Dharma Warrior

08/18/2026

I recently had the pleasure of meeting Ethan Neville who photographed me holding the Stone of Kindness. StoneSoupUnlimited

The Stone of Kindness is a Narmadeshwar stone, a sacred stone found only in the Narmada River, a sacred site in central India. These stones are especially revered by Shaivites, representing the most sacred Shiva Lingham and are composed of crystalline quartz, basalt and jasper and are naturally tumbled into an egg-like shape by the river’s current.

I feel honoured to be included in the Stone of Kindness Project, and to be photographed holding the stone by Ethan at my work recently. West Ender Coffee

Thank you for the opportunity and sincerest blessings to you and the project.

OM NAMEH SHIVAYA!
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08/17/2026

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An amazing conversation with Wim Hof on TRS Podcast 🧡🔱🧡

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08/05/2026

DISCLAIMER: PAINFULLY LONG POST FEATURING STORIES OF PHYSICAL TRAUMA AND EXCESSIVE EXPLANATION OF SUBSEQUENT EMOTIONAL BATTLE

One year ago today I had the big toe on my left foot amputated. This was the result of a series of unfortunate events beginning with me walking on broken glass at the beach and ending with me feeling like my situation was not taken seriously by the medical system.

While the healing process has been far from linear and the last year has easily been the most challenging one of my life for various reasons, I am happy to say that I feel like have reached a period of calm after the Storm.

The most difficult aspect of healing has been the processing of feelings of insecurity over my future as a teacher of Yoga Asana. Being diagnosed with late onset Type 1 Diabetes at age 31 (now over 13 years ago) has already given me a number of strange obstacles in my life generally, but particularly as a Yoga teacher. Even when I still had all 10 toes my balance had been greatly affected by neuropathy in my feet. I have so little feeling in my toes that I honestly notice little to no difference in my balance since the amputation.

Teachers of Yoga Asana can be held to an illogically high standard of physical ability, which in reality has next to nothing to do with how capable a person is of coaching students through their own Yoga Asana. It took a little while for me to come to this understanding for myself, and at times it can still be difficult.

I am quite pleased that I was recently asked to teach at Boulder Fest 2026, an annual climbing festival which takes place on the beautiful Dover Island off the South Shore of my native Nova Scotia. While I was unsure at first I am very glad I decided to go ahead with the opportunity. I had a great time and met a number of wonderful people. Having 9 toes really did not feel like it made much of any difference in my competence as a teacher.

To those who have made it this far, I appreciate you and all of my followers on this winding journey that is my life as an enthusiast of Yoga.

Stay tuned for more in the near future.

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07/10/2026

Shiva turned 7 years old on Sunday (July 5) and Odin turned 11 today (July 10). They have had a great week with their family and friends filled with treats, new toys and adventures. Tara’s gotcha day is coming up very soon too!

I feel so blessed to have such wonderful canine companions. I can’t believe how quickly time has passed. I hope they all know how loved they are and how much joy they bring to everyone in their lives.

I love you more than words can say, sweet pups!
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