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On June 21, Summer Solstice, Time Square is hosting their annual “yoga day.” Over 10,000 people from around the globe will gather together to quiet their minds in the country’s most chaotic location. Those of us on Team alignyo who will be…
Read moreWe use our hands, wrists, and forearms non-stop throughout the day, and yogis especially need to spend extra time on those areas since poses from downward facing dog to handstand involve putting pressure on those spots. Fortunately it’s easy to relieve…
Read moreAura Cacia aromatherapist Charlynn Avery shares essential oils that help balance the root chakra. The root chakra (muladhara) is the energy center in the body connected with the foundational aspects of life — home, career, money, etc. In essence, it’s…
Read moreAura Cacia aromatherapist Charlynn Avery explains how you can use essential oils at home to naturally clean laundry that smells great. If you have been paying attention to home care products lately, you have probably noticed that many are now…
Read moreLast Halloween, we gave you ideas on how to dress up like certain celebrity yoga teachers and your favorite yoga poses. This year, team alignyo is back with even more fun yoga-inspired Halloween costumes. A Kundalini-crazed Demi Moore? Oh yeah, we…
Read moreEucalyptus essential oil is a great tool for helping you feel your best this season. Here, aromatherapist Charlynn Avery highlights the top five uses for eucalyptus oil in fall and winter plus shares a recipe for a DIY all-natural eucalyptus…
Read moreThere’s a reason your yoga teacher is constantly reminding you to watch your alignment in warrior 2, sit back in chair pose and go deep in pigeon: your knees are precious. Yoga apparel brands are taking note and three companies…
Read moreWorried about bugs ruining your summer parties? Follow these directions on how to make your own all-natural room spray from aromatherapist Charlynn Avery to keep bugs away. Summer is the perfect time for entertaining – the weather is nice, the…
Read moreWe often hear of ways to use essential oils in the bathtub, but you can also reap the benefits of aromatherapy by using essential oils in the shower. Aromatherapist Charlynn Avery explains how below. An easy way to enjoy the…
Read moreWe just had to share this yoga version of the classic ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’ from YogaDownload. Happy holidays! ‘Twas the week before Christmas and all through the home, Not a yogi was stirring, not even an OM. The yoga…
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