Mahasirs Mudra to relieve tension

by | Nov 9, 2010 | 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...

Water Crystal Oracle

by | Nov 8, 2010 | Featured Card Deck and Quote

I love affirmations and use “oracle” decks to provide a positive boost in the morning or whenever I need a lift. It’s my way of telling the Universe I’m open to listening to their message: “Have at it!” “I’m...

Yoga relieves the symptoms of clinical depression

by | Nov 7, 2010 | Healthy News

HEALTHY NEWS Yoga relieves the symptoms of clinical depression! Increasing evidence indicates that regular practice of yoga is effective in reducing stress and its effects and even appears to relieve the symptoms of clinical depression.  Researchers have found that...

Butternut Squash Soup

by | Nov 6, 2010 | 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/. ...

Tropical Meditation

by | Nov 5, 2010 | Featured Yoga Music/DVD

FEATURED YOGA MUSIC Last month’s CD was one I bought in September at my old stomping ground off State Street in Madison, WI at Mimosa’s.  I’ll repeat my sentiment from last month: This is still one of my absolute favorite shops even after living in the Minneapolis...

Choose to be lucky

by | Oct 31, 2010 | Newsletter, Off-the-Wall Musings

Welcome to “My Better Day” October newsletter! Each month, “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 deep wish for your...