Raw cold- pressed coconut oil has many health benefits.  This oil contains no cholesterol and actually lowers cholesterol levels . When you give your body good fat, it has no reason to hold on to the “bad” fat.  Coconut oil also stimulates thyroid function and contains pregnenolone; a powerful antioxidant. Because it restores thyroid function, […]

~This could also be titled: Why we pick the wrong partners, because truly this goes for both sexes~ Yes, we are truly at fault because we pick them ourselves. Rather than victims, we’ve been volunteers. My 20’s and 30’s were spent dating wonderful men that I remain friends with to this day, yet my 40’s […]

It was during a black out one late June evening when clarity flashed brightly through my mind. The power went out in my small foothill filled city of Boulder Colorado a few years ago and the subsequent silence was deafening. Although we had no radio or TV on at the time, the incredible silence that permeated […]

When my Daily Transformations clients ask me how to make the changes in their lives they’ve been wanting to make, I tell them one of their first key action steps is to actually step out and walk daily.  Sounds simple, but believe me, this is one important piece of advice when it comes to making over […]

Since it’s summer our gardens are exploding, let’s explore the benefits of mint and I’ll share 2 easy ways to get mint into your diet. *Mint has long been recognized for it’s ability to ease an upset stomach; but did you know that it also soothes the digestive track and eases irritable bowel syndrome? *Amazingly, […]

Don’t make the mistake of discounting your own intuition.  Sometimes we talk ourselves out of our own truth in the name of compassion! []

Ever have a hard time with someone you work with or must deal with on a regular basis? Sure,  you may have justifiable reasons to struggle; but at the end of the day this stress hurts your health and upsets your well being. My favorite trick? Imagine them as a perfect new born baby. This […]

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Feeling triggered, angry, upset or anxious? Track where in your body you feel sensation. Then look left and right 20 times. Track it again and repeat until the sensation and emotion subside. This activates your parasympathetic nervous system and will reduce your emotional response immediately. xo ~photo by wallpaperimage.com

She stood over me spraying her yoga mat from shoulder height with tea tree oil.  Not only was she inadvertently spraying it all over my mat; but also all over my shoulders and hair. While I do enjoy using tea tree oil for cleaning and love the smell for it’s antiseptic qualities; I definitely do […]

Feeling a bit overheated this summer? Collect a few flat river rocks and put them in your freezer.  Once they’re cold, slip them under your feet, behind your back or on your stomach. They’re not biting cold and wet like an ice pack, and not only do they do the trick, but last a long […]

We vent to one another that the world has gotten too fast and too busy.  We complain that the “good old days” when life was slower and we were more connected are gone. Yoga teaches us to be here now in this moment, yet most people I know wish for a past when life seemed […]

The faster life moves, the further away we get from our senses…. and our senses are what gives our life that Za Za zoom! We  use our vision, our hearing and our taste buds daily, but when was the last time you really relished in your sense of smell? Take a moment today and sniff […]

Having trouble with reoccurring illness or candida?  Often times the underlying cause is heavy metals.  Cilantro has been proven to be a natural and effective detoxifier. How to eat it?  Well, if Nettles pesto tastes good, so will cilantro pesto.  Only use organic cilantro as it’s so effective in pulling out heavy metals, it will […]

Get yourself some Mala beads, sit quietly and close your eyes. Put one bead between your fingers and say something you’re grateful for and then move another bead between your fingers and repeat. After 108 gratitudes, you’ll feel estatic and your day will unfold in sweet alignment with your joy. xo

Why is it so many American cities are trying to drive color and anything out of the ordinary, right out of town?  It’s as though we’re all being bleached to basic beige and the home owner’s association approved shade of tan. We go on vacations and fondly remember the food, views, colors, local clothing, architecture […]

Why spend the extra money for Sea Salt vs. good old fashioned table salt? It’s well worth it and here’s why: Sea salt comes from natural sea water that is evaporated. It’s from the sea. Regular salt is mined from land surface minerals and then refined. Sea salt contains natural minerals such as iron, iodine, […]

I know you’re thinking: she’s really gone off the deep end now hasn’t she? Yet if you love pesto, you’ll love this recipe. Those annoying stinging nettles have fantastic health properties and once you realize how mineral rich they are, you may consider trying my recipe. Nettles have been studied for their effects on prostate […]

Via Elephant Journal 1. Because most of the time we’re being critical of our own bodies in front of the mirror, it’s a relief when you turn us away from them. 2. We’re so grateful for the peace that finally comes to us after Savasana, please don’t advertise your studio announcements or your class offerings […]

I believe our generation has become adept at gorilla warfare cloaked in lululemon bag cliche’s. I recently had a negative interaction with someone in my community.  Although I hoped to communicate face to face, this person chose email. What bothered me most about this interaction was not so much the biting emails or our disagreement, […]

Plant a garlic clove next to your roses and gift your soil with sulfur as well as other minerals and enzymes that roses love.  Garlic acts as an insect repellent and protects against black spots.  Any member of the allium family such as chives, leeks, onions or shallots will do the trick. Now if only […]

Did you know that planting Marigolds in your garden makes your vegetables flourish? The strongly scented foliage and flowers repel insects and the secretions from their roots inhibit weeds and parasitic worms called nematodes that destroy crops. xo

It’s a vibrant sign of spring when violets begin to blanket the countryside with their wonderful purple color and scent. I’m always feeling extra creative when my yard starts to show signs of purple.  Did you know that these violet beauties have been used as edibles since Roman times and are rich in medicinal properties?  […]

I built my first raised bed garden this weekend and was a bit sheepish to realize I hadn’t accounted for the amount of soil I was going to have to buy to fill the space!  Opps~forgot that detail. I was thrilled to learn that by adding a few layers of hay like a giant pan […]

I managed to fool two carnivore males and one amazing food blogger and chef Laura Levy on Friday night with my all raw strawberry crepe recipe. No sugar, dairy or wheat in this recipe.  Make it for your children or even eat it for breakfast.  It’s rich in nutrients, protein and enzymes. Strawberry Crepes: Crepe […]

Here’s a wonderful way to help facilitate your springtime cleanse with seaweed and kale. From Wikipedia: Hijiki is a traditional food and has been a part of a balanced diet in Japan for centuries. Hijiki is known to be rich in dietary fibre and essential minerals such as calcium, iron and magnesium. According to Japanese […]