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Yoga Nidra, The Art of Conscious Relaxation 🌙✨
In the gentle embrace of Yoga Nidra, find sanctuary for your soul. What is Yoga Nidra? Yoga Nidra, often referred to as “yogic sleep,” is a profound state of conscious relaxation that transcends the boundaries of ordinary relaxation techniques. Rooted in ancient yogic wisdom, it is a practice that guides you into a state between wakefulness and deep sleep—a space where the body can rest while the mind remains alert. It is a journey within, a tranquil sanctuary where stress dissolves, and the essence of profound peace is discovered. Benefits of Yoga Nidra: In the soft embrace of Yoga Nidra, discover the infinite possibilities that unfold when you allow yourself…
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The Art of Calligraphy
Calligraphy is the art of beautiful writing, often using a pen or brush to create visually stunning letters and designs. This ancient art form has roots in many cultures around the world, including Chinese, Arabic, and European traditions. Calligraphy requires patience and practice to master, but once the techniques are learned, it can be a deeply satisfying and meditative practice. One of the keys to successful calligraphy is having the right tools. This can include special pens or brushes, ink, and high-quality paper. Calligraphers often experiment with different materials and techniques to find what works best for them. Once the tools are in hand, calligraphy involves careful attention to detail…
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Tips to Prepare For Yoga Class
Yoga is a really great way to relax and de-stress. It’s important to set yourself up comfortably to be able to fully commit to the experience, and not have to deal with any worries or distractions during your practice. Preparing a few things in advance will help you to stay present and enjoy the time that you have dedicated to your yoga practice. These tips to prepare for yoga class will cover your space set up, what to prepare and how to bring a little more self-care into your yoga experience. So enjoy these tips to prepare you for your next yoga class. If you would like to join one…
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3 DAY YOGA FOR STRENGTH CHALLENGE 2-4 DEC 2020
Join me for a 3 day online yoga for strength challenge. Connect with yourself and enjoy three consecutive days of power yoga, guaranteed to wake you up and activate the circulation and energies. Dates & Times of this challenge Day 1: Wednesday 2 December 2020 Day 2: Thursday 3 December 2020 Day 3: Friday 4 December 2020 Each day from 07h30 South African time (that’s GMT+2), we’ll meet online via Zoom for an uplifting yoga class where you will have the opportunity to increase your focus and awareness through specific activation cues that will challenge and excite you. Discover the strength of body and mind as we move and breathe…
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[Updated] Crispy Keto Cheese Crackers Recipe
While trawling the internet for easy, vegetarian friendly Low Carb Keto recipes like this one, I came across this gem. Even though I like to experiment with Low Carb Keto recipes, I have to admit that I am a super lazy cook and a lover of snacks! So the easier the recipe, the better, and I have never come across a simpler recipe than this one! It literally has ONE INGREDIENT! These super easy crispy Keto Cheese Crackers are amazing and you can serve them to guests while entertaining, or stuff your face with while binge-watching TV series (my guilty indulgence!). The best part is that you can throw this together with very…
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[UPDATED] Super Fuel Bulletproof Banting Coffee
Super Fuel Bulletproof Banting Coffee recipe and variations Update: My latest version of this supercharged energy coffee has evolved into a plant-based super fuel bulletproof banting coffee that is totally vegan and perfect for banting/keto and/or intermittent fasting. Read on for all the options. Kickstart your day and your metabolism with this delicious Super Fuel Bulletproof Banting Coffee. This super-charged high fat energy coffee drink will give you the healthy boost that you need to begin your day and stay satisfied and alert all day long. Do NOT Fear Fat! Your body needs fat in order to burn fat. Think of it like fuel: feed your engine fuel, and your…
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Simple Mindfulness Technique for Yoga and Life
Yoga is not just about strength and awareness in the body. One of the best known benefits of a regular yoga practice is stimulating the connection between the physical body and the mind through poses (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama) and meditation and/or mindfulness. Perhaps you already know or have experienced that when we work with the body it will always have an effect on the mind, and vice versa. But how does this work in practice? Can you remember a time when you stubbed your toe or knocked your (not-so) “funny bone” on a wall or counter? What about just thinking about pain? Has someone ever told you about pain…
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Buddhist Retreat Centre, Ixopo
Busy. Busy. Busy. Story of my life…of your life too, perhaps… Often we express the need to “escape it all” in exasperation as the load of increasing work, economic and social pressures bear down on us a little too hard at times. We want to “get away” – to escape; and we try to…but the pressures can follow or find new ways to haunt even while exploring vibrant cities, exotic destinations, or frolicking with the family at the beach…No. If you are truly searching for a break; a time out, then one needs to travel not further away, but rather further inside. The beautiful Buddhist Retreat Centre, near the village…
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Discover Historical Noyon France
Noyon was a wonderful surprise! This unique city is rich in 2000 years of history and culture, and set in one of the most beautiful parts of Northern France. Known as Ville Sensations, Noyon is a historic and cultural gem just waiting to be discovered by the unsuspecting tourist. Noyon Cathedral The towering Cathedral is a beautiful mix of Roman and Gothic architectural styles and has an abundant historical content dating back to the 12th century and transforming over the centuries to become the magnificent edifice that we can see today. It’s free to visit the cathedral, so take your time exploring the inside and surrounds, and enjoy the peace…
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Quick and Delish! Low Carb Keto Salad
A healthy Low Carb Keto Salad is the ultimate Summer snack or light meal to keep you on track with your healthy eating habit goals. If you are a salad nut like me, you will absolutely love this fresh, healthy salad that can be whipped together in no time. This specific Low Carb Keto Salad is inspired by Middle Eastern chopped salads enjoyed throughout the region. Low Carb Keto has been my lifestyle (not diet!) for several years now. Read about my journey here and check out some of my other super simple Low Carb / Keto / Banting meal ideas here. Would you like a free printable Vegetarian and Vegan Low…
