Yoga

Lex Enrico Santí, LCSW, MFA What is Dharma? Dharma is a concept deeply embedded in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, often translated as "duty," "righteousness," or "the path." But it is more than just a job or a moral guideline—it is the unfolding of one’s true nature in alignment with the greater harmony of the world. As Krishna says in the Bhagavad Gita, "It is better to live your own dharma imperfectly than to live another’s well." Dharma is not about choosing the right pr

Lex Enrico Santí, LCSW, MFA I have been on the path of yoga, seemingly, all my life. I have enjoyed sharing perspectives and the spiritual path as part of my method of supporting clients and connecting what it means to be a being who is working on themselves in this lifetime. I don't always get it right--and the path of trying to work on yourself is fraught with pitfalls. Here is some of what I have learned of being on the yogic path. Yoga, in its truest sense, is not merely

Reposted from CrossFit Pallas Blog By Lex Enrico Santí, LCSW, MFA I began my yoga practice when I was fearful, and I began CrossFit when I was depressed. Reflecting on this, I realize that there is something to the intersection of these seemingly opposite practices. As a yoga instructor in a community of CrossFitters, I embarked on a journey to blend the two practices together, creating a holistic system that interweaves body and mind awareness. I believe that if this system

In 2018, I chanced upon a cinematic masterpiece that profoundly resonated with me, artfully weaving together a tapestry of life elements I hold dear. "On Yoga: The Architecture of Peace" swiftly ascended to become the most transformative movie I have ever encountered, leaving an indelible mark on my consciousness. This film transcends mere entertainment; it is an enlightening odyssey that I sincerely recommend every reader to embark upon. The film introduces us to Michael O'N

What is Mindfulness? And other questions about how I approach therapy. I get asked this a lot: what is your approach to being a therapist? Or rather, what can we expect therapy to be like together? My approach to therapy is informed by a number of factors the first is my background and training. I came to this field later in life. I didn’t always think I would even become a therapist, even though I have long admired and worked next to the profession as a crisis manager and ad