I'm sure you've felt the shift occur inside of you at the times in your life where you paused to give thanks. Not only are there the incredible peace inducing effects that we can immediately sense, but there is plenty of science that shows holding and expressing gratitude is linked to less physical stress and anxiety. Mental and emotional stress are taxing on the adrenal glands and not only can this stress wreak havoc on you physically, but it can snowball, thereby giving way to even more ... Read the Post
8 Wonderful Ways to Let Gratitude Flow (+ How to Make Gratitude Tea!)
Your Guide to Creating a Morning Yoga Ritual
Yoga: Ultimate Mind-Body Wellness I have been teaching yoga for two decades now and practicing for even longer, so when it comes to touting its benefits I may be a bit biased. I have to say though, it's starting to seem that there are more people these days practicing yoga, than not practicing yoga. It's not surprising really - yoga has been around for several thousands of years; its roots are in India’s pre-Vedic era. It was in the 1850’s that its use was brought to the attention of the more ... Read the Post
Mindful Meditation: Create a Serene Room Aesthetic for Meditation
For those seeking a little home based heaven, there’s no better option for creating Zen vibes than with a meditation room. A dedicated retreat space will promote daily reflection, yoga and peace practicing. Ready to design a Namaste nest that will leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed? Here are a few tips for creating a serene sanctuary in your own abode: When selecting the right room to practice chants and breathing, it’s important to pick a ... Read the Post
Tips for Growing Plants Indoors
Connecting with nature feels magnificent. It’s restorative and allows you to step outside your busy life for a while and breathe. But there are already so many demands to juggle, work, study, family, that getting some nature time often falls off the to-do list. The good news is that you don’t need to commit to a weekend hike in the mountains to reconnect with nature. It can be a quick, restorative check-in that’s easy to integrate into your day. Try one of these suggestions right now to get a ... Read the Post
Ideas for Creative Vacation Photos (+Our Lakeside Vacation!)
The following photos are ones I have discovered on my camera that I had nearly forgotten about! They were so far up the list of photos that I hadn't scrolled through in such a long while. So I figured that now is the time to get them posted, and I am embarking upon a full-on mission to begin blogging past family photos. It was a couple of years ago that these photos were taken, and we had decided it was time for a lakeside vacation. We don't feel the need to get away often, but it was ... Read the Post
Bring the Outdoors Indoors & Green Things Up
Does spring time call forth the need for a home makeover? It sure does for us - and our spring seems to be making an early appearance this year. Especially now, I love to decorate by going green and adding a whole lot of nature elements, and bring the outdoors, indoors. We've already been doing a massive clean out, with three large trips to the thrift store to drop things off. This is also a good time to invest in some energy saving, eco-friendly changes! I am looking around as I write this ... Read the Post
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