Love is good for the heart... so is yoga --- especially when you open the Heart Chakra. By opening the Heart Chakra you will instantly increase your self respect. You will open yourself up to allow love, and you will gain a positive outlook on life. To open our Heart Chakra we have to know what throws it off balance: Difficulty in relationships, attempting to live … [Read more...]
Lesson to Learn from Elephants
If you were opening my presents Christmas Day you would see a common theme... Elephants! My family got the memo on my minor obsession with these gentle giants. Their intelligence, instincts and family values has captivated me and I believe they have such a great message. Here are 5 facts we can learn from elephants and apply to our everyday life. 1. Elephants are born … [Read more...]
Ease Holiday Stress with These Four Yoga Poses
It's the most wonderful time of the year, also the most indulgent time of the year! Between the cookies and cocktails you might be feeling a little, how should I put this, BLAH! Here's a few yoga asanas to help cure the most common holiday alignments. Feeling a little bloated? Try Dhanurasana. This pose will help massage your internal organs. Lie on your stomach, hands … [Read more...]
Fall Favorites From Heidi’s Kitchen
When it's a blustery cool day in Florida, it's a perfect day for making apple cider and pumpkin chocolate chip cookies - with an all natural and vegan twist! I decided to make hot apple cider in my grandmothers cauldron and vegan pumpkin chocolate chip cookies. Here are the recipes so you can try them for yourself! Hot Apple Cider No need for store bought cider! Dump a bunch … [Read more...]
Men and Yoga: Why Guys Should Roll Out a Mat
Until recent history yoga was practiced strictly by men but now a days, in the US especially, the majority of classes are filled with women. This should be an obvious reason why a single guy should stumble into class, but there are also major benefits for men who practice yoga. Here are 5 reasons why you should include yoga into your exercise routine. 1. You Will Reduce Stress … [Read more...]