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Warrior II (Sanskrit term: Virabhadrasana II)
Last month's newsletter featured Warrior I. I opened with a reference to the meaning of the Sanskrit word for Warrior Pose as well as a warrior reference in regard to the Solar Plexus Chakra. Please refer to the archives for more. I offer the following opener from a...
Water and the Sacral Chakra
Since this month's Chakra section focuses on the element of water and the Sacral Chakra, I chose the following meditation/visualization from my own experiences. It's one I personally use adding color therapy and sea salt. I like to do this meditation while in the...
October Chakrascope
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...
Varuna 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 person...
Karma Cards, Amy Zerner and Monte Farber
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 introduce...
Cardio vs. Strength Training?
Cardio vs. Strength Training? How many of you believe that your yoga class doesn't burn as many calories as your bike ride? Contrary to a long-held belief, strength training is—as new studies have shown—superior to steady-state cardio in caloric burn. Although...
Three-Apple Applesauce
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/....
Chakra Healing Energies, Alberto Grollo
FEATURED YOGA CD I bought this CD a couple of weeks ago at my old stomping ground off State Street in Madison, WI at Mimosa's. This is still one of my absolute favorite shops even after living in the Minneapolis area for over 16 years. I love all things Chakra, as you...
Slogans
Welcome to “My Better Day” September 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...
Warrior I
Warrior I (Sanskrit terms: Virabhadrasana I) The three forms of Warrior (Virabhadrasana) are named after a powerful, auspicious warrior, Virabhadra, from Hindu history. When you perform one of the warrior poses, feel the strength of this pose and imagine yourself...
