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What is Ashtanga Yoga Anyways?

January 5, 2015 By Monica Stone Leave a Comment

Let’s face it. There are a ton of misconceptions and fears based around Ashtanga Yoga. Because it’s not easy, I often hear people say they are intimidated or scared, but yoga was never meant to be easy or hard.  Because the same sequences are practiced each day, I hear people say they need variety, but it feels completely new and different… View Post

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January 2015 Instagram Challenge! #31DaysOfIntention

January 1, 2015 By Monica Stone Leave a Comment

As you know (or maybe you don’t), I usually co-host an Instagram yoga challenge every month, but December was a challenge for me!  What a crazy month. Most of my time was working on building my businesses (yes that’s plural), and preparing my mind and bank account for the exciting departure of my nine to five grind. I can only… View Post

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Why You Should Give Yourself a Daily Essential Oil Massage (& How It Compliments Your Yoga Practice)

December 18, 2014 By Monica Stone 1 Comment

How do you keep yourself balanced? Do you even know why your moods go up and down, or do you just blame it on the wrong side of the bed? Maybe there’s more to it?  What if I told  you that giving yourself a self-massage every day, with specific oils based on your body type, will help keep you balanced, feeling… View Post

#JOYFULYOGIS December 2014 Instagram Yoga Challenge (Let’s build a flow!)

December 1, 2014 By Monica Stone 1 Comment

OH YES! December Instagram Yoga Challenge Starts Today! I can’t believe I’m going on my third challenge with the lovely Colure, Laura, and Rose!  Let’s recap: #stopdropashtanga in October generated 987 posts #letyourheartfallopen in November generated 2024 posts!  Our December challenge is called #JOYFULYOGIS and I can’t wait to see how many participants we have. #JOYFULYOGIS is unique and let… View Post

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Not Enough Time To Journal? Here’s One You Can Stick With….

November 27, 2014 By Monica Stone 1 Comment

Do you often start things and not finish them? I tend to do that with journaling. I get super stoked and motivated, and then after a few days, I stop picking up the pen. Gratitude journaling seems to be a trend. I even discussed a 30 journaling challenge right here, which I still do on and off.  Trend or not, we’re onto… View Post

How Yoga Is Like Dating

November 25, 2014 By Monica Stone Leave a Comment

“Usually there’s about a three-month love affair with yoga. ‘I feel so good.’ After about two months of practice, people think they are practically enlightened. Then usually around the third month, something happens and the yoga actually starts to work. And the first thing the ego structure does is to look for an escape route. People start heading for the… View Post

When You Know It’s Time Live Your Purpose (And Break Up With Your Desk Job

November 23, 2014 By Monica Stone 1 Comment

There are two types of people: People who become incredibly productive when they’re overwhelmed.   – or –  People who get so overwhelmed that they procrastinate even more.  Which one are you? (Think about it) I have a habit of falling into the second category. When I have too much on my plate, I tend to continue to put it off…. View Post

A Yoga Mat That Fits Any Posture (plus a promo code!)

November 20, 2014 By Monica Stone 2 Comments

Do you ever get annoyed that you have to turn to the side or maneuver yourself in such a way because you can’t fully fit on your yoga mat? It’s not the biggest deal in the world, except when I’m practicing outside. I love going to outdoor yoga events or practicing yoga on the beach. I live right down the… View Post

3 Ways to Meditate for People Who Think They Can’t Meditate

November 8, 2014 By Monica Stone 3 Comments

  How long can you sit without moving? Do you know?  Do you think you can’t meditate? When someone mentions sitting meditation, do you instantly say, “That’s not for me. My mind runs so fast!”  Are you always stressed and don’t know how to calm yourself down? Perhaps you don’t even know that something as simple as sitting and breathing for… View Post

#LetYourHeartFallOpen November 2014 Instagram Yoga Challenge

October 30, 2014 By Monica Stone 3 Comments

Hey Yogis! Another Yoga Instagram Challenge is among us! Our Challenge for November is #LetYourHeartFallOpen. Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and rather than making it just one day, will you do this with me for the full month? For this challenge, we’re going to post the posture of the day below like we did before, but include a quote… View Post

How To Be Your Own Teacher by Using Props (For Your Home Yoga Practice)

October 24, 2014 By Monica Stone 2 Comments

When practicing yoga in a studio or shala, the teacher is essentially your prop. The use of props is a sticky subject mainly because people can become dependent on them. I was reluctant to use props for a long time, but when I started practicing at home, I gave in, and I’m glad I did! Some of you might say I sold… View Post

Friday Fixes

Some Things To Make Your Life Easier…

October 17, 2014 By Monica Stone 5 Comments

Hey Everyone! How has your week been? I don’t know about you, but my week has been nutty, nutty, and NUTTY! Seriously, it’s been an emotional roller coaster of craziness mostly revolved around my job. I’d rather not talk about it in detail because I’m all about focusing on the positive. Plus it’s Friday! Oh, and it’s my dad’s birthday today!… View Post

Compassion & Forgiveness Meditation For Breaking Through Toxic Situations

October 14, 2014 By Monica Stone 2 Comments

I think one of the hardest things is dealing with toxic people and situations that are beyond your control. I don’t just mean negative people, but I’m talking about emotional abuse or even bullying. I personally think we create our own world. Not that we ask ourselves or even put ourselves in situations to be treated bad, but that we might… View Post

How To Survive Your First Year As A Blogger

October 6, 2014 By Monica Stone 10 Comments

Earlier this month, I attended FLBlogCon14, which marks my first year of being a self hosted blogger. It’s hard to believe that just a year ago, I was having anxiety about what hosting provider to choose, and where to buy my domain from! I wish someone would have told me to keep them in one place. Last year, I didn’t know anyone… View Post

Learning To Practice From A Place of Non-Attachment

October 3, 2014 By Monica Stone 1 Comment

Last weekend, I went over to my yoga sister, Shanna’s, to practice in the morning. It took us awhile to get on the mat because Shanna just got back from India, and we had a bit of catching up to do. I missed her so much, and couldn’t wait to give her a super duper extra long yoga hug! We… View Post

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Hi! I’m Monica

Monica StoneWell hello there! I'm Monica. I'm a yoga & meditation teacher (and junkie). I teach yoga practices that are quick and effective for the busy person who just needs a few minutes of quiet time in their day. Click around and you'll find quick meditation tips for calming the mind to simple stretches to relieve stress and tension. If you are sick of being intimidated by yoga or just confused by all of the different styles out there - then this page is for you. Yoga helps me daily & I know it will help you too! I'll show you how! Welcome to The Yogi Movement :)

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  • Jaime ShearerJaime ShearerYoga Student Since 2012

    Monica is dedicated to her own practice and the true path of yoga - the one of personal experience - which makes her an outstanding teacher. She is warm and easy to talk with, and she allows the student to have their own experience on the mat. She explains postures and breath in ways that are understandable so that the student "gets it." She makes yoga real and tangible in ways that truly serve the student. Work with Monica. You'll be glad you did.

  • Jacob AbercrombieJacob AbercrombieYoga Student Since 2011

    have always wanted to try yoga, but was always nervous. Monica took that fear away and made me feel like i was the only one in class with a room full of strangers. She is able to work with multiple students during the same move and still make it a personalized class for one.

  • Serena JonesSerena JonesYoga Student Since 2010

    Monica has been a highly influential teacher to me. She creates a safe environment for learning and practice. I have always felt grounded in her classes, and she pushes me beyond my own expectations. She inspires and motivates! I can't imagine my life without sharing a path with her!

  • Angela OrofinoAngela OrofinoYoga Student Since 2011

    Monica is a caring, wise, thoughtful, and talented yoga instructor. She has an in-depth knowledge of the philosophy and spirituality of Ashtanga yoga. My previous yoga experience had mostly just been at my local gym. Luckily, last year I found Monica. She has been guiding my practice at least once a week since then. As a newcomer to Ashtanga yoga, Monica made me feel comfortable and had the patience to teach me the basics. She also encouraged me to start an at home practice so that I was able to obtain a deeper understanding of Ashtanga. Monica is always encouraging and lets me know in subtle ways when she feels that I am ready to move deeper into my practice. I feel that the growth in my practice over the last year has been tremendous. Not only do I notice the change in me but others around me do as well. I am so grateful to have found Monica!

  • Sasha TamarSasha TamarYoga Student Since 2012

    I’ve come across many a yoga instructor over the years, but Monica stands out as genuinely amiable, as she glows with an infectious inner light, and highly devoted to and passionate about her practice. Her dedication to Ashtanga as a lifestyle is very clear, and creates for a contagious motivating force. Every time I’ve practiced with her, she eagerly transmits her devotion and passion of Ashtanga and meditation to everyone in class; she makes the most fledgling beginner feel at home, and simultaneously challenges the more advanced students. While I only practice Ashtanga with her, I know she provides therapeutic yoga sessions as well as meditation. And, if her methods of guiding students out of the Ashtanga vigor into the more meditative savasana are indicative of her meditational techniques, I’d recommend her to anyone

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