Michaela Peterson

Joined January 2021

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Poet. Yoga teacher. Nature enthusiast.

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Oceans
we've always loved how the ocean kissed the shore with sea spray and sunlight and how the waves, no matter how wayward, always seemed to find their way home
By Michaela Peterson2 years ago in Poets
You
Sometimes, the words fail, like when I first met you. I tried, really, but my synonyms came up short and empty You can imagine, for a writer, this is humbling. Distressing, even.
By Michaela Peterson2 years ago in Poets
How to Practice Yoga for Free
There’s a good chance that you could benefit from practicing yoga. The ancient practice is associated with improved flexibility and strength, better mental health, and reduced stress and anxiety.
By Michaela Peterson2 years ago in Longevity
Top 7 Tips (From a Yoga Teacher) for Beginner Yogis
Yoga is an ancient system of practice that can have profound benefits in our modern world. The only question is, how do you start?
By Michaela Peterson2 years ago in Longevity
This is Why You're Not 'Good' at Yoga
As a beginner yogi, it's easy to feel intimidated. After all, if you step foot in any yoga studio, you're bound to see a plethora of seemingly graceful, strong, and flexible people.
By Michaela Peterson2 years ago in Longevity
Mindfulness 101: Tips for Absolute Beginners
Mindfulness is a powerful practice that can help you reduce anxiety and stress, increase memory and focus, and even bolster your empathy and compassion.
By Michaela Peterson2 years ago in Longevity
Drought Conditions
I remember a time when it used to rain. When ash-shaded skies would sob sheets of tears on us. We'd trade song titles and
By Michaela Peterson2 years ago in Poets
Garden-Variety Oblivion
There was ash in my hand and the taste of death on my lips and every year that went by, it felt a little bit less
By Michaela Peterson2 years ago in Poets
Maybe
Maybe we're meant to burn bridges. Maybe we were to meant to forget. Maybe there's solace in solitude. Maybe we're only the sum of all that has happened.
By Michaela Peterson2 years ago in Poets
There's Something in the Wires
The mirror showed a reflection that wasn't my own. By that point, I expected it. We always imagined fire and brimstone. Hurricanes and floods. A nuclear apocalypse. But, when the end finally came, it arrived so quietly that few of us noticed.
By Michaela Peterson3 years ago in Horror
Navy SEALs Use This Cool Breath Technique to Stay Calm Under Fire
If you want to stay calm when stressed and maintain your performance under pressure, then you need to try a nifty Navy SEAL breathing technique.
By Michaela Peterson3 years ago in Longevity
How to Get More Flexible for Yoga
One of the biggest myths of yoga is that you need to be flexible to practice it. You don’t. In fact, you should practice yoga to get more flexible.
By Michaela Peterson5 years ago in Longevity