Bringing a new life into the world is a miraculous and transformative experience. During this profound journey, the presence of a birth doula can be invaluable. Doulas offer essential physical comfort, emotional support, and valuable information, ensuring that expectant parents navigate the path to parenthood with confidence and reassurance. Providing Physical Comfort Doulas are well-versed […]
Pregnancy is a transformative journey filled with joy, anticipation, and change. It’s also a time when a woman’s body undergoes remarkable adaptations to accommodate the growing baby. One critical area that experiences significant shifts during pregnancy is the sacroiliac (SI) joint. In this blog, we’ll explore the science behind prenatal yoga, with a specific focus
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In today’s fast-paced world, where stress and anxiety often feel like unwelcome companions, finding solace in yoga is like discovering a precious gem. Beyond its physical benefits, yoga has the incredible power to heal and soothe the mind, making it a valuable tool for those battling anxiety and depression. Understanding the Connection Before we dive
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A yoga teacher’s role expands far beyond leading asana (physical practice). Teaching yoga is about connecting with your students and guiding them on a journey to wellness, both physically and mentally. As yoga teachers we hold space for our students, meeting them exactly where they are in the moment they walk into class.
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The Bhagavad Gita, often referred to as the Gita, is a 700-verse Hindu scripture that forms a part of the Indian epic Mahabharata. Written over two millennia ago, its teachings continue to resonate with people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs. The Gita is a timeless guide that offers profound insights into the art of
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Nestled high in the Guatemalan highlands, Lake Atitlán stands as a shimmering jewel cradled within the embrace of towering volcanoes and lush, terraced hillsides. These sacred lands hold potent energy and wisdom, and it is an honor to be able to visit & immerse in the local culture and ecology. A natural wonder like no
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View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize Awakened Spirit Yoga alumni and students with their babes! In Yoga, when we are invited to try a new pose, we strive to hold it mindfully, until we relax into the unfamiliarity, the uncertainty, the potential of the pose. While we are in
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Permaculture gives us a new story. An uplifting story that challenges the dominant narrative in our culture today.
Underlying the ongoing degradation of the planet is the crushing story that humans are at odds with nature. That we are ‘Bad for the Planet.” Permaculture invites us to collectively weave a new narrative. Find out more…
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WHO LOVES CHOCOLATE!!!!!!!????
Or perhaps more fitting – who doesn’t?
Guess what – chocolate happens to love us, too.
IXCacao is known as the Spirit of the Cacao Tree, Goddess of the Earth….
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Have you ever seen those beads that spiritually-inclined people tend to wear around their necks? Ever wondered what they’re all about?
Originating in Hindu and Buddhist culture, I first encountered Malas in Thailand and later again during my travels through India. I was aware they were prayer beads, similar to those used in Christianity, yet their deeper meaning escaped me on these trips.
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