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By most standards, I’ve lived an adventurous life: horseback trekking in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, rock climbing in Thailand, spending over a year dancing salsa in Colombia… These big, outer adventures happen because I keep a mindset that welcomes new experiences no matter where I am, so the moment I read the news that Independence

True Nature was able to spend some time getting to know Yoga Teacher and Podcast Producer, Farah Nazarali. Take a glimpse into her upcoming retreat in Costa Rica. TN: How does the idea of “DIVINE PLAY: IMAGINE, CREATE, PLAY” incorporate into your upcoming Yoga Retreat, and what themes do you see coming up throughout the

  The transition of Spring to Summer will never get old for me. There is a richness in it due to the abundance of colorful flowers and fruits that start to bloom. It’s one of those simplicities that fuel the most creative seeds inside, even in the moments where I feel dull or overwhelmed. I

Finding freedom of the self; how to let go and surrender As we approach the half way line in the year, this is a great time to pause, reflect and release everything that is holding you back from living with confidence, bliss and freedom. The thing is all of us can feel completely free, we

This wonderful world is filled with countless places to see and things to do. Amongst this, it is home to many different cultures. Open your world to different traditions, cultures and customs in search of your spiritual significance. Now is the best time to undertake your spiritual journey. You’ll quickly reap the benefits of finding

Join Pamela Nelson of PLN Yoga and Kara Thorsen of Yoga Équanimité on a journey through Receptivity: Quotes and Context. Wednesdays on Instagram at noon (EST). Each week, they will explore what receptivity means and open a dialogue with a new quote. Pamela and Kara invite you to join them for a Yogic Exploration of Receptivity

First, I planned a trip to Colombia. Then, a dear friend set her wedding date in California. A few days later, my dad broke his hip in Texas. I live in Florida, so now, I have three big trips planned in the next 2½ months. Here are three questions I plan to take with me

Summer is nearly upon us in the northern hemisphere. On June 21, 2019 the sun will travel on its longest path, providing the most daylight. The summer solstice is all about reflection and connecting to the natural world. By observing the sun, the body creates mindfulness to see the sun’s light within and help center

Transformation and change are both part of life and nature and its seasons constantly remind us that these occur naturally. We must go through all phases in order to grow and although we might resist change, it will happen regardless. If we become in tune with nature, we can learn to flow more freely with

Mindful walking through temperate and tropical rainforests of the Earth are an incredible away to awaken present-moment awareness, invigorate our pranic (subtle energetic) body, nourish our retinas and pineal glands, soothe our nervous system and remind us of our inter-connectedness with the Earth as a living being. The Japanese call this practice- shinrin yoku or

Spring time is all about cleansing and regrowth As nature starts to lighten its load, us as humans start to mimic that in nature. Building new daily rituals, removing old patterns that don’t serve our authentic code, our highest self, and really diving into embodiment. There are many remedies for helping one get into their

Implementing self-care habits can create a harmonious way of life, by bringing our energy and focus to our health and wellbeing. We are often taught that compassion and kindness are about giving to others, but we must first do so for ourselves in order to understand the meaning of these. Only by honouring our own

The First Time I Heard Spanish Her happy voice caught my ear as I passed by the house. She was laughing and sweetly teasing her children from her chair on the porch. I had no idea what she was saying, but in her natural speaking voice, she practically sang the most vibrant, expressive string of

  April is all about World Earth Day, a great day of honouring Mother Nature and its powerful energy. Celebrating this, we can engage in different practices which help us connect with this grounding force and come in closer contact with it. This month, devote some time to bring alignment within your energetic self by