by Sandy | Sep 30, 2010 | Newsletter, Off-the-Wall Musings
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...
by Sandy | Sep 29, 2010 | Empower Your Yoga Practice, Newsletter
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...
by Sandy | Sep 28, 2010 | Magic of Yoga and Meditation
The Solar Plexus Chakra (one of the two focus chakras highlighted in the Chakrascope below) is related to the fire element which is why I chose the following meditation this month. Strike a match* and hold it a foot away from you and look at the flame. Be aware of the...
by Sandy | Sep 27, 2010 | 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...
by Sandy | Sep 26, 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 example, if a person...
by Sandy | Sep 25, 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 listening!” “Tell me more!” I hope you enjoy as I introduce...
by Sandy | Sep 24, 2010 | Healthy News
HEALTHY NEWS Stressed out skin? Stress is one of the main causes of acne. Calming yoga poses can combats stress and promote circulation to the face! We all know that yoga can help with a host of ailments, from promoting weight loss to alleviating depression. But what...
by Sandy | Sep 23, 2010 | Delicious Recipes À la Christine, Newsletter
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/....
