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Vacations in the age of Instagram
My heart was high from splashing around in the turquoise water of Hanakapi’ai Beach, two miles in on Kauai’s famed Na Pali Coast trail. I couldn’t wait to capture it all on Instagram. The waves crashed on the beach’s beautiful rocks where fresh water spilled into the ocean. I leaned down to get a better vantage point for […]
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What does it mean to be a woman?
I’m waking up from being ashamed of my body. And believe me, I didn’t think I was ashamed. For example, I’ve lived much of my life crossing my legs when I sit. It’s what women do. Society says only men spread their legs when they sit. Why? Why are some people so embarrassed to do happy baby pose […]
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Ultimate mind, body, spirit guide to healing anxiety
Thinking of times in my life I’ve had the most anxiety, one night in particular stands out. I was working a high-stress corporate job. Expectations were high, deadlines were unrealistic, and non-stop meetings prevented me from even sitting at my desk to do the work. This triggered my perfectionism big time, especially considering the corporate world worships perfectionism. Lying […]
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Here’s How The Body Stores Emotions
Disclaimer: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links and I may receive compensation if you make a purchase through them. I only recommend products I know and love! Thank you for your support. The body stores emotions, carrying the emotional memories of all our joys and all our sadness. If this sounds like […]
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How To Rest
Have you been feeling lethargic, uninspired, or unable to get out of bed in the morning? You probably need to rest. Resting isn’t something we discuss often in our hyper competitive society, but it’s an essential practice for optimal health and wellbeing. Think of your energy levels like a cup. All the things we do throughout […]
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What Are Yoga’s Yamas?
Yoga has eight limbs, the most well known of which is asana, the Sanskrit word for yoga’s physical postures. The yamas and niyamas, represent two other limbs. They offer powerful wisdom for transforming our daily struggles into peace. Eight Limbs Of Yoga: Yamas – How one relates to the world at-large Niyamas – How one […]
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What Is Kundalini Yoga?
Inside every living body, at the base of the spine, lies a latent ball of energy, coiled like a serpent. This is life energy, the energy that animates all the world, the plants and trees, you and me. It’s the heart of the universe lying inside of us, ready to heal and uplift once activated. There’s a special type […]
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Short restorative yoga sequence
Restorative yoga replenishes our energetic cups. The stress and occasional frenetic pace of life depletes our energy. This practices helps us renew and release on deep levels. You may feel fidgety at first, but stay with it and by the end, you will feel peaceful and rejuvenated. Here is a short sequence that can be done at home […]
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