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Sound Healing, Yoga, and Mindful Living

Here you’ll find insights and inspiration to help you live a more peaceful, balanced, and joyful life!

Lindsay Monal practicing child's pose yoga in blue leggings and top with white yoga bolster.

About the Author

Hi — I’m Lindsay Monal, an ERYT-500 Yin Yoga Teacher and Teacher Trainer, Reiki Master Teacher, and Sound Meditation Facilitator. Here, you'll find a blend of topics, including sound healing, yoga practices, meditation, wellness retreats, and self-care tools for a compassionate lifestyle.

Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, my goal is to guide you on your journey to holistic well-being. I believe that the path to peace and healing lies in reconnecting with our true selves, and I’m here to offer you the tools to do just that.

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Lindsay Monal 12/8/25 Lindsay Monal 12/8/25

Rejoicing Practice: Reflection on our Interconnectedness

In any given moment there have been thousands of people and thousands of decisions that have shaped the world I live in…

Lindsay Monal 12/1/25 Lindsay Monal 12/1/25

If You Have Nothing Nice To Say, Just Practice.

Sometimes, what we really need isn’t another story about the practice (or another blog post about the practice) but the practice itself.

Lindsay Monal 11/24/25 Lindsay Monal 11/24/25

Lessons from Retreat: What I’m laying to Rest This Season

While I know there will be tests along the way and temptations to fall back into old patterns, I’m hoping the ripples from this week in the woods will carry me into a new rhythm, one rooted in intention and purpose, rather than survival.

Lindsay Monal 11/17/25 Lindsay Monal 11/17/25

The Real Reason I Keep Moving

Growing up, I watched relatives get hip and knee replacements at what felt like “too young,” and I think that was part of what quietly motivated me to move. I always loved sports as a kid, but when the games ended, I had to find new reasons to care for my body…

Lindsay Monal 11/11/25 Lindsay Monal 11/11/25

The Privilege of Becoming: Doing Things Before You’re “Ready”

Embrace the fact that you still have time to grow into the titles that feel too big.

Lindsay Monal 11/10/25 Lindsay Monal 11/10/25

The Angels are Close By: Asking for Signs & Receiving Them

Here’s your weekly reminder that there are no coincidences, and all the signs, and guides you’re looking for are closer than you think.

Lindsay Monal 11/3/25 Lindsay Monal 11/3/25

How to be a Better Friend

We might not all have a Katie in our lives, but that doesn’t mean we can’t be that friend for someone else. I’ve been so changed by the way she loves, that I’ve started showing up for my friends better, too.

Lindsay Monal 10/27/25 Lindsay Monal 10/27/25

Know your Audience: Discerning who’s ready to Hear your Message

In life, we can’t fault people for not knowing what we know. If we want true connection, we have to be willing to return to the basics, to simplify, and to share humbly and with compassion.

Lindsay Monal 10/20/25 Lindsay Monal 10/20/25

Reframing Success: Redefining what actually matters most

And while it’s easy to cling to the paper as proof of achievement, I’m realizing you can’t frame growth, and it’s not something I want to put in an 8x10 box anyways.

Lindsay Monal 10/13/25 Lindsay Monal 10/13/25

3 Tips for Overcoming Procrastination from a Reformed Procrastinator

Yes, it’s true that good things take time... but not that much time. Here’s your loving reminder to get out of your head and back into your body, take action to clear the weight you’ve been carrying.

Lindsay Monal 8/13/25 Lindsay Monal 8/13/25

A Blessing in Disguise: Redirection is Protection

When I thought I lost my wallet, I panicked, but freezing my cards ended up protecting me from a string of attempted fraud I wouldn’t have otherwise caught. What felt like a major inconvenience turned out to be a quiet act of protection, proof that redirection really is protection.

Lindsay Monal 8/6/25 Lindsay Monal 8/6/25

I’m not me without you: A Reflection on our Collective Liberation

In case I haven’t said it enough lately, I want to thank you for reading these posts! I never take your time or attention for granted and it means a lot to me knowing you’re on the other end of the screen!

Lindsay Monal 7/30/25 Lindsay Monal 7/30/25

How I Deal With my Fear of Failure as a Yoga Teacher & Sound Healer

In these moments where it just feels easier to give up, or curl back into hiding from the world, in a safe bubble where I don’t put myself out there, and therefore can’t get hurt, I look to the greats for inspiration…

Lindsay Monal 7/28/25 Lindsay Monal 7/28/25

I’m on a Podcast! Talking All Things Sound Healing, Yoga, and Teacher Training on Peter’s Podcast

I’m so excited to share that I was recently featured on a podcast that’s near and dear to my heart: Peter’s Podcast, hosted by my longtime teacher and mentor from my 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training at ISHTA Yoga, Peter Ferko.

Lindsay Monal 7/23/25 Lindsay Monal 7/23/25

Closed Mouths Don’t Get Fed: Why Saying What You Need Matters Now More Than Ever

If we really want to build community and move away from systems rooted in overconsumption and capitalism, this is how we begin…

Lindsay Monal 7/16/25 Lindsay Monal 7/16/25

Why Meditate? 🧘🏻‍♀️ (The Sparknotes Version)

Even though I’ve been teaching meditation for years, I love going back to the basics cause that’s where the real magic lies. The foundational teachings aren’t something to outgrow, but to double down on, an opportunity to dive deeper as our understanding grows over time.

Lindsay Monal 7/9/25 Lindsay Monal 7/9/25

Why I Love Yin Yoga (And How to Use the Same 5 Poses for Morning & Night)

While preparing the training manual for our recent Yin Yoga Teacher Training, we played around with a fun idea: What if we used the same five yin yoga poses to start your day, and to wind it down at the end of the day? Here’s the result of that exercise, ready for you to try it out!

Lindsay Monal 7/2/25 Lindsay Monal 7/2/25

Late to the Wedding: A Story About Surrendering Control

Sometimes, even when you think you’ve done everything right, life finds a way to make you miss the moment, and teaches you to let go anyway. Because even if you miss the sweet stuff, there’s still time for dessert.

Lindsay Monal 5/12/25 Lindsay Monal 5/12/25

Listen Now: Sound Meditation for the Flower Full Moon in Scorpio

Grab a blanket and get cozy for this 26 minute meditation! I’d recommend lying down on your bed or couch, or in a place where you can really rest to listen to this crystal sound bowl meditation!