Flow and Fly: Inversion Workshop at La Shala Barcelona

February 7, 2018 packyourmatLeave a comment

Description: Armen Menechyan, a Los Angeles native who considers Barcelona his second home, will be returning to La Shala Barcelona and offering an all-levels extended vinyasa flow with a workshop emphasis on going upside down on Saturday, March 17th, 2018 at 4:00PM. After last years successful “A Heart Opening + Mindful Practice” workshop, it is with deep… Continue reading Flow and Fly: Inversion Workshop at La Shala Barcelona

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Pack Your Mat Barcelona Itinerary: March 15 – 21, 2018

January 24, 2018January 29, 2018 packyourmat2 Comments

Not a yoga retreat, an experience.

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On Life and Death

August 4, 2017 packyourmat2 Comments

Who knew hours after such bliss and love, an unexpected storm would bring us to realize both the precious nature of our existence and the insignificant nature of our existence.

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Barcelona: A Story of Divorce, Reconciliation and Revitalization

June 14, 2017 packyourmatLeave a comment

When I left this place about three years ago, it felt like I was not only divorcing my former partner but also the city. At least with my partner the signing of the divorce papers gave some sort of closure. But, even then, let’s be real, no signature gives closure to emotions and years of love and cohabitation.

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A Mindful Practice: Yoga Workshop with Armen Menechyan at La Shala BCN

May 14, 2017May 14, 2017 packyourmat5 Comments

Description: Armen Menechyan, a Los Angeles native who considers Barcelona his second home, will be offering a heart and mind opening practice on Saturday, June 10th at La Shala Barcelona. The workshop will offer a closer look at postures using mindful movements and transitions in and out of poses. Special attention will be paid to… Continue reading A Mindful Practice: Yoga Workshop with Armen Menechyan at La Shala BCN

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5 Quick Tips On Cultivating Optimism Through Quietly Sitting for 5 Minutes

January 22, 2016January 22, 2016 packyourmat13 Comments

In response to the Daily Post Photo Challenge titles Optimistic, I have chosen to display the practice of meditation and how it helps cultivate an optimistic state of mind. Optimism can be easily lost with all the hustle and bustle of our lives. Especially those of us who live in big cities and have to deal with… Continue reading 5 Quick Tips On Cultivating Optimism Through Quietly Sitting for 5 Minutes

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How To Get To My Top 5 Photogenic Landmarks?

January 13, 2016January 13, 2016 packyourmatLeave a comment

Photo tourism is definitely not a thing of the past. If we all were to dig deep into our family photo album box, we would find our parents and grandparents starring in what look like Instagram filtered photography (what we now label vintage), in front of cool landmarks, posing. Back in the days it was as… Continue reading How To Get To My Top 5 Photogenic Landmarks?

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BE MINDFUL OF THE RESOLUTIONS YOU MAKE

January 1, 2016January 1, 2016 packyourmatLeave a comment

This is how I feel about 2016 as it stands. Fearless about the future of and rejoicing in what came before. Living every moment with the beauty that surrounds us, the possibilities and heights that one may reach with virtuous actions, and respecting all who surround us. Be in the moment. Let your resolutions… Continue reading BE MINDFUL OF THE RESOLUTIONS YOU MAKE

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Victory is…

November 13, 2015November 13, 2015 packyourmatQuote1 Comment

In response to The Daily Post’s weekly photo challenge: “Victory.”

. . . Putting your mind to something and accomplishing it with joy.
What is victory to you?

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Where to find the best coffee and croissant in Yerevan city?

November 4, 2015November 4, 2015 packyourmatLeave a comment

The key to inspiration and finding the best croissants accompanied with aromatic and delicious coffee is patience and serendipity, it seems like, on my trip. It’s not a secret that I’m a coffee snob and a croissant aficionado. However, I had given up the search and had surrendered to Armenian coffee, which I’m not a… Continue reading Where to find the best coffee and croissant in Yerevan city?