by Sandy | Feb 24, 2012 | Hand Mudra
Mudra means “seal” in Sanskrit. It’s a symbolic or ritual gesture using primarily the hands. Each position is believed to have a specific effect. Specific positions can lead to specific states of consciousness symbolized by the hand positions. For example, if a...
by Sandy | Feb 23, 2012 | Healthy News
HEALTHY NEWS Scientific studies have shown that real relaxation and yoga nidra helps with a variety of physical and mental problems. It can boost your immune system, lower blood pressure, and decrease pain. Here you’ll find some answers to frequently asked questions...
by Sandy | Feb 22, 2012 | Delicious Recipes À la Christine
One of my dearest friends cooks, bakes, and grills like a professional chef. She loves to chop vegetables, says things like “ramekins” and has her own tablecloth named after her—The Christine—for purchase at The Palate in Stockholm, WI: http://www.thepalate.net/. ...
by Sandy | Feb 21, 2012 | Featured Yoga Music/DVD
FEATURED YOGA MUSIC Real Relaxation Yoga Nidra CD by Julie Lusk This month I suggested using Final Relaxation / Savasana as your magic portal—opening to the magic available to you when you find deep relaxation. In the “Meditation On The Go” section, I highlighted Yoga...
by Sandy | Dec 30, 2011 | Off-the-Wall Musings
“My Better Day” newsletter contains tips for your yoga practice, yoga quotes to bring yoga off the mat and into your life, affirmations to brighten your day and motivate, and more! It is my wish for your well-being that I send this newsletter to help make your day a...
by Sandy | Dec 29, 2011 | Empower Your Yoga Practice
This time of year we are “bridging” into the New Year, opening to our heart’s desires. In the Northern hemisphere, it is also a time of possible seasonal depression from lack of sunlight. I chose this pose with both in mind. Enjoy Benefits: Strengthens: Glutes,...
by Sandy | Dec 28, 2011 | Magic of Yoga and Meditation
A HeartMath Tip: Take five minutes several times a day, whether or not you’re feeling especially stressed, to try these simple steps adapted from the HeartMath Attitude Breathing® tool. • Focus on your heart as you breathe in. • Concentrate on a positive feeling or...
by Sandy | Dec 27, 2011 | Chakrascope ~ Your Vital Energy Centers
If you are familiar with chakras, then you can tell from my logo that I love chakras. The rainbow-colored spheres within my logo are representative of the chakra system within the body. If you are unfamiliar, here’s a quick lesson: There are seven energy centers...
