Ali Amundson Yoga
mothering on the middle path
practices for the elegant struggle
Philosophy Statement
I am a mother to two young children, and for me, self-regulation is not aspirational; it is essential. Walking the middle path has become a matter of survival. The daily work of staying present, responsive, and grounded amid constant demand is my goal. This path is not about optimizing myself or striving for an ideal version of calm; it is about cultivating the capacity to meet life as it is, with steadiness and care.
The elegant struggle names the reality that discipline and tenderness must coexist. There is effort here, but it is not rigid or performative. It is the ongoing practice of returning: returning to the body, to the breath, to a sense of self. Practice, in this sense, is not an achievement or a destination. It is a relationship that deepens through repetition, especially in seasons that leave little room for ideal conditions.
I understand yoga as a holistic practice rather than a purely physical one. It shows up in how we regulate our nervous systems, how we pause before reacting, and how we sustain ourselves while caring for others. The middle path is cultivated not through escape or exertion, but through small, consistent acts of attention that make steadiness possible within the busyness and complexity of real life.
Who is this for?
If you are a parent of young children and are seeking steadiness rather than solutions, you've come to the right place!
This is for those who feel the constant pull of care, responsibility, and interruption, and are looking for a way to remain grounded without adding another layer of effort or expectation. It is for parents who sense that calm is not something to achieve someday, but something to practice within the rhythm of daily life.
This practice is for anyone drawn to the middle path: those who are not seeking escape or optimization, but a steady way to meet life as it unfolds, with presence, balance, and care.
How I work
My approach is rooted in yoga-informed practices that prioritize nervous-system awareness and emotional regulation over performance or perfection. My practice is trauma-sensitive, designed to meet you where you are, and adaptable to the realities of daily life.
I emphasize accessibility and seasonality, creating practices that fit naturally into your current circumstances, energy levels, and time constraints. Sessions are offered both in person and online, so you can engage in a way that feels most supportive and sustainable for you.
This work is not about achieving an ideal or completing a checklist. It is about returning again and again to steadiness, presence, and a sense of balance within life as it actually unfolds.
