SIMPLIFYING YOUR SPACE

Since practicing yoga over 10 years ago i have learned so much about myself.  It was a true coming home for me.  It ignited my relationship to my body and what spirituality meant for me.  It connected me more to the people in my life and the food on my plate.  I was essentially tapping into the real me: my truest self and i have learned to love her hard (mostly) and forgive her (always).  My time on the mat continues to serve as a  mini vacation: a time to check in and dump some ill fitting mental and physical stuff off.  I always leave the mat feeling incredibly restored and spacious.  

Creating space is something that has brewed into my life and into my business.  Our modern day world is filled to the brim with stuff that numbs us and cancels out any chance of human interaction.  We are living in excess and so this idea of minimalism of simplifying is really peaking our interest because at the end of the day we are super tired...stressed out....sick....unhappy...and constantly feeling like we need more more more.  

As a mother of 3, i assure you every day is a remembering to create space.  My days are mostly cluttered and busy and over stimulating so it requires a true commitment to doing the work.  To chose how to wind down, tidy the house, take a moment for myself.  No one does this for you...there are no magical fairies (sadly). 

Knowing how to create space in our internal and external environments is the key to well-being.  Today i am showing you how to create more space in your living environment.  Where we live effects our emotions.  The things that we have and have to take care of effects how we live out our days.  I want for you to live in a space that promotes creativity, health, and meaningful relationships. So....

Here is a quick little system to get a space feeling minimal and spacious:

1.  Pick one room....essentially the room you are most connected to

2. Without going in the room write down all the things you believe that you absolutely need in that room (ex. bedroom: a bed, nightstand, lamp, dresser, some books, jewelry, etc.)

3. Go into the room and now write down in a different column all of the other things in there

4. Compare the lists and move only the things you really really need from the EXTRAS column to the first ESSENTIALS column

5. Remove from the room the EXTRAS and donate, return to right place, or recycle/trash

6. Tidy what is now in the room... make sure it has a purpose and a place (ex. do you need 10 pillows on your bed?)

7. Admire your space.... note how you feel upon entering

8. Start another room

There you have it... I assure you this is instantly gratifying for the mind body and soul.  

Note: Your space will get messy and cluttered again...you are human.  I assure you that the less you have in your space the less tidying you will have to do. 

I would love to hear if you do this and if it works for you so share below! 

Need more personalized help? SIMPLIFY + REDESIGN FOR YOU SPACE is launching soon!

All love, 

Jax

Photo by Paul on Unsplash

A SIMPLE MORNING ROUTINE

Every morning is a fresh start.

My littlest is waking up more times than i care to mention and I even thought about how little i am even able to wake up and commit some time to myself.  But so is life and I know deep down the importance of having this time.  It doesn't have to be every day.  Maybe even do it on a weekend.  I post this as a gentle reminder to put some time on the calendar for yourself. TAKE BACK YOUR MORNINGS...take them back from your children, your computer, your 3 cups of coffee,  your innate desire to keep hitting snooze whatever keeps you from a little bit of a.m. time to yourself.  I promise you that if you can give this morning routine a go you will no doubt feel better, accomplish more things, choose healthy food, etc.  My answer to every ailment is always yoga + food and a good morning routine. Here is mine:

MORNING YOGA + AYURVEDA ROUTINE

Wake up half hour before the sun rises or earlier if you like (6am is perfect)

Drink lemon water or just water (keep some next to your bed)

Rise and use the bathroom followed by splashing your face (esp eyelids) with cool water

Put the kettle on and make some tea.  Mint is nice.  Grab a banana or something light to eat 

Roll out your mat and do some light yoga stretches followed by some deep breathing and or meditation *

Take a shower followed by a cool rinse (bonus if you dry brush and self oil beforehand)

Eat a nourishing breakfast (my favorite right now)

This routine takes no more than 30 minutes.  And if you have longer than 30 well than you can really enjoy each step.  IF you don't have even 30 minutes just take some time to stretch and breathe.  This can be as little as 10 minutes.  But i really challenge you take the 30.  You deserve it.

LOVELOVE, 

Jax

* I am putting together a video for two simple yoga sequences: One for AM and one for PM.  Check back soon for those!

Photo by Bekah Russom on Unsplash

HOW TO START LIVING HOLISTICALLY AND MINIMALLY

Living well seems easy enough.  There are so many books and articles and gadgets floating around out there, but instead of helping us they leave us confused and feeling judged.  So I am here to help you sort through all the stuff and simplify this lifestyle.  Its time YOU do YOU all while coming from a place of health and vibrancy and saucy-ness.  

Living holistically, to me, represents living with care and making choices suitable for YOUR whole being: mind...body...soul....and environment.  Taking care of yourself and the planet is is high on your list.  You make good choices to sustain that.  The real YOU is always vibrating high and flowing with the natural flux of your days and seasons. You apologize for nothing. You are in tune and thriving. Everything that you bring into your life is nourishing.

Living minimally, to me, is keeping that which surrounds you light and simple.  From your thoughts, to your things, to your environment to your exercise routine to the food on your plate.  It means saying no to things that don't serve you and being ok with letting things go.  Stress can arise from clutter.  Just take a room...clean it fully and see how you feel.  Clarity and health are always at the other end.  

The pieces of MY well-being pie:

+ nourishing whole food 

+ movement 

+ travel/adventure

+ a clean/simplified environment

+ creative work

+ owning my personal style

+ self love and beauty

+ a clear/calm/and present mind

+ adhering to the seasons through Ayurvedic wisdom

Small simple ideas for each piece above:

+ One plant-based meal per day

+ Start a Yoga and/or Meditation practice (this is my foundation you can read about it here)

+ Take a walk outside daily or drive a different way or take a weekend day trip and explore

+ Clean out your clothes closet to reveal a wardrobe that is undoubtedly YOU

+ Wear said wardrobe even to the grocery store

+ create something: write, sing, paint, start a business, cook, etc

+ Breathe/Mediate for 5 min or just 5 breaths daily

+ Always wake up with the sun

//Your wellness pie can be whatever combination suits you.  Remember the foundation to living and feeling well and functioning at a frequency that suits your soul so perfectly is always changing.  We are always changing and there is no one specific formula that works for everyone.  Support in the beginning is crucial to getting new habits in place.  Reach out for a SESSION to get started on living this soul affirming lifestyle. //

My mantra for you:

You are YOU today and that is beautiful and we as a collective universe thank you for that.  We do not judge you because we know you are choosing what is nourishing for yourself today and we stand by you. 

LOVELOVE,

Jax

HOLISTIC/ MINIMALIST/ MOTHERHOOD

I took a little break to gather my thoughts, have a baby, reconnect to me and essentially what i want to share in this space.  September is like a new beginning.  My soul is ready to teach again and i am so happy to be back.  

There are so many changes heading to this space but for now expect to see some posts on topics like:

+ revisiting what the practice of yoga REALLY is

+ seasonal routines 

+ short am and pm yoga practices

+ un-defining yourself

+ simple food recipes (seasonal)

+ a personal journey of being a mom with nomadic feet

+ a peak behind the scenes of starting a business

+ minimalism as a mother

+ how to begin a holistic lifestyle

and more of connecting to our wild, spiritual, feminine nature.

Hope to see you all here soon...interacting and asking questions and maybe just saying hi.  Please sign up below to stay connected...

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p.s.  this is not a photo of me....hang tight while i get all my ducks in a row and get some great pics of me and my brand.  xx