A wholesome comfort food recipe.. with lots of energy-giving broccoli.. perfect as a light meal after yoga.. http://www.yogajournal.com/recipe/recipes/creamy-broccoli-soup/
Changing the world from within
Spring is in the air and this is a great time for setting new intentions and reviving old intentions that may have dropped off along the way. With the days becoming brighter, maybe even some new life outside, this can be a good time to channel some positive energy into helping yourself and others. Sometimes…
Living together with nature in Kolkata
I came across this article and was struck by not only the photo’s but how well this illustrates the need to live in harmony with nature. Here’s hoping the wetlands remain. http://www.theguardian.com/cities/2016/mar/09/kolkata-wetlands-india-miracle-environmentalist-flood-defence
That time of the year again..
This seems particularly relevant to this time of the year.. slow down .. and enjoy .. http://www.flowmagazine.nl/quotes-that-inspired-us/slow.html
Meditation.. also in schools
An interesting article on benefits of meditation in a school in the US.. http://www.theguardian.com/teacher-network/2015/nov/24/san-franciscos-toughest-schools-transformed-meditation
Write it down! Let it out!
A short while ago I bought a diary, somehow wanting to get back to writing thoughts down as I used a long time ago. Somehow there is something very therapeutic about putting thoughts to paper .. you get to let them out and then let them go.. my new diary was full of motivational thoughts…
Ginger & turmeric tea
Ginger and turmeric tea.. just perfect for when you feel under the weather.. I added a cinnamon stick for additional flavour.. http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-15598/a-detoxifying-turmeric-tea-to-relieve-inflammation.html
Autumn is here..
Autumn is definitely here.. leaves outside on the pavement.. and a chill in the air and for some reason the change in season feels really good this year, like turning a corner. Change can be tough but also good.. sometimes it’s nice to take a bit of time for yourself.. and be kind to yourself….
Autumn smoothie..
Pumpkins & squashes are full of good stuff and also beautifully bright and colourful.. a tasty drink to try: http://www.renskroes.com/spicy-pumkin-smoothie/
Getting back into good habits… continued
Ever noticed how your life becomes busier and in an attempt to keep up, you start to drop some of the small things which give you pleasure? Perhaps it was just taking a stroll around the block in the evening or allowing yourself the time to lounge with a coffee ..? For me it was…