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Ignite Your Secret Weapon to Turn Your Dreams Into Reality
You’ve probably heard this — or some version of it — a million times: “Being ready isn’t a feeling, it’s a decision.” It’s true. We can talk ourselves out of beginning something far faster than we can talk ourselves into it. And most of us know the feeling that often sits underneath that hesitation: I am not enough. A thought that, over time, turns into a belief system. In yoga, this is known as Avidya — ignorance of our true self — the first of the five kleshas , or cau
carolefrey
Jan 143 min read


Thank you 2025: Lessons on showing up, falling, and adapting
Dear Friends, As this year comes to a close, I've found myself reflecting—not just on what I did in 2025, but on who I became along the way. This year was full. I hosted 7 retreats through my business—Mexico, Peru, Portugal, back-to-back Smoky Mountains, Italy, and Vermont–now having hosted 32 retreats to date. I taught yoga at my first festival in Vermont , led monthly classes, and shared space through community events at lululemon Birkdale as their yoga ambassador. I
carolefrey
Dec 31, 20252 min read


How to Get More Out of Your Yoga Practice
Simple foundational techniques that build strength, awareness & confidence on (and off) the mat. Most people think yoga progress comes from achieving harder poses. In reality, it comes from better foundations. When you understand how to breathe, focus your mind, and move your body intentionally, the entire practice becomes more effective, more powerful, and more meaningful. Through this you begin to move away from just ‘doing’ yoga, and instead, embodying yoga – moving throu
carolefrey
Nov 26, 20253 min read


When I feel like giving up on my dreams – I do these 7 things
Honestly, as an entrepreneur trying to carve my own path, this feeling is no stranger to me. This isn’t your average inspiration only post, because let’s be honest—life is hard. The sooner we accept that little fun fact, the better equipped we are to handle the inevitable challenges. No matter who you are—you face challenges, too. There will be moments when you feel like giving up. Moments when you’re unsure of your next move, or questioning if everything you’ve done so far h
carolefrey
Nov 4, 20254 min read


Dolce Vita in Italy 2025 Recap + Why Participants Return to FSW Retreats Again and Again
Saturday night I returned from Italy, where I hosted my 31st retreat — my second time in Le Marche after an unforgettable experience in 2024. I love Le Marche because it’s off the beaten path, full of locals instead of tourists, and perfectly embodies what I want to offer in a wellness retreat: authenticity, beauty, and space for real connection. Our retreat center went above and beyond in every way . Nestled in rolling hills and olive groves, the estate offers two stunnin
carolefrey
Oct 20, 20255 min read


5 Lifestyle Changes I Made in 2024 That Positively Impacted My Life
In 2024, I made a commitment to myself: to finally stop ignoring the little nudges, the signs my body had been giving me for years, and make real lifestyle changes. Here's a little bit of my journey...
carolefrey
Oct 2, 20254 min read


I'm not the type of yoga teacher that will...
Plus, what you can expect in my classes Yoga is a personal journey, and every teacher brings their own approach. Over my years of...
carolefrey
Sep 24, 20254 min read


Yoga F.A.Q: what you've been wondering, or maybe what never occured to you, answered
There’s a lot of yoga info out there… but many of the elements that make yoga a complete, time-tested practice often get lost or watered...
carolefrey
Sep 3, 20256 min read


From Tapas to Thermostats: The Evolution of Heated Vinyasa
I’m currently enrolled in my second 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training, working toward 1,000 hours of yoga studies. As part of our yoga...
carolefrey
Aug 20, 20254 min read
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