The World Is Your Mirror

Courtney Somer

Everything in the universe is energy. You are energy, so are your emotions, thoughts and words. These energies hold a vibration, which flow out into the world and constitute the field that surrounds you.

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The Opportunity in Mercury Retrograde

Courtney Somer

Mercury is going retrograde for the 2nd time this year, taking place on June 26th and lasting until July 20th. Reading up on my monthly horoscope, I noted the usual warnings that come with this time period including communication breakdowns, delays and frustrations. But instead of thinking of it as burdens and mishaps, I suggest looking at it as an opportunity, because really that is what Mercury is offering you.

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All is well

“All is well, and you will never get it done. Life is supposed to be fun. No one is taking score of any kind, and if you will stop taking score so much, you will feel a whole lot better.

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6 Ways To Balance Your Second Chakra For Creativity & Abundance

Dana Claudat

Creativity, abundance, feeling sexy, being loved, being fertile and being energized: they all sound great, right? Well, the energy of life-giving creativity, sexuality and even financial prowess are all situated in the same area according to holistic medicine and energy healing. Here is feng shui inspiration to open up your second chakra if you feel blocked in your creative and abundant power.

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Simple Yoga Mudras to Evoke Change, Clarity or Manifestation

Courtney Somer

The hands are seen as magic wands in the body, and the bridge between heaven and earth. They have both the power of creation and the ability to manifest. Each area of the hand corresponds to different emotions and behaviors and are a map of energy of our health and consciousness.

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Meditation for Health Head to Toe

Courtney Somer

Seems a lot of people are sick these days with ailments ranging from allergies to stress related aches and pains. This is a simple meditation for overall health as it stimulates every organ to greater vitality. The breath and arm rotation energize and perk up all aspects of the body, including the brain. A great meditation to do when pregnant as well.

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Time For Remembrance

Healthy Habits with Elena Brower

Courtney Somer

We chatted with the beautiful Elena Brower – founder of  VIRAYOGA, co-author of Art of Attention, coach with the Handel Group and devoted Mama. The yoga legend with over 16 years experience of teaching everywhere from MOMA to Burning Man, shares her Healthy Habits and how she balances it all.

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The Obstacle is the Path

Leo Babauta

Often we’re discouraged because of some tough challenge or obstacle in our way. But a shift in mindset from a Zen proverb can change everything: “The obstacle is the path.” The obstacle isn’t something standing in our way. It’s the way itself.

That might seem strange, so let’s look at a few examples.

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7 Things Everyone Should Know About Creativity

Dana Claudat

Creativity is a major part of everyone’s life. There is no way to say “I am just not creative.”  I used to think that only artists are “creative,” and that is not true. You may not consider yourself artistic, but intrinsically, by the nature of the fact that you are alive, you are creative. Increasing your creativity will enhance your whole life. Here are seven ideas regarding creativity- and increasing that energy- that may just convince you to embrace your creative nature.

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Patti Smith’s Advice To The Young