by: valerie cody
One of the most effective skin care rituals that I never stray from - is free. Well, free if you have a freezer. I have been doing this for over 3 years now. And it takes less than 2 minutes. It's an ice facial. Every morning, I melt two ice cubes on my face. Taking…
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An interest in yoga rarely goes very far without encountering the Ayurvedic teachings. My last blog post covered the necessity of dry brushing, an ancient technique rooted in Ayurveda. Today, I want to discuss the magic that happens when we drink water from a copper vessel - another practice found in these ancient teachings. Here…
Spring is here and today I wanted to bring you a quick and simple guide to body brushing. Who wants to shed that winter skin?! Spring is THE perfect time to start a self-care practice like body brushing, and this blog post will explain why. Using a stiff-bristled, natural fiber brush to gently stimulate the…
I've recently become aware of a balancing act in the human experience: Creation VS. Consumption. As humans, we have some innate draws: We want to know the latest 'news' and we also want to feel like we are contributing to societal needs in some way. The contribution need not be altruistic, but we crave the…
I've found that the focus of energy is my greatest power. As a human, I have the capacity to focus my mental energy; I can train my mind. My thought patterns can either bolster or deter my progress in all areas of life. Through focused thought, we can engage the power that creates worlds. This…
This may be more of a "my favorite things" roundup versus an actual gift guide. But, if you have someone in your life (maybe even you personally) who is obsessed with yoga, all things vegan, reading, and metaphysical science - whoa, you've come to the right place. Let's see. Lululemon Leggings: Don't get lost in…
Smooth, creamy, delicious and warm. That's how I like my winter beverages. If you agree, you owe it to yourself to try my recipe for Golden Magick Mylk. The ingredients are warming and healthy. The star of this drink, and the catalyst for its golden color: Turmeric. You might recognize this spice as a key…
