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Yay👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 The Book of Joy in stock at Honest Soul Yoga! YES! 💜🕉💜Nov 30th, 7pm HSY Book Club. #sierrayogawellness#bookofjoy #allthingsyoga #Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ 📚📚📚New books! . And, yes, that’s this month’s book club book. It’s totally not too late to start reading and join us for book club on the 30th - it’s pushed back a week this month. 😉Because #holiday. . . . #whyhsy #honestsoulyoga #hsytheboutique #hsybookclub #yogalife #yogalifestyle (at Fort Belvoir, Virginia)

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me watching requiem: fkjdshkfhsdjk BLATSJGSJD WHYHSY OH NOOO

me afterwards: mmm yeah that was p good.

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Join us next Thursday! Plenty of time to read the book... and even if you don’t finish..... Come and join us!!!😍👏🏽💜📕📗📘🍷☕️🍒 #Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ Yoga isn’t all practice - at least not just in the physical sense. . Yoga is a way of life. The principles for living the “yoga” way are the Yamas and Niyamas. They are guides for how we approach things, others AND ourselves. . While they were written (literally) ages ago, they are extremely relatable to our lives today. Each one offers an opportunity to reflect, interpret and act. . Join us next Thursday (10/27) to discuss Deborah Adele’s book The Yamas and the Niyamas. 📚 With @sierrayogawellness + 🍲🍷🍪☕️ potluck. . . . #whyhsy #honestsoulyoga #yoga #yogapractice #yogalife #yamasandniyamas #hsybookclub #sierrayogawellness #holistichealthcoaching #holisticlifestyle #read

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#Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ Lead with Love // Self Care Challenge | Day 15 : Do what you love!⠀ ⠀ Last day of our #selfcare challenge! Thank you to everyone for all the great posts you've shared so far! We 💜💗💜 them! If you fell behind, that's cool. We'll accept posts for all days (yep, you can still start if you kept meaning to . . . 🙂) through 3/29.⠀ ⠀ From @sierrayogawellness :: What do you enjoy doing? Read, garden, cook, walk the dog . . . Whatever brings you a sense of peace and ease, of enjoyment, do it! Make the time to do it. If that means you schedule it in the calendar, then schedule it. Take the time at least once a day to just be you, to enjoy spending time with yourself. It can be as little as 15 minutes. It's not about quantity, it's about quality and consistency. Well, what do you enjoy?⠀ ⠀ important info ::⠀ Day 15 : Do what you love!⠀ @honestsoulyoga⠀ #hsyinstachallenge⠀ #leadwithlove⠀ ⠀ #yogachallenge #hsyinstachallenge #HSY #whyhsy #hsyreflections #honest #transform #honestsoul #thisishonest #reallife #realyoga #yogaeveryday #yogaforeverybody #yogaoffthemat #leadwithlove (at Fort Belvoir, Virginia)

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#Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ Lead with Love // Self Care Challenge | Day 14 : Childs Pose⠀ ⠀ From @sierrayogawellness :: This pose is an excellent place to calm and relax yourself. Feel safe and secure in your own private cocoon. Listen to your breath, relax your facial muscles, and allow your low back to be heavy as you rest your hips on your heels. Play around with where you place your hands. Maybe try behind you instead of out in front. If you normally bring your knees close together, try spreading the knees apart allow for your body to settle in the V you’ve created. Maybe place a blanket or pillow under your thighs or ankles for more support. ⠀ ⠀ important info ::⠀ Day 14 : Childs Pose⠀ @honestsoulyoga⠀ #hsyinstachallenge⠀ #leadwithlove⠀ ⠀ #yogachallenge #hsyinstachallenge #HSY #whyhsy #hsyreflections #honest #transform #honestsoul #thisishonest #reallife #realyoga #yogaeveryday #yogaforeverybody #yogaoffthemat #leadwithlove (at Fort Belvoir, Virginia)

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#Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ Lead with Love // Self Care Challenge | Day 13 : Whole Foods⠀ ⠀ From @sierrayogawellness :: Starting a whole food diet is one of the greatest acts of love you can give to yourself. It is the best investment in your self care. A diet that is rich in whole foods provides more energy, less sick days and of course yummy foods. ⠀ ⠀ Add more veggies and fruits to your meals, choose the least processed foods, read labels . . . if you can't pronounce it, don’t put it in your body! Pick wisely what you put in your cart - you are worth it! Fueling your body with a variety of whole foods adds a little spice to your life. How are you increasing whole foods in your diet?⠀ ⠀ important info ::⠀ Day 13 : Whole Foods ⠀ @honestsoulyoga⠀ #hsyinstachallenge⠀ #leadwithlove⠀ ⠀ #yogachallenge #hsyinstachallenge #HSY #whyhsy #hsyreflections #honest #transform #honestsoul #thisishonest #reallife #realyoga #yogaeveryday #yogaforeverybody #yogaoffthemat #leadwithlove (at Fort Belvoir, Virginia)

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#Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ Lead with Love // Self Care Challenge | Day 12 : Supta Baddha Konasana⠀ ⠀ From @sierrayogawellness :: This calming pose is my go to pose when I’m feeling overwhelmed or when I just want to feel good. It’s a beautiful hip opener and it calms the mind. ⠀ ⠀ Placing a hand to the belly and a hand to the heart can provide a deeper connection to you, opening the heart. If tension is held in the shoulders place your arms over the head in a goal post fashion. ⠀ ⠀ important info ::⠀ Day 12 : Supra Baddha Konasana⠀ @honestsoulyoga⠀ #hsyinstachallenge⠀ #leadwithlove⠀ ⠀ #yogachallenge #hsyinstachallenge #HSY #whyhsy #hsyreflections #honest #transform #honestsoul #thisishonest #reallife #realyoga #yogaeveryday #yogaforeverybody #yogaoffthemat #leadwithlove (at Fort Belvoir, Virginia)

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#Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ Lead with Love // Self Care Challenge | Day 11 : Take a Walk⠀ ⠀ From @sierrayogawellness :: Walking daily is a powerful tool for overall health. As little as 20 minutes can reduce tension and stress from the body and mind. It eases joint pain, decreases risks of chronic disease, boosts the immune system, clears the mind, burns calories and can curb your appetite. ⠀ ⠀ Developing a regular walking routine encourages other healthy habits too. If you take your walk outside you’ll get some fresh air while boosting your mood!⠀ ⠀ important info ::⠀ Day 11 : Take a Walk ⠀ @honestsoulyoga⠀ #hsyinstachallenge⠀ #leadwithlove⠀ ⠀ #yogachallenge #hsyinstachallenge #HSY #whyhsy #hsyreflections #honest #transform #honestsoul #thisishonest #reallife #realyoga #yogaeveryday #yogaforeverybody #yogaoffthemat #leadwithlove (at Fort Belvoir, Virginia)

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#Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ Lead with Love // Self Care Challenge | Day 10 : Sphinx⠀ ⠀ Speaking of #backbends . . .⠀ ⠀ From @sierrayogawellness :: Sphinx pose is a very gentle backbend that can be held for minutes at a time. I’ve been known to watch a show while in sphinx especially if the lower back is saying a loud hello to me!⠀ ⠀ The posture also helps in improving blood circulation while relieving the body of stress. It opens the chest, lifting the heart, allowing more space to the lungs. Snap a pic and share where and when you sphinxed! ⠀ ⠀ important info ::⠀ Day 10 : Sphinx⠀ @honestsoulyoga⠀ #hsyinstachallenge⠀ #leadwithlove⠀ ⠀ #yogachallenge #hsyinstachallenge #HSY #whyhsy #hsyreflections #honest #transform #honestsoul #thisishonest #reallife #realyoga #yogaeveryday #yogaforeverybody #yogaoffthemat #leadwithlove (at Fort Belvoir, Virginia)

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#Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ Lead with Love // Self Care Challenge | Day 9 : Essential Oils⠀ ⠀ From @sierrayogawellness :: Essential oils have been used to enhance life for thousands of years so why not use them to enhance yours? Essential oils can be used in multiple ways but for right now we're talking self care. And the key to self care is triggering the relaxation response. My go to essential oils for this are Lavender, Geranium, Frankincense and Orange but honestly we all have different preferred scents - so explore. ⠀ ⠀ Place a few drops in the tub with some epsom salt, try a diffuser or dilute with a carrier oil. How do you use essential oils for your everyday self care routine?⠀ ⠀ important info ::⠀ Day 9 : Essential Oils⠀ @honestsoulyoga⠀ #hsyinstachallenge⠀ #leadwithlove⠀ ⠀ #yogachallenge #hsyinstachallenge #HSY #whyhsy #hsyreflections #honest #transform #honestsoul #thisishonest #reallife #realyoga #yogaeveryday #yogaforeverybody #yogaoffthemat #leadwithlove #doterra #essentialoils (at Fort Belvoir, Virginia)

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#Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ Lead with Love // Self Care Challenge | Day 8: Downward Facing Dog⠀ ⠀ From @sierryogawellness :: Down Dog stretches out the shoulders,hamstrings, and calves. It strengthens the legs and the arms. Actually it strengthens and stretches the whole body. Bring a little movement to it and it can loosen up and release held tension. ⠀ ⠀ Try doing a down dog a day, hold for 5 breaths. It will recharge and reset you. Just like it does on the mat!⠀ ⠀ important info ::⠀ Day 8 : Downward Facing Dog⠀ @honestsoulyoga⠀ #hsyinstachallenge⠀ #leadwithlove⠀ ⠀ #yogachallenge #hsyinstachallenge #HSY #whyhsy #hsyreflections #honest #transform #honestsoul #thisishonest #reallife #realyoga #yogaeveryday #yogaforeverybody #yogaoffthemat #leadwithlove (at Fort Belvoir, Virginia)

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#Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ Lead with Love // Self Care Challenge | Day 7: Gratitude Journal⠀ ⠀ It's a bit of a rainy day here - perfect for some time with your thoughts.⠀ ⠀ From @sierrayogawellness :: Writing is a powerful channel to provide space between your thoughts and actions. You could journal about anything but focusing on what you are grateful for… well it's like seeing the glass half full instead of half empty and I’m all for that! ⠀ ⠀ Acknowledge all the positive things in your life. It can be as simple a soft breeze on a hot day. Gratefulness is linked to optimism, better immune system, better sleep, and a whole host of other physical and mental benefits. So break out the journal and get to writing.⠀ ⠀ important info ::⠀ Day 7 : Gratitude Journal⠀ @honestsoulyoga⠀ #hsyinstachallenge⠀ #leadwithlove⠀ ⠀ #yogachallenge #hsyinstachallenge #HSY #whyhsy #hsyreflections #honest #transform #honestsoul #thisishonest #reallife #realyoga #yogaeveryday #yogaforeverybody #yogaoffthemat #leadwithlove (at Fort Belvoir, Virginia)

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If you've been to o e of my classes.. you know I love plank!😂😂 #Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ Lead with Love // Self Care Challenge | Day 6: Plank⠀ ⠀ Remember when planking was a thing? Let's bring it back but with a #yoga twist!⠀ ⠀ From @sierrayogawellness :: Who knew? Plank pose is one of the best exercises for the core and having a strong core is super important. Why? The abdominal muscles provide support to our entire back and spine. Plank also stretches out the muscles that may contribute to stress and tension in the body. So, it may calm the mind and reduce anxiety. ⠀ ⠀ Do it once a day, starting at 10 second holds and build up to one minute or more. You’ll notice better posture and balance. You’ll help protect your back and spine from injury. ⠀ ⠀ important info ::⠀ Day 6 : Plank⠀ @honestsoulyoga⠀ #hsyinstachallenge⠀ #leadwithlove⠀ ⠀ #yogachallenge #hsyinstachallenge #HSY #whyhsy #hsyreflections #honest #transform #honestsoul #thisishonest #reallife #realyoga #yogaeveryday #yogaforeverybody #yogaoffthemat #leadwithlove (at Honest Soul Yoga)

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#Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ Lead with Love // Self Care Challenge | Day 5 : Make it Green!⠀ ⠀ Ha! Just realized how perfect this is for today . . . #happystpatricksday🍀☘️🍀⠀ ⠀ From @sierrayogawellness :: I’m a believer! This is the easiest way to get your green veggies in. Make this a part of your whole food well balanced diet. It not only gets all of those healthy immune boosting nutrients straight to where they need to go but it begins the process of developing healthier habits for your self care. ⠀ ⠀ Don’t think too hard! You can juice or make a smoothie. I’m a smoothie kind of girl. A handful of leafy green, an apple, avocado or banana, a cucumber, and water or coconut water to liquify. Share your favorite recipe or a pic of your drink of choice!⠀ ⠀ important info ::⠀ Day 5 : Make it Green!⠀ @honestsoulyoga⠀ #hsyinstachallenge⠀ #leadwithlove⠀ ⠀ #yogachallenge #hsyinstachallenge #HSY #whyhsy #hsyreflections #honest #transform #honestsoul #thisishonest #reallife #realyoga #yogaeveryday #yogaforeverybody #yogaoffthemat #leadwithlove (at Fairfax County, Virginia)

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#Repost @honestsoulyoga ・・・ Lead with Love // Self Care Challenge | Day 4 : Legs up the Wall⠀ ⠀ From @sierrayoawellness :: Legs up the wall is the u.l.t.i.m.a.t.e restorative pose . . . at least in my humble opinion. It is not only grounding and calming to the body and mind but gives you all of the benefits of doing an inversion. ⠀ ⠀ This is my go to pose on stressful day. A couple of minutes is all you need to feel refreshed! You can do this pose almost anywhere, at home, work (be mindful of your clothing . . . you know, maybe not if you’re in a kilt!?!) and the studio. Where do you do legs up the wall?⠀ ⠀ important info ::⠀ Day 4 : Legs up the Wall⠀ @honestsoulyoga⠀ #hsyinstachallenge⠀ #leadwithlove⠀ ⠀ #yogachallenge #hsyinstachallenge #HSY #whyhsy #hsyreflections #honest #transform #honestsoul #thisishonest #reallife #realyoga #yogaeveryday #yogaforeverybody #yogaoffthemat #leadwithlove (at Fort Belvoir, Virginia)