Overcoming a 30 Day Yoga Challenge
by Liz Jansen I did it on a whim. In late May, the Lion’s Den Yoga Studio, where I practice, posted a 30-day yoga challenge: 30 days of yoga in June. They relaxed the start date so the challenge could …
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Disempowering Motorcycle Myth Debunked
by Liz Jansen “If you’re going to ride that bike, you’d better be able to pick it up by yourself.” “I can’t go on a solo trip until I learn to pick it up by myself.” The first statement was …
7 Pros and Cons of Independence
by Liz Jansen Last summer I was a 60-year-old woman, traveling solo by motorcycle across the continent, camping, exploring, and meeting many wonderful friends. This spring, I was back where I started geographically, confined to a small apartment—the same woman, …
5 Reasons to Let Go and Practice Openness
by Liz Jansen This winter of intentional hibernation, reflection, and allowing my heart to lead the way has brought tremendous lessons, challenges, and gifts. Quelling my ego’s drive to “make things happen” has been at the forefront. In its place, …
7 Ways to Practice Non Engagement
by Liz Jansen As a rider, you know there’s no point engaging in a confrontation with another vehicle on the road. You’re going to lose. The same is true in life. Allow your self to engage in another’s drama or …
7 Ways to Practice Non Attachment
by Liz Jansen To practice non attachment is to let go of the labels you’ve attached to yourself. It’s about remaining grounded and centered, working from that place of power that is you, rather than the roles you’ve bought into. …
7 Ways to Practice Non Judgement
by Liz Jansen All of us want to change the world for the better. The most effective way to do this is to change the perception of how we perceive problems. By looking at challenges differently, we can turn them …
Leslie Prevish—Merging Passion and Career
With a track record that speaks to her drive and expertise, Leslie manages to balance career, multiple pastimes and volunteer work. She’s been instrumental as an advisor in the creation of Power of the Road. Listen, chat with, learn, and get …
10 Must’s for your Spring Motorcycle Checklist
by Liz Jansen You’ve waited a long time for spring to arrive. Start the season on the right foot by making sure your motorcycle is safe to ride, using the spring motorcycle checklist below as a guide. Even if you …
Nita Korhonen—The Making of a Champion
Listen, chat with, learn, and get inspired by Finland’s Nita at the Power of the Road online conference, April 7 to 11, 2014. Nita Korhonen, BBA and Master of Sport Science, is the director of International Motorcycling Federation (FIM)’s Women´s Commission (CFM), making …