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 elephantjournal.com reviews: Way Out Wax Candles.by elephantjournal dotcom on Jul 31, 2009 Soy…candles? Normal candles, if scented, are toxic when they burn. Get your romance on, naturally, with these here candles—so natural you could eat ‘em. (If you want to gag). Cleanliness is Glowiness. Soy. First it was edamame. Then it replaced petroleum-based inks (these very words, when they first appeared in elephant journal, were made up [...] 255 views |
 elephantjournal.com Reviews: Netflix video rental vs. supporting your local, independent video store.by elephantjournal dotcom on Jul 31, 2009 To Netflix Or Not To Netflix. I just signed up for Netflix. Why? ‘Cause I’m too undisciplined for cable, but I like to watch the occasional movie. And my local, independent video stores charge $4/per and gives you one, or at most two nights to return before late fees kick in. Netflix is simple. $18/month [...] 110 views |
 Wild Diversity: Women of Color Backpack and Practice Yoga in Yosemite ~ via Arin Trookby elephantjournal dotcom on Jul 10, 2009 The Balanced Rock Foundation A Yoga and Hiking Retreat for Women of Color via Arin Trook “Come to the edge,” the voices said. “We can’t, we’re scared.” “Come to the edge,” the voices said. “We can’t, we’re scared.” “Come to the edge,” They came. They were pushed… And they flew. The group of women head [...] 996 views |
Stretching Identity: Yoga and Islam ~ via Insiya Rasiwala-Finn.by elephantjournal dotcom on Jul 10, 2009 Is there an inherent conflict in practicing Yoga if you’re a Muslim? And, is yoga still yoga if it’s separated from its spiritual roots? By Insiya Rasiwala-Finn My earliest memories are of watching my father pray in the silence of the early morning. He would kneel on his prayer mat angled precisely westward, toward Mecca, [...] 1,267 views |
 Honey, I Shrunk our Home—and Carbon Footprint. ~ Shireen Qudosi.by elephantjournal dotcom on Jul 10, 2009 Small Living Makes Giant Strides: A Look at America’s Growing Small Living Movement ~ Shireen Qudosi In a super-sized obsessed age, we’ve now fallen into a belief that our home should also reflect a shift toward the grandiose. Yet this obsession with gigantism has completely dwarfed our sense of self. Whereas even meals used to [...] 430 views |
 Needles for Beauty: Constitutional Facial Rejuvenation Acupunctureby elephantjournal dotcom on Apr 11, 2009 For centuries acupuncture and traditional Chinese Medicine have been used to treat illness and promote health and wellness. Today, acupuncture continues to be known for its healing capabilities through restoring and balancing energy flow throughout the body. However, what most people may be unaware of is that acupuncture is also used to prevent aging through [...] 1,457 views |
 108 beads, Ashrivad, Jesus, Jews and MTV ~ Piyarra Kutta.by elephantjournal dotcom on Mar 31, 2009 Piyara Kutta Blog – Dharamsala, India March 2009 One thing that keeps coming to my attention is the fact that everyone here seems to value their spirituality. And not only do they value their own beliefs, they value yours and are respectful of that. It is a way of life as opposed as opposed to [...] 316 views |
 Earth Hour: Help save the planet on March 28th!by elephantjournal dotcom on Mar 23, 2009 Want to help save the planet? Good deal… me too! 669 views |
 This Week’s Top 10 Electronic Songs (Featuring Crystal Castles, Uffie, Booka Shade, M.A.N.D.Y, Crookers, and More)by elephantjournal dotcom on Mar 9, 2009 Today is Sunday and the road to next weekend looks long and winding…but have no fear! I’ve created a little playlist (see bottom of post) of my Top Ten favorite electronic songs of the day to help get you through the week. Dance on. ~ Bethany. #1. Crystal Castles vs. Uffie-Make it Hott #2. Booka Shade-Night Falls [...] 1,255 views |
 Beauty from the Outside In, a Look at Pevonia Botanicaby elephantjournal dotcom on Mar 4, 2009 We’ve always been told that beauty is on the inside- that it’s not always about how you look, but rather, about being a compassionate person and treating others in the way that you want to be treated yourself. That’s true and good and all, however, when it comes to the cosmetic and skincare industry, “beauty,” [...] 727 views |
 Fiesta Fashionby elephantjournal dotcom on Feb 22, 2009 Every August, the historic State Street in downtown Santa Barbara, California fills with dazzling parades, mariachi music, authentic Mexican mercados, rodeos and thousands of rowdy people wearing jumbo sombreros dancing and chanting, “Ole, Ole, Ole!” The weeklong Fiesta Celebration draws thousands of spectators to party in honor of the rich cultural heritage of the American [...] 358 views |
 elephantjournal.com review: Herbal Roots Eco-First Aid™: Natural Remedies for All .by elephantjournal dotcom on Feb 15, 2009 A first aid kit is a staple, something you should always have on hand “just in case” an injury occurs. For most, a first aid kit consists of your basics—pain reliever, gauze, band aids, antiseptic cream, etc. It’s what a first-aid kit is supposed to have, right? But what about those of us that [...] 1,118 views |
 Boulder Chamber of Commerce: for Kidz! [2140 Networking Party for Young Professionals]by elephantjournal dotcom on Feb 12, 2009 2140. What does that mean? Is it a password, a secret code of some sort? That’s what I asked when I learned about the “2140″ networking event put on by the Boulder Chamber of Commerce. After a little exploring, I discovered that “2140″ is the name of the event because it is a networking event for young professionals [...] 642 views |
 Punk Rock and Buddhism together…. who knew?by elephantjournal dotcom on Feb 11, 2009 Meet Heidi Minx, alternative punk rock personality, buddhist, and founder of Built on Respect. If you think Heidi is the first punk rocker with this attitude, think again. “ In fact, punk rock means EXEMPLARY MANNERS TO YOUR FELLOW HUMAN BEING.’ Joe Strummer, The Clash… “Built on Respect” has been a mantra for Heidi since her foray into [...] 385 views |
 Natalie Pritchett: The Freeze Response.by elephantjournal dotcom on Feb 6, 2009 Dr. Natalie Pritchett is a graduate of Logan College of Chiropractic and is certified by the International College of Applied Kinesiology. She is currently practicing at Duggan Chiropractic. The Freeze Response, and How We Can Take Control of Our Health. Could you have double-vision because you had to watch a close friend [...] 1,115 views |
 Oslo and biomethane team up to bring you crappy public transportation!by elephantjournal dotcom on Feb 4, 2009 You know what every city, large or small, has a lot of and not much to do with? Human waste. 274 views |
 Obama and his Blackberry…reunited in the White Houseby elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 29, 2009 President Barack Obama fought the hard battle, weathered the storm, and eventually prevailed. 394 views |
 Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Jewelry With History, Less Harm. ~ via Heather Marie Philipp.by elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 25, 2009 In this modern eco-conscious era, it seems many of us have finally begun to look at our every step, every consumption, every purchase. This weekend, I was inspired by the gorgeous antique jewelry I perused at a local Boulder, Colorado shop, Classic Facets. I was struck by the [...] 424 views |
 Acupuncture with Allie Dodge: A Mind, Body and Spirit Connection – Boulder, Coby elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 25, 2009 As an advocate of natural remedies, I’m always searching for alternative therapies to treat ailments and prevent illness. That’s why, facing a transition period in life (moving from outside Detroit to Colorado) and needing to “clear my head,” I recently looked into acupuncture at the recommendation of a friend. I’ve never had a fear of [...] 1,239 views |
 Obama’s official portrait mirrors his government philosophyby elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 24, 2009 When Barack Obama became the 44th President of the United States, “change” was the word everyone associated with the new administration. For many, having a technologically adept President was one of those welcome changes. So, when Obama’s official portrait was released, it was less than shocking to learn that it was the first time that [...] 728 views |
 Something that both your parents and your President have in common!by elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 24, 2009 They both use corded home phones, although they are probably speaking to entirely different people about entirely different subjects. 264 views |
 An Inauguration-inspired Poem ~ by Sweigh Emily Spilkin.by elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 24, 2009 Epigenetics Alice Walker on the radio with Amy Goodman, inauguration day 2009, said “Ancestors have the longest memories and they also see the farthest ahead.” She was talking about the slaves who built the Whitehouse, how they somehow knew that the bricks and mortar, the foundation and pillars, would someday house their own, light-bearing son. [...] 239 views |
 Is Tom’s of Maine still green? By Claire Burstein of The Feng Shui Fairy.by elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 23, 2009 Tom’s of Maine: Squeaky Clean or Just Squeaking By? by Claire Burstein, a.k.a. “The Feng Shui Fairy” I imagine that many health conscious folks out there naturally reach for Tom’s of Maine toothpaste. It makes sense, right? It’s so readily available, it’s in health food stores and supermarkets alike, it looks good, it tastes good, it’s [...] 1,701 views |
 The Path of Meditation. ~ via Frank Berliner (he’s back!) Falling in Love with a Buddha, a preview of forthcoming book!by elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 19, 2009 Dear elephantjournal.com readers, Columnists Peggy Markel, Mary Taylor, Carolyn Gimian, Abbey Smith and now Frank Berliner are back in our new, paperless manifestation. This one, Frank’s first since we left behind our print magazine for the www, is a special treat: a preview of his forthcoming, first, long-awaited book: “Dear Waylon… I’d promised to write [...] 1,193 views |
Spirituality knows no Name.by elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 19, 2009 Chogyam Trungpa, on “leaders of Humanity.” Over the centuries, there have been many who have sought the ultimate good and have tried to share it with their fellow human beings. To realize it requires immaculate discipline and unflinching conviction. Those who have been fearless in their search and fearless in their proclamation belong to the [...] 458 views |
 Tias Little on ‘From Form to Formlessness,’ for elephantjournal.comby elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 15, 2009 Tias Little is one of our longtime mentors-from-afar and friends. In fact, I interviewed him for the first time…way back…back when I was first getting involved in this racket, some 6.5 years ago, through my dear friend and Yoga in the Rockies pal Travis Robinson and Alison Litchfield. The second time, we sat in the [...] 1,297 views |
 Nau it’s time (ecofashion!)by elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 14, 2009 When the Portland, Oregon-based outdoor apparel company Nau made their debut in March 2007, I was thrilled to finally find a brand that I could stand behind and look good in. 1,087 views |
 Fear becomes Fearlessness ~via Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche [Buddhism, Carolyn Gimian]by elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 14, 2009 Being without fear, you create fear. The renown of fear cannot be feared. When through fear you examine yourself, You trample on the egg of fear. Fear & Fearlessness, by Chogyam Trungpa. The crazy wisdom approach to fear is to not regard it purely as a hang-up, but to realize that fear is intelligent. It [...] 2,533 views |
 Why I Heart Corepower Yoga, by Angela Coyle.by elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 13, 2009 “Sometimes you have to look hard at a person, and remember he’s doing the best he can.” – Ethel Thayer, from On Golden Pond. CorePower Yoga does just that. In an industry that ranges from selflessness to navel-gazing, CorePower Yoga manages to span the whole range while delivering, class after class, a client experience like no [...] 2,145 views |
 Pill Link to Infertile Men, say Collective of Ancient Virgins [Vatican].by elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 7, 2009 I don’t want to offend the Vatican, but it’s a bit like shooting fish in a barrel these days…but for the love of Pete, are you kidding me?! It just goes further and further to prove my point that when we allow a group of celibates determine our sexual mores (or our science of sexuality), [...] 357 views |
 Blue-Collar Mindfulness. ~ Daniel Kempling.by elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 5, 2009 “Where are my damn pliers? They were just in my hand a minute ago.” I storm around the job site, cursing the offending tool for its elusiveness…and myself for yet another incident of inattention. I’m supposed to be good at paying attention—certainly my press releases suggest so. Yet, I find my second career as [...] 429 views |
 Top Eco Ski Hills, via Pippa Sorley.by elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 3, 2009 This was originally published in elephant magazine a few years back. Now it’s a blog, on EcoTimes, and now we’re linking to that blog. Ah, good info goes round and round: When winter finally rolls around, I’m like a kid on Christmas eve. I count down the days and wait with bated breath for the [...] 330 views |
 Holiday Detox! with Organic India Tulsi Tea, Blackwell’s Organic desserts, Simply Boulder, DoshaCare ~ via Adriane Little.by elephantjournal dotcom on Jan 2, 2009 Holiday Detox: Want to Get Rid of Stress and the Blahs? The Holidays are wonderful, don’t get me wrong. They’re a great opportunity to spend quality time with family and friends, and are the one time of year when everyone gathers in the same place to share and reconnect. As relaxing and wonderful the Holidays [...] 2,047 views |
 The Full Stop of Christmas—reflections of a Buddhist on a Christian Holiday. ~via Catherine Fordhamby elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 26, 2008 Catherine Fordham, a second-gen American Buddhist or ‘Dharma Brat,’ lives and works in New York City. Christmas is not my holiday. It was not my saviour born on this night, it is not my church that gathers, not my family at Mass. And yet, as a Buddhist on Christmas Eve, I can’t help but feel something. [...] 935 views |
 I see your True Colours…and that’s why I love you! ~Joana Smith [Holiday Attire]by elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 26, 2008 I had a vision of an amazing dress! And I was wearing it! Everyday after Abilene and I splash around in the lily pond we ask ourselves how we feel, and then we try to dress that way. This is what we’ve learned… Abilene usually wants to wear flowers. And sometimes, she wants her skirt [...] 411 views |
 The Lowery Revelation—and Gay Marriage vs. Civil Unions ~ Part II, via Danny Fisher.by elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 25, 2008 There’s a new twist in the flap over President-Elect Obama’s inauguration that I wrote about for elephant journal earlier this week. Rev. Joseph Lowery, the civil rights icon and co-founder (with the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.) of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, who will be offering the benediction at the ceremony, now states, despite [...] 508 views |
 Now that’s a recipe for Makin’ Love! ~Joana Smith [Holiday Recipes]by elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 24, 2008 Who took the first bite? It doesn’t really matter, Now we all have to figure out what to do about it. Planet blue… Bill McKibben says in his interview with Waylon Lewis of elephant journal that we must start a movement. “Am I part of the cure, or am I part of the disease?” – [...] 318 views |
 Brotha’, Can You Spare a Dime? Not me, but… ~Joana Smith [Holiday Gift Ideas, Cuffs, Beads]by elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 23, 2008 Want to make like Scrooge (by the end of Christmas Carol) and give back? In order to harvest your stuff for Holiday giving, first have a look around and see what you have! Looking, you will usually find some extra stuff. My little Abilene mixing up the pearls: Your stuff will be as endless as your [...] 263 views |
 Jupiter Goes Debilitated. What Does This Mean? ~Sarah J. Millerby elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 23, 2008 If you are a Jyotish geek like myself, then you are probably already aware that Jupiter (Guru) has recently gone into its debilitation sign, Capricorn, as of December 9th. Let’s break this down. For the non-astrologically fluent, what does this mean? How will this affect the next thirteen months of our lives? Jupiter is called [...] 1,850 views |
 On Rick Warren … and Reverend Lowery … and LGBT Rights … and Obama’s Inauguration. ~Danny Fisher.by elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 21, 2008 Hope in Rev. Lowery ~ by Danny Fisher Speaking at a function held in Kansas on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day two years ago, the Rev. Dr. Joseph E. Lowery, the civil rights icon and founder (with Dr. King) of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, said: We must call the nation to…include those excluded, to [...] 2,028 views |
 The New Recycling Revolution gets a flag! ~via Joana Smith [2006 CPU Protest in Paris, Repurposing]by elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 19, 2008 I was looking at the pictures of the protest in Paris, and realizing that the reason why it was beautiful, was because of all of the flags and colours! We have Aunt Winnie’s colors with us still today, and Carole King, Abilene wanted to donate this old shower curtain to help make the revolution of recycling [...] 276 views |
 Real food for school lunches? ~via Laura Ruby. [Ann Cooper, Growe Foundation]by elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 19, 2008 Do you know what your kid (or niece, nephew, or neighbor) had for lunch at school this week? Living in what many consider one of the most eco and green towns in the country (yes, Boulder, Colorado), I might expect something involving a salad, a little fresh fruit, Horizon organic milk and a tempeh burger. [...] 1,218 views |
 With All That We’ve Learned…~via Joana Smith [Recycling, Revolution, Cuffs]by elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 16, 2008 With all that we’ve learned, I think it might be the wisest thing, to start a Revolution… of Recycling! Actually, Abilene Plum and I have already been having a Recycling Revolution for the past 11 months by making people cuffs out of recycled materials like the contents of my grandma’s “surprise closet,” and Sarahdawn’s high [...] 393 views |
 Your Reusable Shopping Bag: Not So Green After All? CUBS Bags may be the answer.by elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 11, 2008 Grocery shopping at Whole Foods has become a cult-like activity. Everyone carries around the same reusable (yet not made of eco materials, and not truly recyclable) 99 cent Whole Foods bag that they bought a couple months back when this whole ‘ban plastic bags‘ kick (finally) happened. Now, it’s great that Whole Foods is selling [...] 643 views |
 Every School Can Become Fair Trade! ~via Scott Jamesby elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 11, 2008 School Year: Going Fair-Trade. The dog days of summer are well behind us. The perennial concerns of homework, holiday schedules, cold weather, staying cozy have returned. This can be the most exciting time of the year for parents—and not just because the kids are out of the house! Every school year brings challenges and achievements [...] 245 views |
 Would You Like Wine With That? The Perplexing Coexistence of Alcohol & Yoga via Sarah J. Miller.by elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 11, 2008 Has anyone else noticed how alcohol and yoga have become so casually intertwined? I can recall a great number of recent events where I encountered yoga and alcohol mixing. From yoga studio openings, to yoga clothing store events, to the beverages served after big name yoga workshops—the bevies are present. There are even specific yoga workshops [...] 1,169 views |
 Politics and the Good Lifeby elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 11, 2008 I believe it was Aristotle who said “Man is a political animal”. This was not so much a aphoristic sort of reflection on human social life. No. This was as close to a scientific statement about the human condition as was possible at the time. Other animals are social animals, some animals are swimming animals, [...] 227 views |
 The 100% Solar Heated Home [Article & Photos via Paul Shippee]by elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 11, 2008 On a clear sunny day in southern Colorado the sky is turquoise and there is enough solar radiation falling on your home to supply all your domestic energy needs. To examine the feasibility of a 100% solar heated home, we’ll focus here on how to achieve that for your space heating needs and hot water [...] 1,705 views |
 Boulder, Benares, Bodhgaya and The Beatles. ~via Shane Scaglione [Varanasi, India, Buddhism vs. Hinduism]by elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 3, 2008 Photo: varanasicity.com “There are two kinds of people in this world: those who have been to India and those who haven’t.” ~ Lonely Planet Asia “The more you travel, the less you know.” ~ George Harrison Buddhism and Hinduism are two great religions, so was Beatle Mania. John Lennon called The Beatles bigger than Jesus, [...] 701 views |
 Chipotle Exploits Farm Workers ~via Patrick Kelsall [Modern Slavery, Conscious Consumerism, Campaign for Fair Trade Food]by elephantjournal dotcom on Dec 2, 2008 Photo from Laura Martinez. The below letter is by Patrick Kelsall. elephant journal welcomes any and all comment from those who may feel the entire picture is not fairly-represented—after all, the below is simply about fairness! Apparently the integrity in Chipotle Mexican Grill’s “Food with Integrity” doesn’t seem to extend beyond their slick branding. The [...] 582 views |
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