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 […]
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By Courtney Elmes Indigenous perspectives have held the balance for eons: the recognition that we are extensions of the Earth; that plants and animals are our relatives; that we are inherently connected to nature. In the beginning days of our Sacred Earth 200 HR Yoga Teacher Training in Guatemala (the first teacher training I
By Courtney Elmes If we are extensions of the world, and the world is an extension of us, it makes sense that we feel hurt as Mother Earth hurts too. For something that gives us life, sustains us and that we merge into after death… to see this being destroyed and disrespected on a
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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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By Courtney Elmes In recent years, I have been exploring how the intersections of Sacred Earth practices and Climate Activism interweave and balance out. What is obvious to me now, though perhaps worlds apart for some, is that both come together naturally, entwining with ease when one cares deeply for the Earth. First, to dive
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Becoming a yoga teacher trainer is a significant achievement that requires a lot of hard work, dedication, and experience. Start with a foundational yoga teacher training: To become a yoga teacher trainer, you must first become a certified yoga teacher. This requires completing a foundational yoga teacher training program, which typically involves 200-500 hours of
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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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Embarking on such a journey with the unique and genuine souls I was surrounded by was such a pleasure amongst these teachings. As one of the most wholesome periods of my life thus far, it set me up on a path to places I can envision with so much clarity in the future. One of my intentions was to find more direction and I now know I’m becoming ever closer to my calling as I seek to maintain that inner peace we’re all so fond of.
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