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Ahimsa Week One: Practicing Courage in the Unknown
This week I explored what it means to practice emotional courage as part of my commitment to Ahimsa. From making a scary phone call to flying into Crow Pose, here’s how courage unfolded on and off my mat.

elisha st denis
Mar 262 min read


Ahimsa: The Art of Softening in a Hard World
Exploring the yogic principle of Ahimsa (non-violence) through personal stories of perfectionism, injury, and self-compassion. This post offers real-life reflections and practical tools for bringing more softness into our lives, on the mat and far beyond.

elisha st denis
Jan 315 min read


An Introduction to the Yamas and Niyamas: The first two steps in yoga’s path to freedom
An accessible introduction to the yamas and niyamas, the ethical foundations of yoga, reframed for modern life. Learn how these principles function as tools for self-reflection, awareness, and intentional living, on and off the mat.

elisha st denis
Jan 174 min read


How Yoga Helped Me Run 200 Miles (Yes, Really!)
Running nearly 200 miles might sound extreme, but with the help of yoga, it felt possible, joyful even. In this post, I share how breathwork, mobility, balance, mindfulness, and community from my yoga practice helped me train for and complete the Ragnar Relay: Northwest Passage. Whether you're a runner, yogi, or somewhere in between, these five lessons might inspire your next challenge.

elisha st denis
Jul 22, 20253 min read
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