Author Archives: Sandy Krzyzanowski
Gratitude and the low-flying geese
May 15, 2013 in Body Wisdom, Chakra Energy, Natural Elements, Spirit Prescriptions
Having a gratitude practice can be a great way to stay in the moment. It’s hard to be worrying about the past or the future when you are purposely remembering all that you have to be grateful for now. A meditation practice is one of the best ways to practice being in the moment and … Read more ›
Synchronicity
May 9, 2013 in Body Wisdom, Natural Elements, Spirit Prescriptions
I use essential oils as a conduit to a healthy lifestyle—Peppermint for inflammation, eucalyptus blend for the sniffles or allergies, and a blend containing clove and cinnamon for immunity, among others. I was dwelling on my current auto-ship date approaching and reminding myself, as I drove to the chiropractor, to remove the clove/cinnamon bottle from … Read more ›
Say yes to yourself
May 3, 2013 in Body Wisdom, Language & Literature, Natural Elements, Spirit Prescriptions
My mother-in-law turns 91 this August. As you can imagine, she is a true blessing in our lives. When it comes time to shower her with gifts, as all of us in the Krzyzanowski family love to do with mom, it has become increasingly difficult to come up with something she’ll actually use and enjoy. … Read more ›
The little pigeon on my window sill
April 26, 2013 in Body Wisdom, Natural Elements, Spirit Prescriptions, Teaching Yoga, Yoga Asana
The other day I re-discovered an often-used meditation CD I used to absolutely love over ten years ago. This CD was from a series called “Ultra Meditation” and this particular CD was the first one in the series and offers mesmerizing chimes, bells, and water sounds. The series is designed to enhance … Read more ›
Changing the weather changes your behavior
April 18, 2013 in Body Wisdom, Chakra Energy, Language & Literature, Natural Elements, Spirit Prescriptions
Last week during a late April snow like the one we are experiencing, again, today, my husband and I noticed a whole heck of a lot more robins hanging out together. Did you notice it too? All the birds you see in the two photos below are robins!
Normally you’ll see robins singularly, … Read more ›
The tooth mouse, squeaky shoes, and St. Peter
April 11, 2013 in Language & Literature, Natural Elements, Other
On a snowy April day like today, memories of my Dad’s childhood stories come to mind. While most of you are familiar with the tooth fairy, my Dad fostered a belief in a magical tooth mouse. My Dad would be talking to us and would suddenly become distracted mid-conversation with what he described as … Read more ›
The magic “OM”
April 5, 2013 in Chakra Energy, Other, Spirit Prescriptions
My husband and I were traveling back home after a wonderful visit with my step-mom a few weeks ago. As we waited in the Orlando airport, I walked past several kiosks.There was a kiosk filled with the usual jewelry and other tourist items, and then I saw the scarves.
There’s something about scarves, isn’t there? … Read more ›
The stained glass window
March 27, 2013 in Body Wisdom, Natural Elements, Spirit Prescriptions, Teaching Yoga
Yoga teaches you to be okay with “what is”—to celebrate and honor it. Every day your body is a different snap shot of reality. Where are you at today? How can your yoga practice benefit you today both physically and emotionally? Each day you learn to listen to what your body’s messages are.
To heal … Read more ›
Inspiration in action
March 22, 2013 in Body Wisdom, Natural Elements, Spirit Prescriptions
My husband and I just got back from our annual visit with my 87-year-old step-mom, Prudy. I’ll say it again: “I want to be just like her when I grow up!” Read on and you’ll know why!
You’ve all read about ways to live a healthier life—more energized, more productive and alive. Reading about it … Read more ›
The red umbrella
March 12, 2013 in Natural Elements, Other, Spirit Prescriptions
I’ve talked about my neighbor’s back yard before. I’ve befriended the big, mature trees in their yard, and enjoyed their change of color as autumn set in.
The habit of gazing out our back common area looking for solace in nature has served me well. Sometimes the things that appear in your environment bring you … Read more ›
