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Ready to Retreat with Emma?

6/17/2019

As you may have heard, Liberty Life Yoga is heading to Costa Rica next February! Our Return to Balance Retreat will be an opportunity to unplug from the outside world and cultivate space for you to connect to yourself; this is your time to reflect, renew, and replenish.

This retreat will be led by Christine and Emma. We've asked Emma a few questions about her passion for yoga and travel and why she is excited for this Costa Rica adventure!

What aspect(s) of travel do you enjoy the most?
Travelling provides me with many opportunities for new experiences that expand my perception and understanding of the world. In addition to meeting new people, I enjoy seeing unique expressions of new cultures through art and architecture as well as tantalizing my taste buds with local dishes.

What do you like about traveling to places where you are surrounded by nature?
Aside from feasting my eyes on the beautiful scenery and enjoying the fresh air, nature grounds me. I find it calming and rejuvenating. The combination of being grounded and the change from my usual environment at home, amplifies my potential for healing and transformation.

Why do you think yoga and travel are the perfect complement to each other?
Travelling to a new place forces us out of our comfort zone and encourages us to broaden our perspectives. Yoga teaches us to let go of “doing” and focus on “being”. In a supportive and nurturing environment, such as Vida Asana, we can observe and honour where we are in the present moment, we can embrace and allow the most genuine version of ourselves to strengthen and expand. Travel and yoga are perfect complements to each other as they both encourage and provide an opportunity for growth.

What are you most excited to explore in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica is a beautiful country with much to explore and see. In and around the Punta Arenas area and Vida Asana, I would love to go on a hiking tour of the Manuel Antonio Nature Park to see the wildlife and swim in the pool at the foot of the Mulguri Waterfalls. I would love to soar over the canopy of trees by ziplining in Jaco. If I have the time and means, I would love to go to La Fortuna and hike the Arenal Volcano and later relax in the Tabacon hot springs. I would also like to explore Playa Hermosa and enjoy the various activities on/in the Pacific Ocean.

If you would like to come and unplug with Emma in Costa Rica, you can save $200 until July 1st!

Complete details can be found with the link below, and you can always email us at info@libertylifeyoga.com.

Happy travels!

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Teacher Feature: KRISTI

5/31/2019

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What's your name?

Kristi Waddell

What brought you to yoga? What keeps you coming back to yoga?

I was introduced to yoga in grade 12 gym class and I have been dedicated to my personal practice for the past ten years. I continue coming back to yoga because yoga is one of the best teachers I have had; yoga encourages me to be present and grow as a person in the best way possible.
Yoga allowed me to find physical and mental strength and connection beyond anything I could have imagined when I first began my practice. My practice provides a safe space for me to process, experience, breathe, move, and BE. A human BEing.
I love that yoga connects the mind and body while allowing a disconnection from constant thoughts and to do's. Yoga provides me with mental clarity, a connection to present moment, and a community of supportive humans.

What pose(s) are you currently working with (favourite, challenged by etc.)?

My favourite poses go back to the basics and include childspose, savasana, Warrior 2, and forward folding. I am so comforted in child's pose and enjoy different variations including open vs. closed child's pose and side stretch with hips anchored and finger tips reaching to one corner of the mat and then the other, deep breaths massaging along each side body.

Why Liberty Life Yoga?

The sense of community at Liberty Life Yoga is one of the qualities that drew me in. I love that Liberty Life Yoga offers yoga to those who want to practice in spaces that are non-traditional and accessible. I am excited to be part of this team; committed to mindfulness, integrity, intentionality, support, and inspiration.

Words of Wisdom for someone thinking of trying (Liberty Life) Yoga?

You never know until you try, right!? You will be greeted with a smile and feel a connection to community, yoga will provide you the space to be with yourself, all the while, being with others. Showing up is often the hardest part, every time you make it onto your mat, no matter the duration or the setting, express gratitude towards yourself and you will be drawn to return, time and time again.

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RECIPE: Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Oatmeal Cookies

5/13/2019

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I don’t know about you but when that sunshine touches down after a long winter all I want to do is find every excuse to be outside. This chocolate banana oatmeal cookie recipe is for that backyard BBQ party, that picnic by the water or that ‘on my way outside’ breakfast snack.

This recipe is inspired by an Amy’s Healthy Baking recipe, but with a few tweeks I’ve made it my own for the chocoholics out there like myself ;)

Yes, I will let you know exactly how you can make this recipe gluten free and vegan because its 2019 and I’ve got your back.

You will need:

1 cup of oats (gf if needed)
¾ cup of flour (gf if needed)
1 tsp of baking powder
2 tsp of cinnamon
1 ½ ripe bananas
2 tbsp creamy peanut butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup of honey (use maple syrup to make vegan)
¼ coconut or almond milk
½ cup of dark chocolate

Step 1.
You’re going to find a big bowl and mix the oats, flour, baking powder and cinnamon together. (and a pinch of salt!)

Step 2.
In a separate bowl you’re going to mix the peanut butter, bananas, honey and vanilla.

Step 3.
This is where things get real. You’re going to slowly mix those dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and add that coconut milk and of course, chocolate. (add a few extra choc chips for good measure)

Step 4.
Allow the mix to cool in the fridge for 25 mins.
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees while you wait.

Step 5.
Scoop the cookies into 12-15 balls of glory (lick the spoon)

Step 6.
Bake for 10 minutes, let cool and enjoy! :)

Written by: Katelyn Stewart

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