As yogis, we try to see the best in everyone. We practice kindness and compassion. We know the importance of empathy and of being careful not to inflict any unnecessary harm with our words. But we should remember that it is equally important to be …
If you practice at Elevate, chances are, you’re familiar with the work of artist Claudia Gutierrez. If, like so many of us, you’ve taken a moment during a savasana to appreciate the lush, captivating texture of the moon illustration adorning the wall of the practice …
It seems spring has (finally!) arrived and the change in season is an opportunity to think about change in our lives. Spring is a time of change. A change in the weather, a change in the light—its quality and duration—and a change in the pace …
Born in Toronto, Maddie has lived in several cities across Ontario, as well as in Victoria, BC and briefly in London, England. Maddie is an avid reader and writer with a BA and MA in English literature. She works as a full-time communications and research …
Tribe, crew, soulmates, squad—there are a million different names for them, but you always know who they are. They are the tried-and-true friends, the good-times-and-bad friends, the always-and-forever friends. They’re the ones that have your back and always support you. They keep you grounded and …
Now that the rosy glow of New Year’s Eve has faded, we’re left with the harsh light of day and the hard work of not making, but keeping our New Year’s Resolutions. So what are some best practices for keeping those resolutions? Be strategic. The …
When we get knocked down, it can be hard to get up again, and sometimes our instinctive reactions aren’t always the best practice. In the process of “getting better”—whether that be from a physical or emotional or spiritual hardship—there are a few things that can …
A bunch of you asked, so we thought you ought to know about the heart and the woman behind Elevate Yoga. Lizl Fleury is not only a jack of all trades, she’s a badass lady boss. She is the perfect balance of left and right …
Throughout December we hear so much about the Most Wonderful Time of the Year that if you aren’t feeling particularly merry, it can be very frustrating and even lonely time of year. Here are some tips to help you fight the winter blues: Opt out. …
Autumn is a season of endings: the leaves dying and falling from the trees, the days growing shorter and shorter, and the year drawing to a close. But, for many, it is also the start of something new, whether that be a new class, a …