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Last week, I published an interview with Superstar Nutritional Therapist, Kelsey Ale. Not only does she help people find their BEST health, but she also makes delicious Paleo desserts… So, by popular demand, I’ve managed to get the details of her infamous ‘SEXY BLACK FORREST CAKE’ With Valentine Day FAST approaching, what better way to […]
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Welcome February 2017!! Hopefully you’re “Wellness” goals are still running hot, and if they’re not; I’ve got some EXTRA inspiration from Los Angeles Nutritional Therapy Practitioner & Paleo Chef, Kelsey Ale. Last month, while I was visiting the City of Angels, I had the rare opportunity to catch up link up with this stunning lady, […]
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This week, I headed out to a well known Satyananda Ashram in Rocklyn, Victoria. For those unfamiliar with the term, it’s pretty much a secluded dwelling planted in an {often} hindu style learning environment centered around the world of yoga.The DEEPER world. I’m not just talking about the ‘Asana’ (poses) you see on the mat here, […]
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We might be FULL of energy in our daily lives, but on holiday that high octane can be quickly zapped with a combination of sleep deprivation, alcohol, travel, dehydration, sickness and of course, jetlag. As a seasoned traveller, my TOP FIFTEEN TIPS (ten just wasn’t enough!) for staying SUPERCHARGED are here to be shared: TRAVEL […]
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Christchurch is probably BEST known to most as the “Garden City” of the South Island in New Zealand; but best known to ME, as home ❤ Although it shaped my youth and feel like I know it like the back of my hand, it’s ALWAYS changing, and when I was there a few weeks ago, […]
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Following on from “Ahimsa” (non-violence) as posted a few weeks back, it is believed that the five Yama’s should be followed in numerical order to purify one towards the final stage of Ashtanga yoga; spiritual enlightenment (Samadhi). “As truthfulness is achieved, the results of the Yogi’s actions naturally result according to the will of the Yogi” […]
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I may not be a psychiatrist or counselor; but I AM however, a professional on becoming lost – and finding a positive new direction. “Getting lost is not a waste of time; to travel is to Evolve” -Pierre Bernard I’m not talking about just geographically (though I’m good at that too) here, although sometimes I […]
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Originating from India, Yoga is not exactly new science. However, with the trending “wellness” theme replacing pure fitness, it is definitely something that is becoming more popular by the day. If you’re new to yoga (often translated simple as “union”), the whole scene can be one big, confusing “I think I’ll just download the app”. […]
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Yoga is more than just the Asana or postures on the mat. When studied at depth, it is broken down into Pantanjali’s eight limbs or branches, where part one, is focused on the Yama’s. To simplify this, a “Yama” (five in total), is an ethical practice one must adhere to in accordance with the yogic lifestyle. Consequently, […]
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I’ve spent much of the past 6 years traveling, with the longest “home” ground lasting all of 9 months at any one time. While a life of transit can be unsettling; it also throws down some amazing opportunities to learn, grow and become all the more stronger. Here’s what I’ve learned and how I relate […]
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