By Amy Rutherford Eating Psychology Coach I have another simple yet delicious recipe for you all this month! I love how versatile it can be, and how you can use whatever is available to you already in your house. It’s … Continue reading
By Amy Rutherford Eating Psychology Coach I know that last month I said I’d be discussing the toxic nutritional belief: “If only I looked a certain way, then I’d be happy.” However, something has happened recently that has my interest … Continue reading
I found myself craving a cool, refreshing smoothie the other day and happened to have the above already in my house (yay for not having to go to the store)! Just throw it all in a blender for a minute … Continue reading
By Amy Rutherford Eating Psychology Coach Today I’d love to discuss yet another toxic nutritional belief: “The perfect diet” We are constantly bombarded by so many different diets: paleo, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, grain-free, high-fat/low-carb, Atkins, Weight Watchers…the list goes … Continue reading
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calendar June 30, 2016
WOW!!! I am so excited to share my latest Joyful Find with you all. Asutra Yoga Mat Cleaner is AMAZING!!! For the first time ever my yoga mat looks and feels completely clean. I teach classes all day and have … Continue reading
“I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not the one who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.” – Nelson Mandela For me, Warrior pose … Continue reading
By Amy Rutherford Eating Psychology Coach in Training Hello, everyone! I’m extremely excited to be a guest blogger here. I have taken Debra’s classes for 7 years and love them, and am thrilled to be a part of her amazing … Continue reading
After the birth of my fourth child, I had lost all core strength and my bladder was on a “no jumping allowed” status – even sneezing was cause for concern for me. Adding Boat Pose into my daily yoga practice … Continue reading
Try these super yummy, family tested banana protein pancakes for breakfast, lunch, dinner or take one for a snack. All four of my children loved them and were amazed at how filling they are. I added extra protein powder for … Continue reading
WOW! Do I LOVE this Salsa. It tastes amazing, the ingredients are all organic and it only has 2 carbs and 1 sugar per serving. My entire family loves it. Add it to avocados for easy guacamole, pour on top … Continue reading
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calendar December 3, 2015
The first time I tried on “yoga sandals”, I had two thoughts, why would anyone want to wear these and holy moly they hurt my feet. What I now know is that they are truly “yoga” for the feet and … Continue reading
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calendar December 3, 2015
I never thought that I would notice so quickly how much softer, and bright my skin could be until I tried Nourish products and the Organic Face Cleanser. Most amazing part, my hubby even noticed a change in my skin. … Continue reading
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calendar December 3, 2015
As a busy Mom, I LOVE when I find a super tasty, gluten free mix that my kiddos will eat and that I can take to parties and friends and they enjoy as well. Just add shredded carrots, nuts and … Continue reading
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calendar December 1, 2015
Joyful Find #1 Dannon Oikos TRIPLE ZERO Greek Yogurt Finally a yogurt company has created a Greek yogurt that is truly good for my kids and they LOVE it – Dannon got this one right! My biggest selling point for … Continue reading
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calendar June 30, 2015
Life Equals® is a progressive wellness brand, born here in KC and we believe a better you creates a better world. Life Equals® is a one-for-one company that makes wellness simple, personal & consistent. We offer premium vitamin and supplement … Continue reading
Joyful Breath Yoga presents Journey of Inspiration Retreat. Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive. – Howard Thurman ALIVE is … Continue reading
Transformation and Christian Yoga Teaching, instructing, and training others in the business of physical transformation; I have learned that not only do we have to train for the transformation we desire in our physical bodies, but there is a transformation … Continue reading
Yoga brings calm to a busy life! My wife and I have a busy life with 4 small children. Both of us work full time jobs, so finding time to exercise isn’t easy. Rushing off to a gym or even … Continue reading
All of us have “soul contracts” with specific people designed to cross our paths, but when the contract is a major one (needing extra assurance that we can’t miss or avoid it) we often agree to “marry” the individual or … Continue reading
Hmmmmm………Breathe! I am amazed and scared at how much my mother does not remember. I once heard when children are little you need to tell them something 3 times before they understand. They need time to process the meaning. I … Continue reading
Hmmm…Only one melt down and one head wound! Debra talked about letting go during her Friday Hatha class and asked everyone to set an intention to let go of something that does not serve you. I knew immediately what I … Continue reading
My Greatest Teacher. As I procrastinated getting out of bed this morning, dreading the inevitable I began to think about my twins when they were infants; giving them 2 bathes each day, going through countless diapers, multiple messy feedings and … Continue reading
Online Yoga – How my family benefits. Prenatal Yoga: Online yoga has been a lifesaver during my pregnancy. The farther along I progress through my pregnancy, the more hit or miss my energy levels have been. Having the … Continue reading
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calendar January 15, 2014
My week from God’s point of view. This past week while heading back home from dropping my son off at a friend’s house, a car suddenly pulled out in front of me from an exit ramp. I t-boned her car … Continue reading
Journey of Joy 2013 Hi Friends, I am Anitha, writing a blog on our Journey of Joy Yoga Retreat – 2013. It was a ten day magical retreat with Mithra Amaran, Ashok Amaran, Debra O’Bryan, Thomas Seck, Raina Shanks, Julee … Continue reading
To say that I am forever changed by my journey through India is putting it mildly. This being my first time out of the U.S., I had my first “you’re not in Kansas anymore Debra” moment when I got off the … Continue reading
We began this Journey in Delhi, all arriving at the Airport. We all received our handcrafted gifts before starting our Journey towards Agra to see the majestic beauty of the Taj Mahal. In Agra, we took in the wonder of … Continue reading
Debra and Tom approached me about Joyful Breath Yoga in an effort to demonstration how their program could be a success for a competitive cyclist. I had heard about the professional athletes they were helping with their programs and was … Continue reading
Coming to the end of these last 12 weeks, I have experienced such a drastic, personal change as a result of my yoga practice. It is evident that the conclusion of these last 12 weeks is merely the beginning of … Continue reading
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calendar May 6, 2013
You’ve heard it said a million times, at least: Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. The truth of the message can get lost in the repetition of it. But, breakfast really is the most important meal of … Continue reading
Yoga is good for you. Its benefits are varied, long lasting, and wide ranging: *Physically, it can be demanding or gentle, whatever your needs. *Internally, it massages organs and is good for your heart and lungs. *Mentally, it provides a … Continue reading
This original recipe was from Cooking Light. It sounded tasty, but I wanted to tweak some of the ingredients for our family of Type A and AB blood types. What I love best about it is that it tastes good … Continue reading
1) As Major Carl Stratton said in a “Celebrate your Pose!” Video: “you won’t have to necessarily go to a studio with a bunch of strange women”! Ha! Much love to all the “strange women” out there who embrace Yoga … Continue reading