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How Yoga Can Support People with Neurological Conditions
Living with a neurological condition can change the way you move through the world. Perhaps balance doesn't feel as steady as it once did. Maybe getting up from a chair, turning, reaching, or walking across a room requires more thought and attention. Or perhaps you have simply become less confide... Read More
Darlene Listro | MON AUG 31, 2026

Why I Said Yes to the Roots and Branches Podcast
Have you ever noticed that your body often knows you're overwhelmed before your mind is willing to admit it? Maybe you're exhausted even after sleeping. Maybe you're constantly "on." Maybe you've forgotten what it feels like to truly relax. As I continue my training to be a certified yoga therapi... Read More
Darlene Listro | MON JUL 27, 2026

Yoga for Women's Well-being
As I continue my yoga therapy training and begin my mentorships, my first area of focus is women's well-being, including supporting women through perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause. Like many women, I've come to appreciate the aging process is a significant life transition, one that des... Read More
Darlene Listro | WED JUN 24, 2026

What is Yoga Therapy?
If you've heard me mention yoga therapy lately and thought, "Okay... but what actually is that?" you're not alone. I love this question because it gives me a chance to share a little more about what has been shaping my work recently and why I am so passionate about this emerging field. The Intern... Read More
Darlene Listro | FRI JUN 12, 2026

The Courage to Be Seen
Recently, I had the opportunity to step outside my comfort zone and be a guest on the Roots & Branches: A Journey to Bloom Talk Show with Christine Mola. Our conversation explored a topic that has become central to my work: nervous system regulation and why creating a sense of safety within ourse... Read More
Darlene Listro | FRI JUN 5, 2026
A Little Life Update: My Journey into Yoga Therapy
It’s been a while since I've posted … and if you’ve been wondering what I’ve been up to lately... well... the answer is... A LOT! I’ve completed my Level 1 Foundations in Yoga Therapy training with Inner Peace Yoga Therapy and now have my 500-hour designation as a Registered Yoga Teacher. This tr... Read More
Darlene Listro | THU JUN 4, 2026

What's the Rush?
A gentle reminder to pause, breathe, and notice the life unfolding around us In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to move through life on autopilot—checking off tasks, meeting responsibilities, and rushing from one thing to the next. Somewhere along the way, we can lose sight of the quiet moments t... Read More
Darlene Listro | MON MAR 16, 2026

What Does Your Mat Placement Say About You?
Ever wonder what your mat placement says about you? I recently stumbled on a fun idea — apparently, where you unroll your mat in class might reveal a little something about your vibe. According to an article in Yoga Journal, people really do have preferences. Some choose comfort. Some choose conn... Read More
Darlene Listro | TUE FEB 24, 2026
Winter, Stillness, and the Practice of Preparing
Winter has a way of asking something different of us. While the world around us often encourages momentum, productivity, and forward motion, this season quietly offers another kind of wisdom — one rooted in stillness. In slowing down. In listening more closely. In resting deeply enough to truly p... Read More
Darlene Listro | TUE JAN 20, 2026

Slowing Down to See the Whole Picture
Over the holidays, I decided to follow my own advice and slow down a bit. So… I did a puzzle. I love getting lost in the picture—searching for just the right piece—and that quiet sense of accomplishment when pieces begin to come together. A puzzle takes patience, organization, and forethought. Fi... Read More
Darlene Listro | SUN JAN 4, 2026