presently transiting the heavens. These geometries reveal points of tension as well as ease for my upcoming year. The tarot reading was able to give me pictures to symbolize these issues. Together, I’m able to navigate my path more gracefully and gratefully.

What helps you navigate? How might a reading assist? Ki to Happiness recognizes the Truth is woven into all things “for those who have eyes to see”.

Happy Year of the Rat! We enter into a year that is influenced by the charming, clever, tenacious survivor. How each of us are effected depends upon many factors including the animal that presided over birth year.

As with each new moon, being conscious and intentional on this day will have far-reaching consequences thru this next month. This will further contribute to the whole next year. Family gatherings, wearing red, cleaning house, eating long noodles, are some of the traditions over half the population of the earth observe at this time.

How can cleverness and charm serve you best this year? What issues in your life require tenacity? Ki to Happiness celebrates all that insures survival!

I am honored to present at the Northwest Yoga Conference. Today from 1 to 3, I will facilitate exploration of the core. Anatomists define the core muscles as including three groups: the corseting muscles of Tranversus Abdominus, the paraspinal muscles of the Multifidi, and the root muscles of the Pubococcygeals. With core strength, the rest of the body is more likely to experience flexibility. The combination of strength in the core and flexibility in the rest allows us to sit in meditation without pain.

Asana practice aims toward preparing the body for meditation. Breathing practices prepare the mind and emotions to be clear and calm to behold the Light and Guidance. Meditation on this Spirit of Guidance while in the physical body is the true Core of Yoga.

What Light and Guidance are you experiencing in your meditations? Do you need more strength in your core, flexibility in the rest of the body, breathing practices or a combination? Ki to Happiness chooses practices to support the true Core of Yoga.

During my years of Yogic and Sufi practices and meditations I have found broader inclusive possibilities. Utilizing that awareness psychotherapeutically, I’ve been able to help others see beyond their limited attachment to one point of you. “There is a way” which will be revealed, that includes all opposing views. With patience, persistence, and ongoing practices toward peace and unity, this way becomes possible.

It has taken two years for the conflict regarding the Northwest Yoga Conference to come to this point. As we move forward toward our healing circle on Saturday for the community, reconciliation comes into view. As the conflicted parties meet with impartial listeners, a more inclusive perspective will show the way forward.

What helps you detach from your perspective so you can hear another’s? How patient and persistent are you? Ki to Happiness knows “there is a way” to reconcile the irreconcilables.

Two years ago at the northwest yoga conference (NWYC), there was conflict. Today, I meet with the organizer for the first time since then. The intention is towards healing for the purpose of grace as we move forward to this year’s NWYC.

I will be conducting a workshop again as I did two years ago. I personally witnessed the conflict. I have recorded it. Many have their own stories about what occurred. several of the most outspoken voices weren’t even present. 

What conflicts are you ready to resolve? How clear are your intentions? Ki to Happiness joyously faces this big day resolved and healed into the true spirit of Yoga, which is union.