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A Lesson in Patience from My Toddler

When my daughter was born, two major things happened. My body became an alien spacecraft, brought to the edge of destruction and back again (with some collateral damage, of course). But more importantly, I uncovered a limitless supply of patience that even Gandhi would admire.

3 mins read

Hindu Names for Baby Girls

Whether you want to honor your culture and heritage or if you are in thrall of all things Indian, choose a Hindu name for your baby girl so that her name has a special meaning. Many Hindu families choose these names to ensure their children stay on the righteous path throughout life, as most Hindu names are the names of deities or have other religious significance. A common Hindu belief is that calling out a holy name constantly can bring you closer to “moshka,” or release the death and rebirth cycle.

7 mins read

Eat a Raw Food Diet and Look Younger

What is this raw food diet all about and how can it make me look younger? What’s it all about and how can I incorporate it into my life without countless hours of dehydration and food preparation? The raw food lifestyle is rapidly becoming the most talked about diet in America despite a haze of skepticism shrouding the movement. To all the skeptics, I see where you’re coming from: If I only eat raw, will I stop shaving my armpits and join a commune? Will I become that annoying evangelist who never gets invited to a dinner party because I only talk about raw food and how it makes you super human? I offer to you my own life as evidence: my real mom experience with the raw food diet and how I walked away from nine months of being 99% raw to become a total fan of raw food AND someone you still might want to invite to a dinner party. At least I hope!

8 mins read

Interview 4 Inspiration- Sara Westbrook – Motivational Speaker, Singer & Songwriter

Interview 4 Inspiration is a new series. Here you will find a series of questions answered by inspirational people. People who have inspired me in one way or another, either through knowing them personally or through their work. I believe people are the best sources of inspiration; therefore it gives me great pleasure to share a little more about them with you in a series of questions.

3 mins read

Vitamins for Skin Care

No matter your age or station in life, smooth, clear, firm skin is one of the hallmarks of beauty. Glowing skin reflects a combination of healthy diet and careful skin care. The best skin care routine is a simple one, says Dr. David Leffell in his book, “Total Skin.” Wash once a day with a non-soap, and rinse once a day with plain water–no soap. In addition, eat a proper diet that includes vitamins to provide the building blocks your body needs to create and maintain healthy skin cells.