The Joan Zone

  • The Common and Futile Act of Comparison

    by Joan Varini
    When I’m teaching I frequently have students compare their practice to mine. For example, when I demo a forward fold, I have ample space and it is ...

  • Only Divine Source Energy Can Fill Us Up

    by Joan Varini
    We’ve all heard the saying, all paths lead to the top of the mountain. But a lot of us are distracted or consumed by paths or limiting beliefs that keep us...

  • Living Light

    by Joan Varini
    Our lives slip like smoke. We think that we labor and practice patience; struggle in the darkness of not knowing. But I see that it's all, already happening. This 'time' thing is a gift...

  • SOL BREATH RETREATS | Referral Program

    by Joan Varini
    Sol Breath Retreats  Soul Quest Yoga | Hiking | Adventure | Transformation Rio Chirripo Lodge, San Gerardo, Costa Rica July 1st - July 7th 2019...

  • From Chaos to Sanctuary; Creating Space for Peace and Observation

    by Joan Varini
    As a yoga teacher and spiritual guide my roll is to hold space. Many clients come to me either because they’ve tried everything else or they are si...

  • Under Construction

    by Joan Varini

    The issue central to many people I’ve spoken with lately is that we should not make ourselves smaller in order to make someone else more comfortable. We lack an awareness of our self-worth and put others needs above the basic things we need for self-care and inner peace.

     

  • New Year New Battery

    by Joan Varini
    What we perceive outside of us reflects our relationship with ourselves.

  • Detachment and Rebirth

    by Joan Varini
    At this precious new beginning offered by the turning of the new year, we challenge you to renew your life.
    Surrender into your passionate creative desires, make plans, pursue a dream, forgive, move into a more positive mindset, stay active, stay hopeful. Transcend into a space of rebirth.

  • Creative Living

    by Joan Varini
    Creative living is the only way to live a life that is in sync with our true selves.

  • A Return to Self

    by Joan Varini
    What is it that you really need to feel happy and balanced?

  • A Heavy Humble Heart

    by Joan Varini
    Magic happens when we bring our best selves to a situation. Be authentic, open your heart and grow.

  • Our Bodies Our Teachers

    by Joan Varini
    Yoga is a wonderful place to activate the awareness of the internal guidance system. While we move and breathe we honor what our unique bodies teach us.