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Expanding Horizons in April

This year I have been expanding my horizons on every level.

I did a 21 day mantra challenge with Deva Premal and Miten.  It took me more like 28 days but that's cool, I completed it.  Not only completed it but actively went looking for more.  That brought me to the gayatri mantra which I have chanted enough now, that it came to mind as I woke up this morning. I didn't recite it a 108 times but I am a firm believer in starting small.  One of my favourite quotes is "If you build it they will come." from  Field of Dreams..circa old.  I can feel the energy building and while it is scary it is also very positive.

Got my first 12 hours of shiatsu training last month....at Casa Ananda right here in Las Peñitas!


I remember first being introduced to shiatsu in Vancouver in the late 90's.  I can add it as a compliment in my thai yoga massages because I am already pressing most of the points and I can add a couple extra.  I have been practicing on myself.

Which brings me to nightly foot massages.... I have been giving them to myself in accordance with my ayurvedic daily routine.  They already feel better....my feet and all my concerns.

Join me in May and see what we're up to...Lots of great workshops coming in May.  Follow me on Facebook for more updates.




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