Journal
September at the Farm: Cozy Beginnings & Creative Moments
Explore Big Raven Farm’s September newsletter—featuring seasonal recipes, creative projects, and cozy stories to welcome the beauty of fall.
Big Raven Featured in Coulee Region Women's Magazine: A Creative Sanctuary
We are thrilled to announce that Big Raven has been featured in the latest edition of Coulee Region Women’s Magazine! This is a significant moment for us, and we couldn’t be more excited to share the full article with our community. The feature highlights the heart of Big Raven — a place where yoga, art, and self-care intersect to offer transformative retreats. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi, an artist looking for inspiration, or someone simply needing a break in nature, this magazine feature is a reflection of everything we stand for. A Sneak Peek of What You’ll Find in the...
Sink Into Stillness: Discover the Power of Yin Yoga (and Why Your Mat Matters) PLUS your 30 day Yin Yoga Challenge
In our fast-paced world, where every to-do list grows longer and every workout promises to be more intense, Yin Yoga offers something beautifully radical: stillness. This slow, meditative practice isn’t about breaking a sweat—it’s about softening into presence, lengthening into patience, and listening to your body in a whole new way. Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, Yin Yoga is having a moment—and for good reason. It supports mobility, emotional balance, joint health, and nervous system regulation. And if you’re looking to deepen your Yin experience, a high-quality mat—like those we create at Big Raven Yoga—can...
How Yoga Helps You Stay Grounded, Strong, and Emotionally Resilient
When Eleanor Roosevelt said, “A woman is like a tea bag – you never know how strong she is until she gets in hot water,” she wasn’t talking about yoga. But she could’ve been. Life often puts us in boiling water—emotionally, mentally, spiritually. Pressure builds, and we're left searching for something steady. Something grounding. Something that helps us not just survive—but come through it stronger. Yoga is that something. Not because it changes our circumstances—but because it transforms our capacity to meet them. Why Yoga Matters When Life Feels Overwhelming Yoga is more than movement—it’s a system designed to help...
Why You Need Daily Affirmations and Mantras—and How to Make Them Part of Your Life
For years—really ever since she was eleven—our daughter Georgia has been writing positive affirmations and mantras on sticky notes and taping them to the walls of her bedroom. Short, simple phrases like “You are strong,” “Be kind to yourself,” or “Keep going.” At first, it was just a sweet habit—an expression of her creativity and inner world. But over time, it became something more. Now she’s nearly 23, and guess what? She’s still doing it. Apartment walls, bathroom mirrors, journals, even the inside flap of her laptop—they're all sprinkled with reminders of hope, strength, and self-worth. It’s part of how she...
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