Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - Sara

Ever wonder why you feel disconnected despite being constantly surrounded by people? This week, I explore how service to others creates the deep roots of connection we're all yearning for.

Between teaching yoga and receiving your heartfelt messages, I've been reflecting on what truly brings meaning to our lives. The answer isn't complicated, but it challenges our default settings: service beyond self is where true fulfillment lies.

I dive into the fascinating etymology of "persona" (literally meaning "mask") and how our personalities aren't who we are—they're who we've practiced being. Through tiny habit changes, we can transform who we show up as in the world. This goes far beyond yoga philosophy; quantum physics confirms we're more energy than matter, all interconnected beneath the surface.

Most provocatively, I explore how even our insecurities can be manifestations of ego. That constant worry about what others think? It's still self-centered thinking, just disguised as concern for others. True service comes from a place of genuine care without expectation of recognition or personal benefit.

Before I take my summer break to upgrade our podcast equipment, I challenge you to find one small way to be of service—not to feel good about yourself, but to genuinely contribute. Whether walking shelter dogs, helping at a homeless center, or creating service opportunities at work, these actions create the root networks that connect us all.

Join me on this journey of service and storytelling. Share your experiences, reflect on your intentions, and I'll be waiting to hear all about it when we reconnect in September. Your time and attention mean everything to me—thank you for being part of this community.

See ya in September

xx, -S.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - Sara

Have you ever felt like your life is so magnificently full that there isn't a second left to spare? When days fly by like flowers in the wind and you're teetering on the edge of overwhelm?

This episode dives into the concept of "tiny anchors" – those small, sustainable habits that keep us grounded during life's most intense periods. Recording between sessions of leading a 200-hour yoga teacher training, I share how I've abandoned the pursuit of perfect, Instagram-worthy morning routines in favor of micro habits that actually stick.

Drawing wisdom from James Clear's "Atomic Habits," I explain how habit stacking transformed my approach to daily routines and share three specific micro habits that currently maintain my sanity: a morning hot beverage ritual that fills me with comfort, an evening tea practice with my treasured pottery mug that signals my brain to wind down, and a weekly "high-low-lesson learned" reflection that builds gratitude and presence.

These tiny anchors might seem insignificant individually, but collectively they create the foundation that allows me to navigate demanding seasons without losing my center. Rather than aspiring to unrealistic three-hour morning routines, these humble practices honor what's actually sustainable long-term.

What micro habits keep you grounded when life speeds up? Share your own tiny anchors and join our growing Salty Bay Club community where we're exploring how small, consistent choices create meaningful transformation.

Here is where you get in touch. Work with me, share your experience or requests > this is how to reach me. Love, - Sara

Raw, unfiltered, and surprisingly sweet - just like a perfect cookie. This episode dives deep into the messy reality of modern dating and the transformative power of genuine love.

From dating disasters to profound realizations, I'm sharing the unvarnished truth about my journey through hookup culture, relationship game-playing, and the ultimate discovery of what makes love actually work. Remember that guy who refused oral sex because I wasn't completely hairless? Or the countless dates where I felt like a one-woman talk show host desperately trying to extract basic conversation from emotionally unavailable men? These experiences might make you cringe, but they were essential stepping stones to finding authentic partnership.

The path to my current relationship wasn't linear - it required seven years of intentional singlehood, therapy, and the courage to face my own patterns. I've come to understand that true love isn't about finding someone to complete you; it's about creating a powerful triangle between two whole people and the love they nurture together. Safety that allows vulnerability, trust that eliminates doubt, and that essential spark of mutual curiosity form the foundation of relationships that actually last.

What I've learned contradicts much of what society tells us about love. The greatest revelation? You must know how to be a lover, not just desire to be loved. As Erich Fromm wisely noted, many want to receive love but few are prepared to consistently give it. Whether you're navigating the dating scene, healing from heartbreak, or nurturing a long-term partnership, this episode offers both comfort and challenge. Because finding your person isn't just about luck - it's about becoming the person worthy of the love you seek.