Get Vegucated

We recently showed the movie Earthlings in our teacher training. It's a heavy duty documentary about animal abuse (factory farming, scientific testing, etc). They showed it to us in the Jivamukti training, and it had such a huge impact I thought it was important to pass it on. Although it is a hard movie to watch, the trainees proudly made it through it. After the screening, most of the trainees felt sad, angry, and frustrated. They wanted to share the information with their family and friends, but weren't sure if everyone would be up to watching it... 

This week I downloaded (on iTunes) another documentary called Vegucated. It focuses on vegetarianism, with 3 meat-eaters taking a 6 week vegan challenge. I highly recommend it! It's less harsh than Earthlings, but still informative.

Rent or buy Vegucated on iTunes (super easy!)

Watch Earthlings free online

Grounding Yoga Flo Video Download

This yoga flow class was filmed live at Centre Luna Yoga Studio in Montreal. The union of movement and breath is emphasized in this dynamic Vinyasa (flow) class which incorporates strength, flexibility, and endurance. Focus on joyful and steady connection to the earth.

Grounding Yoga Flo Video Download

This is the fourth live class video of a series 

filmed for My Yoga Online.

Jivamukti Gathering in NYC!

With a last minute change of plans we went down to NYC for the Blueprint for Joy Jivamukti Gathering and Levi's first road trip. With a week of asana classes, meditation sessions and lectures on animal rights, peace and unity, the place was buzzing! Although I wasn't able to attend all the classes, I did get to take class with David Life and Sharon Gannon. It brought me back to teacher training with so many familiar faces and the amazing energy of so many people gathered together practicing yoga and focusing on the goal of peace.

Asana lab with David Life

with Luna teachers Frances & Dawn B in NYC

my boys

Frances, one of several hundred in headstand!

Shopping for Levi's with Levi

Tofu scramble at Kate's Joint

Tea with yogini Kimberly and beau Tim

Vegan treats at Babycakes

My Mini Guru

This morning I practiced one of my classes on My Yoga Online. Levi sat in front of me in his rocking chair smiling and laughing if he liked a pose, and waved his arms and let out disapproving cries if he didn't. Practicing yoga with Levi nearby puts everything into perspective. He definitely helps me stay present and constantly reminds me to see the joy and silliness in everything!

Unifying Yoga Flo Video Download

Yoga = Union. Reconnect with this dynamic practice including invigorating warriors, centering balances, and tension releasing forward bends. Postures taught as a steady flow series. 

Unifying Yoga Flo Video Dowload

This is the third live class video of a series 

filmed for My Yoga Online.

Montreal Mock Meat

I have lots of vegetarian and non-vegetarian friends who love mock meat (simulated chicken, fish, etc. usually made with soy). Although Chu Chai is a great Montreal mock meat restaurant, there are also several places you can buy it to bring home and cook yourself. Two of Jason's favorites are: Tiende Santé Végétarienne on Duluth (mock ginger chicken) and Yuan on St Denis (it's a restaurant and grocery store). It makes a nice side dish, and is a good option if you're making the transition to vegetarian.

Tiende Santé Végétarienne on Duluth

Thinking of bringing a Tofurky for the family gatherings this Christmas... If you have a good one to recommend, let me know (it's gotta be good, otherwise I'll never hear the end of it!).

Yoga Flo for Gratitude Video Download

Open up to gratitude with this challenging Vinyasa flow class incorporating powerful hip openers, abdominal toners and balance poses – both right side up and upside down.

Download Yoga Flo for Gratitude Video

This is the second live class video of a series 

filmed for My Yoga Online.