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You determine your boundaries. You determine what to get rid of in your life. That is the power of the solar plexus chakra!
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...
Mudra for Inner Integrity
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...
Dharma Cards by Priya Hemenway
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 listening!” “Tell me more!” I hope you enjoy as I...
Can Meditation Help Your Heart?
HEALTHY NEWS Can Meditation Help Your Heart? A mind-body practice long used to calm the mind, meditation may benefit your heart. Although research on meditation and heart health is fairly limited, some studies suggest that taking up a meditation practice may boost...
Sautéed Swiss chard
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/. ...
Spa Sessions / Healing Collection V
FEATURED YOGA MUSIC Remember that Yoga Therapy training I mentioned in the opener? Well I bought a series of CDs at the YogaFit® Mind-Body Conference held here in the Twin Cities earlier in June. This one is Spa Sessions / Healing. This CD is also available as “The...
“Dorothy: Did you say something? Tin Woodsman: [indiscernible sounds from the Tin Man, who is rusted] Dorothy: He said oil can!
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 wish for your well-being that I send this newsletter to help make...
Cat Pose (Marjaryasana) / Cow Pose (Bitilasana) and Side-to-Side Stretch (Anyonya Paksa Nayana)
As the “Yoga Quote” above mentions, I often refer to Cat/Cow pose as “my Tin Man pose” since it’s like the oil can in The Wizard of Oz. It warms and lubricates the spine giving it flexibility. This is a great pose to do every day. Cat Pose (Sanskrit term: ...
Manifest Grace One Day at a Time
Manifest Grace One Day at a Time: At the place where you relate to your Creator in the morning, place a sign that reads, “This Day Will I Be Graceful?” That day you will be graceful because you have asked the question and the answer is, “You Will!” It should...
Both physically and energetically, working with your root chakra grounds you and builds inner strength—strength for YOUR hero’s journey.
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...
