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Hero / Heroin Pose / (Sanskrit term: Virasana)
I chose this pose to highlight the opening theme about "being your own hero". This pose is also used as a meditation posture which makes it a perfect pose to meditate on being your own hero. Benefits: Improves circulation to the pelvis and in the feet Loosens thighs,...
Strike a Match
Strike a Match The solar plexus chakra highlighted in this newsletter is associated with the element of fire. Flame meditations are good ways to start your practice at home. Always use caution when working with an open flame! Using a match to start has the added...
Chakra: Solar Plexus (Sanskrit term: Manipura)
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...
Ahamkara Mudra / Sanskrit: I-maker
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...
Yoga Therapy for eating disorders
HEALTHY NEWS This newsletter’s healthy news focuses on eating disorders and the benefits of yoga. (Scroll down below for the healthy news.) This subject is near and dear to a good friend of mine, the owner (bac when this post was first posted) of Krista Artista...
Greek Quinoa or Couscous Salad
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/. ...
Self-Esteem CD by Steve Halpern
FEATURED YOGA MUSIC Since this newsletter is focusing on being your own hero, and increasing your belief in yourself, I knew exactly which CD I’d be highlighting! My favorite sound therapy artist used to be featured on my products page with other beautiful CDs --...
“Create your own magical realities and when truth comes and knocks on your door you can invite her into your enchanted world.” ~ Sweetpea fairy
“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...
Final Relaxation / Corpse pose (Sanskrit term: Savasana)
Since I opened with sharing my favorite magic portal as a child, I decided this was the perfect time to share my favorite magic portal as yoga teacher. Savasana is one of the most important poses in your yoga practice and it is often said that this is where the...
Feeling stressed lately? Try Yoga Nidra!
One of the many benefits of Yoga is reduced stress and a relaxed and clear mind. Read on as I highlight unique ways to use Yoga for stress relief and relaxation! “The antidote to stress is relaxation. To relax is to rest deeply. This rest is different from sleep. ...
