Asana: Practice “Dolphin Dog” and “Dolphin Stand”. Clasp hands and place your elbows on the floor shoulder width apart. Lift the knees and hips like Downward Dog Pose. Build strength by holding the pose longer and lifting one leg at a time up. Go near a wall and kick up to Dolphin Stand. Continue to build strength and open shoulders in Dolphin Stand by lowering your head to the ground then lifting up again. The Planet: Get rid of all household cleaning products that contain toxins and synthetics. You can make natural cleaning products with ingredients such as vinegar, baking soda, and tea tree oil. Here are 8 recipes. Inspiration: “Go out into the world today and love the people you meet. Let your presence light new light in the hearts of people. ~Mother Teresa
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Live Vibrantly – February
Asana: Practice Adho Mukha Vrksasana (Handstand). Begin a daily practice of this pose and begin building your capacity to hold it. Many in the community are already holding the pose 1 minute. We are working up to 2:12 this year. Not practicing this pose yet? Not to worry, get more comfortable holding your own weight by turning your downward dog on it’s side! Come into downward dog with your feet at the wall, walk your hands closer to the wall and step one foot up the wall, then the other. Weight baring will help to both strengthen you and open your shoulders. Have fun! The Planet: If you haven’t already, find ways to reduce waste. Refrain from plastic water bottle and disposable coffee/tea cups. Inspiration: Look for the beauty everywhere! “The more we can see the magic in one thing, a tiny flower, a mango, someone we love, then the […]
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