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Why I LOVED my facial at 889…

February 15, 2012 by Guest Blogger!

By: Elizabeth (Liz) Connolly, 889 Concierge Hello 889ers! As many of you have noticed, much of my time is spent at the studio- working the concierge desk and practicing yoga! Last week, though, I walked through the doors of 889 for something different: an Essential Therapeutic Facial. Anyone who has had a facial here at 889 [...]

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Joy

Should you try gluten-free? Plus 5 delicious recipes

February 15, 2012 by Joy

Yes, yes! You absolutely should give it a try, but read this first: Please keep in mind that gluten-free foods are not a one-way ticket to eating anything and everything that says “GF”. I’ve seen many food journals over the years and hear people proudly declare to me: “I’m eating gluten-free”, but there’s a catch [...]

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The Desert Challenge – Part One

February 14, 2012 by Guest Blogger!

By Colin Nanka, 889 Yoga member and global adventure ultra-runner!
Last year, Colin Nanka, one of our 889 yoga members competed last year in a gruelling 250 km race across the Sahara in Egypt! In this first of five blogs for 889 Colin Nanka shares some of the valuable lessons that he learned from his ultra-challenging, ultra marathon time in the desert!

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Joy

What makes some people glow? Plus a Berry-Power-Chia-Goodness-Smoothie Recipe!

February 1, 2012 by Joy

Have you ever noticed that no matter what, someone people always look beautiful? This is because they exude beauty from within. I can think of several women in my life, my mom, my girlfriend Elaine, both founders of 889 Yonge Christine & Emily (their mama too!) and more, that truly exude beauty. They have a [...]

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The Value of a Thai Yoga Massage

January 26, 2012 by Guest Blogger!

By: Nora Benian, Thai Yoga Massage Therapist Thai Yoga Massage is an Ancient eastern body work that dates back to India 2,500 years ago. This healing art has travelled through Asia and has developed roots in Thailand where it is still very commonly practiced today. Workers go for a lunch hour massage in the temples [...]

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Pauline

Love Is In The Air

January 25, 2012 by Pauline

By: Pauline Bakowski, Holistic Esthetician Saint Valentine’s Day is an annual commemoration held on February 14 celebrating love and affection between intimate companions. The day is named after an early Christian martyr (or martyrs) named Saint Valentine, and was established by Pope Gelasius I in 496 AD. It is a day on which lovers express [...]

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Joy

Feel Fabulous, Look Fabulous in 2012 and Beyond!

January 19, 2012 by Joy

By: Joy McCarthy Holistic Nutritionist I had a client email me (who shall remain nameless and didn’t mind me sharing her story) prior to her Skype session last week to advise me that the reason her food journal was full of baked goods, wine and junk food was because she was really unhappy about her [...]

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A Studio of One’s Own. And Why We Need this.

January 17, 2012 by Guest Blogger!

By Jodi Fichstein, 889 Yoga Teacher
Creating a quiet or sacred space for one’s self, or specifically, for one’s yoga practice, is a challenge for many of us. Add a busy career, relationships and /or children and it becomes this beautiful chaos. One way I chose to simplify this juggling act was letting go bit by bit of solitary time, be it in a yoga studio or at home. That was a recipe for irritability. So finding a cozy studio that feels like “home” is rare, yet 889 has easily achieved this.

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Kim

Yamas – Yoga Guidelines to Living a Whole Life

January 7, 2012 by Kim

By Kim McBean, 889 Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapist
Patanjali was a great sage, who gathered and compiled the ancient sacred texts on yoga. The heart of his teachings are found in the eight limbs of yoga. Physical postures or asana is number three on this path; the yamas or the ethical guidelines to life are number one. The yamas are known as the foundation of our yoga practice, and when interpreted, can provide structure, freedom and growth. These scriptures reveal that if we can stay true to practicing these precepts, then we open ourselves up to greater sense of ease and joy in our lives. Kindly begin with where you are, observing your thoughts and deeds. Take your yoga off the mat and stay grounded in these principles. Life becomes limitless and loving when we begin to realize our great potential.

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Coconut Oil is BLISS

December 11, 2011 by Guest Blogger!

By: Shalini Rampersad, RMT + 889 Wellness Spa Leader The health benefits of coconut oil include hair nourishment, skin nourishment, stress relief, cholesterol level maintenance, weight loss, increased immunity, increased bone strength, strong digestion and metabolism and relief from kidney problems, heart diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes, HIV and cancer.  The benefits of coconut oil can be [...]

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If the Buddha came to dinner …

December 9, 2011 by Guest Blogger!

By Lana Sugarman, 889 Teacher
It’s a snowy Friday afternoon, and as dinner approaches I start to think about soup-making. I admit to being a big foodie and often explore Joy’s blog to find new recipes and ideas. Often during the holidays I make a big pot (or two) of soup and put it in glass jars for friends and family. I thought I’d share with you one of my favorite soup recipes from a book that I keep coming back to: If the Buddha Came to Dinner: How to Nourish Your Body and Awaken Your Spirit.

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Joy

Are Your Cosmetics Toxic? Plus 5 holistic beauty fixes with foods in your kitch!

December 6, 2011 by Joy

By: Joy McCarthy Holistic Nutritionist Someone emailed me this link the other day: The Ten Most Toxic Cosmetics and sadly, it didn’t really surprise me. But the more I learn about the personal care products industry, the more I realize there is some shady business going on and it’s up to YOU, the consumer to [...]

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