Enhance Nutrition and Yoga

Hey beautiful community. A quick chat to say thanks!!
I have been teaching yoga now for 12 years (WOW, how time flies). I have had some time off to birth children and a little trip around our backyard. However, most of that time I have been on my mat teaching and have LOVED every moment. I have taught in some beautiful spaces and meet so many BEAUTIFUL YOGIS!!
I have always been VERY passionate about supporting a diverse range of charities. Every class I have every taken I have kept a very small portion and donated it to a different charity. So, if you have participated in one, 20 or 50 + classes you have contributed to this.. THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart!!!! The most recent is a small farm that grows it's own fruit and vegetables for orphans. They may only be small contributions but each one means something BIG to myself and others so THANKYOU. We have plenty more to GIVE 🙏

Hiya lovelies! Just putting it out there to see if anyone would be interested in a 9:15am yoga class on Thursdays Ballina??

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My Kind of Spirituality

My kind of spirituality is the kind that needs no name. It respects no rules and fits no form. It’s as unique as an evening star, and fluid as the morning mists.

My kind of spirituality doesn’t come from the pages of a book, but rises up from the depths of my soul. My sacred scriptures are written on the river currents and my favorite hymns are whispered on the wind. The forest is my church and my body is my holy temple. My favorite teachers are the birds and the trees; and among my guides are the sun, moon, and stars.

My kind of spirituality honors all prophets and respects all saints; and it recognizes truth no matter its guise. I hang out with Buddha and talk with Christ. I serve love and obey my heart. I bow before the mother earth, beauty, light, and father sky; and I think of worship as writing poetry, planting flowers, and making love.

My kind of spirituality is the kind that respects all life and knows the consciousness in all things. It’s about honoring people, beasts, the skies, and the seas at once and equally. I speak to the animals and sometimes hug the trees. I humble myself before mountains and streams, flow with the breeze, and speak directly to the sun.

My kind of spirituality is the kind that dives down deep. I see peoples’ colors and hear their vibes. I feel what others feel. I know what you’re trying to tell me even when you have no words.
I believe in the healing touch and the power of unconditional love; and I see divinity in everything.

My kind of spirituality is about being as free as the birds, grounded as the trees, and honest as the clear blue sea. My heaven is here on earth, and my hell is too. The whispers of my spirit are my pastor, priest, and cleric, and my savior is in the mirror looking back at me. In divine synchronicity I trust, in love I am purified, and in my own tears I have been baptized.

My kind of spirituality isn’t at odds with yours, whatever it may be. I love your spirit. I respect your truth. I see the light that shines from behind your eyes and I’m in awe of the beauty that you hold inside.
I’ll be your teacher if you will be mine.

My kind of spirituality is the kind that others may not always understand, but it leads me to truth as surely as the rivers run into the sea. All that really matters is that my kind of spirituality is exactly what I need it to be. My kind of spirituality is the kind that’s right for me.

©2017 Cristen Rodgers

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🌀Nicole
Sacred Wild Woman Medicine

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Hello lovely STRONG women out there!!

I am going to talk about hormones and with lockdown, homeschooling and the world in a state of chaos we are all feeling a little or ALOT imbalanced. So what impact is this having on us internally?! First let's talk a little bit about cortisol...

Cortisol is produced in response to stress. This is physical, mental and environmental stress. Increased levels stimulates the sympatheic NS ( our fight, flight system).
Elevated cortisol levels can reduce the production of thyroid stimulating hormone causing a blockage of our T4 to T3 , left untreated this can impact weight loss, increase insulin levels and lead to thyroid issues.
Keep in mind that cortisol levels that are elevated above healthy ranges can add more stress to an already stressed system. Reducing the intensity of your exercise regime will help to reduce these stressors and help your body to recover quicker This is where yoga and meditation is beneficial to individuals who are in cortisol overload.

🥬Foods that can help to lower cortisol levels include essential fats( olive oil, nuts, seeds, small wild caught fish). Fibre rich foods ( fruit, leafy greens, whole grains, legumes).
Lean proteins with every meal( lean meat, eggs, tofu, legumes, nuts and milk). Pre/Probiotics (kefir, sauerkraut, kelp, garlic, onion, legumes, leeks, bananas, nuts and seeds). WATER 2 to 3L a day especially when exercising.

💨Breathe in fresh cleansing breath, sea air and some lavender oil.

💤Rest, make sure you are getting enough rest and recovery.

What REALLY makes you HAPPY and feel GOOD???

Stay STRONG and PLEASE honour YOURSELF🙏