March 2026 · Off the Mat · by Tiffany Bergin, C-IAYT, CIYT
The air feels different now. The light lingers a little longer in the evenings. The snow is softening, slowly giving way.
We are moving toward the equinox — toward equal light and dark — showing us that balance is not an idea, but a lived practice. Something we must consciously return to again and again.
A lot is moving through the world right now. I feel it deeply. I stay informed. And I am clear about the role I am meant to play.
My role is to hold space. To nurture steadiness. To protect the nervous system. To create spaces — virtually and in person — where people can breathe and take a moment to move away from the noise and care for their inner landscape.
I've been watching the monks on the Walk for Peace. Their contribution is steadiness in action — walking quietly, grounded with feet on the earth. This is sanity and compassionate clarity.
As we navigate the terrain of volatility and harm, it is imperative to: protect your nervous system, be intentional about what you consume, anchor your body, communicate with care and compassion, and stay connected to the people in front of you.
This is my contribution, and I am honored to hold that space with you.
Balance is not an idea, but a lived practice. Something we must consciously return to again and again. — Tiffany Bergin
Companion piece: Tridoshic Kitchari — Spring's Gentle Detox. All issues: Wisdom Library archive.
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