Honoring Ancestral Spirits: Hanal Pixán, the Day of the Dead in Yucatán, Mexico

Experience Hanal Pixán (October 29- November 3), a Mayan-rooted tradition celebrating departed loved ones. Elaborate altars, favorite foods, and vibrant cemetery gatherings unite the living and the dead in a rich tapestry of remembrance and cultural heritage.

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What is Spirituality, and Why is it Essential for Your Mental Wellness?

What is spirituality? For me, it’s the belief, practice, faith, or cultural connection that helps you sleep at night. Spirituality is non-denominational, meaning everyone is welcome to the party. If you are not hurting nature, animals, or people, I have no judgment about your choice. Read on to learn more

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Yoga is for Every Body

Yoga is for every body. It’s a practice everyone should now incorporate into their lives for healthy, vibrant, and upright later years. Yoga is an alternative medicine for mental health, and that matters today.

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10 Reasons to Plan Your Next Vacation to Mérida México

If you don’t know, you should know about Merida, Mexico. Three hours drive from Tulum, Mexico, is a charming, magical city called Merida. The sights, sounds, smells, and activities take you on an adventure from ancient Maya to modern times. You are surrounded by tropical jungles and close to many beaches. Read on to learn more about Merida.

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Can you believe this statistic?

When I see statistics like this, I remember I think of a good friend’s tattoo that says, “life’s a trip.” Then I think of my ink that says, “I choose the road less traveled, and that makes all the difference.” It’s acknowledging that life is hard and you are strong enough to find the road that makes all the difference for you.

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4 Reasons to Shop at Small Businesses

It’s easy to fall into the trap of convenience and low prices from big businesses like Amazon and Walmart, but at what cost is it worth it. Big business is killing the planet, enslaving their employees, and having significant political influence, much to the demise of we the people. We have to see what the corporate salespeople are really selling us and change the parts that we can control, like buying our goods and services from the locals.

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5 Reasons a Retreat is Better Than Your Traditional Vacation

Why retreat? To retreat is to disconnect from your day-to-day responsibilities and go to a place for relaxation, meditation, and reflection. To be reconnected is to have the ability to maintain balance in the chaos of daily life. Read on to know why you should book a retreat over a traditional vacation.

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A beautiful day at the beach ends in another devastating “accident” oil spill

photo by: The New York Times

We spent the day in the sparkly Laguna Beach, CA sitting under the big, beautiful rocks at the Cove and at that time, we had no idea that oil had already begun to wash up on the beach right below us, along with dead birds, fish and other wildlife.

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Reconecta: Women's Day Retreats

The divine feminine is telling us that things need to change. For many years we have been in overdrive, running our homes, raising the kids, caring for elderly parents, pushing for equality in the workplace, staying beautiful, and taking whatever few minutes we have left in the month to spend time with our girlfriends because we innately know that magic happens when the gals gather. 🌸🌟

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Reconnect with Nature: Bird Watching

Calling all ladies: Here is an experience to help you reconnect with nature, your physical and mental health, and everything that matters in your life. This experience is a full day. Our day starts early because the early birds get the juiciest worms. We will finish the afternoon with a healthy delicious lunch, and neck/should massage in the gorgeous gardens of the Villa Merida.

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Understanding Climate Policy Jargon

It’s like reading documents from a lawyer, an accountant, or a nurse. If you don’t hear and use a language every day, it will sound like jargon. Climate policy is no different. Yes, there are some complex subjects but don’t become frozen into nonaction. We need climate policies and your vote is priceless. Here are 2 of the most familiar climate “policies” translated for your understanding.

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6 Eco-Warrior Women That You Should Know

Planet Earth is calling all women to tap into the divine feminine to discover their gifts and share them with the world. These 6 women have helped to guide me to my purpose (and continue to do so). Maybe they can help to inspire you too?

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