Trusting the Universe

This universe has quite the sense of humor [and it seems to have a special affinity for me.] One of my greatest lessons has been about truly Trusting the Universe despite all of the twists and turns it brings.

N A M A S T EHelen MagnaniDecember 17, 2014Be Yourself, Happiness, Trust, The Universe, Spread the Light, Self ImprovementComment

Yogitate Event

Kevala's Yogitate (Yoga + Meditate) event in Mission Beach, San Diego was so much fun! A day of lounging, meditating, stretching, connecting, shopping and soaking in the sun? Yes please!

E V E N T SHelen MagnaniDecember 15, 2014Yoga, Meditation, Wellness EventComment

A Note on Happiness

What are you choosing? Did you know it was a choice?

N A M A S T EHelen MagnaniDecember 9, 2014Happiness, Spread the Light Comment

Decorating Trees

I have been seeing decorated trees / poles / chairs all over the world lately and I LOVE IT. What a cool way to leave an annoymous ripple of random love and color.

T R A V E LHelen MagnaniNovember 17, 2014Nature, Beauty, BoHo, Make Nature BeautifulComment

Anti-Inflammatory Milanesa

A quick recipe based in my Italian-Argentinean roots with a nutritional twist.

H E R B SHelen MagnaniNovember 11, 2014Turmeric, Digestion, Anti-Inflammatory, immune systemComment

Learning to Meditate

I recently learned to meditate. It's been easy/hard/uncomfortable/awesome/life changing/frustrating/relaxing, and of course,my nose always starts to itch the moment I start. Totally worth it. Every time. Follow me on my journey.

Saffron

Known as Keshar, Saffron is one of the most expensive and prized herbs on the planet. Check out it's superb qualities inside this post PLUS a Saffron Tea recipe.

H E R B SHelen MagnaniOctober 30, 2014Tea, Saffron, energy boost, relax Comment

Honoring Elephants

I LoVe Elephants. Here's a tribute to them and their beauty.

N A M A S T EHelen MagnaniOctober 28, 2014elephants, save the elephants, nature, save the animalsComment

Garden Teepee Tent

On my wish list / Santa list / Birthday list / everything list. Need one ASAP.

N A M A S T EHelen MagnaniOctober 27, 2014Comment

Letting Go

"Let it go" can be an easy thing to say, but a difficult thing to do. Here's a story to help ease the shift, including a meditation to help bring your energy back to yourself.

N A M A S T EHelen MagnaniOctober 26, 2014Comment

Seasonal Fruit

Nature knows best. Here's a guide to eating fruit seasonally.

N O U R I S HHelen MagnaniOctober 25, 2014fruit, eating for seasons, eating seasonally, immune system, allergies, digestion, pesticidesComment

A Proper Face [Mask]

We go through great lengths to get our skin to look its best, but are we unknowingly sabotaging ourselves?

B O D YHelen MagnaniOctober 23, 2014 Comment

Cumin

Find out how brewing a cup of cumin water can benefit you and your digestive system.

H E R B SHelen MagnaniOctober 23, 2014Comment

Do NOT Eat Stressed!

This is one of the worst things we can do to our bodies. Find out what it is and why it has such a negative impact on your health.

N O U R I S HHelen MagnaniOctober 23, 2014Comment

Being Yourself

Don't waste time comparing yourself to anyone else. Everyone is walking along on their own journey,

and no one’s life is “better” or “worse” than anyone else’s…our paths are all just different.

N A M A S T EHelen MagnaniOctober 23, 2014Comment

The Speed of Light

We are all woven from the same material, made from the same universal goo of atoms and energy, and we all share in this same space. Have you ever stopped for a moment to think about what exactly your contribution to this shared space is? About the energetic vibration you are sending out? About the energy you are putting onto others?

N A M A S T EHelen MagnaniOctober 23, 2014Comment

Buying Organic

Have you ever wondered why buying organic is so important and if there is any way around it? Here is a list of "Dirty" and "Clean" foods that will help you maneuver the grocery aísles with more ease while maintaining your budget.

N O U R I S HHelen MagnaniOctober 23, 2014Comment

The Six Tastes

There is a very specific action created in the body by the tastes we perceive. There are six, and if the body doesn't receive all of them, it will feel incomplete and undernourished. Here’s an ancient take on the effect the Six Tastes have on the body.

N O U R I S HHelen MagnaniOctober 23, 2014Comment

Gogi Berries

These trendy berries have an ancient story to them. Find out what makes them so great and what to do with them once you get your hands on these bad boys.

H E R B SHelen MagnaniOctober 23, 2014Comment

Do Something Different

Life, in theory, is supposed to be amazing. And it can be pretty amazing, except for when isn't. What do you do when you're in a funk?

N A M A S T EHelen MagnaniOctober 23, 2014Comment

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