I think it goes without saying that this incredible woman is such a shining light in the world, and especially in this community. Her joyful, gentle, and healing presence has touched so many of us, and I hope you’ll all join me in celebrating her today! It’s been such an honour to walk alongside you as you’ve built Nova Nidra. Your devotion and deep love for this practice (and for every person in this space) inspires me every single day. Thank you for bringing me along for the ride. I’m so very grateful for you, and I hope this next year brings you everything you deserve: big blessings, beautiful expansion, and of course — deep, nourishing rest 💘 Drop a birthday message for Ayla below so she’s absolutely lavished with love when she logs back in after celebrating today! 🥰🎉🌸

Have you ever noticed how much energy goes into wanting things to change? The mind pushes, resists, or wrestles… and it leaves us tired. A sankalpa is different. It isn’t about pushing. It’s about planting, like placing a seed in fertile soil and trusting the rhythm of nature to unfold in its own time. If your heart could whisper one sentence right now, just one seed of truth, what would it say? If you feel comfortable, SHARE it here. When spoken into a community, our intentions often take deeper root.

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The Dalai Lama is 90 today. I am reminded of this very simple and beautiful quote. There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness. I try to remember this every day. ❤️❤️❤️

Today is Cat's birthday, and I want to take a moment to acknowledge this incredible woman. I truly would not be here without her. She is a soul mate in the truest sense. Before we met, we lived like ships in the night. Her name floating through circles of aviation and hospitality, but when she landed in my life… there was no turning back. Some of you may already know this story… but Cat and I officially became friends when I was diagnosed with cancer. She brought food to the hospital and my house. She started a meal train and messaged me every day while I was in treatment. In the middle of a health crisis, I didn’t imagine I’d be making new friends, but this acquaintance became my lifeline. Cat is nurturing. Endlessly loving. A natural at creating community and connection. I love her ability to whip up anything in the kitchen, and to this day, she still cooks for me... no matter where we are in life or in the world. In Yoga Nidra, Annamaya Kosha translates as the food body (the physical body), the part of us that needs nourishment and care. And that’s what Cat offers in every moment: Nourishment. Not just through meals, but through presence, humour, love, and the sacred art of showing up. Happy Birthday, my Cat. You are a gift. You always have been. I will be with her soon and have travelled over mountains to see her... My turn to prepare a meal for you. In full transparency, I'll be taking you for dinner @Cat Jones we both know that's for the best. 😂