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BuddhiBox Monthly Subscription Review – December 2015 Box

BuddhiBox Monthly Subscription Review – December 2015 Box

When we are children we do not think that the words that people say to use can hurt us. The sad part is that words many times words can hurt more than the largest weapon. Each night we watch the news, and each night we marvel at the amount of crimes and stories that could have a different outcome had words been used instead of the alternative weapons.

I was a young girl when I learned that words can hurt and to choose my words wisely. I apply this to each aspect of my life, and I am blessed that my husband does the same. We were both bullied in school and now how kind words can make a world of change and mean words can ruin your day. That is one reason I look forward to my monthly BuddhiBox – these are messages that are important in the yoga and real world.

I recently received the December BuddhiBox and I am again pleased and thrilled. Earlier in the year, I had the opportunity to review previous boxes (click here) and they are always a fun adventure in the yoga/healthy living lifestyle. The message is always one of compassion, and understanding and living a pure life.

This month we are back to the familiar bright green tissue paper carefully covering this months treasures. This month came with 4 cardboard information cards that are in full color and on thick glossy card stock. The first card was the Yoga pose of “Garland Pose” that shows the pose in full color, as well as the benefits and directions about the pose. These pose cards are made especially for BuddhiBox by a company called Yogicards. There is a recipe for a “Broccoli Hemp Potato Salad” that is made using 15 ingredients – 6 being spices that when put together creates a fresh, healthy and flavorful salad. The final information card included was a box manifest and on the other side the following quote:

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BuddhiBox Monthly Subscription Review – November 2015 Box

BuddhiBox Monthly Subscription Review – November 2015 Box

The truth of the matter is that we humans are only on this earth for a short time, and unless we make a impact or a change generation ahead are going to be in a worse world then now. My husband was taught a lesson in camping, that I believe applies to life – Leave the campsite better then you found it. I think that this is really a lesson that applies to everyday life, not just once a year.

If we continue our destructive and somewhat careless lifestyles, then we are leaving a worse world for generations to come. We need to continue the kindness to others, continue to learn about things we do not understand, and pass on the good in human nature then things are going to get worse. That is one reason I look forward to my monthly Buddhi Box – these are messages that are important in the yoga world.

I recently received the November Buddhi Box and I am beyond impressed. Earlier in the year, I had the opportunity to review previous boxes (click here) and they are always a fun adventure in the yoga lifestyle. The message is always one of compassion, and understanding and living a pure life.

After the breast cancer theme of last month, we are back to the familiar bright green tissue paper. This month came with 3 cardboard information cards that are in full color and on thick glossy card stock. The first card was the Yoga pose of “Scale Pose” that shows the pose in full color, as well as the benefits about the pose. These pose cards are made especially for BuddhiBox – click here for a interview with their creator. There is a recipe for a “Pumpkin Spice Cashew Cups” that is made using only 5 ingredients that creates pumpkin spice cashew cups that are similar in shape to cupcakes. The final information card included was a box content listing and on the other side the following quote:

You have no cause for anything but gratitude and joy – The Buddha

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BuddhiBox Monthly Subscription Review – October 2015 Box

BuddhiBox Monthly Subscription Review – October 2015 Box

When I was a young girl I was not 100% on how puberty worked and as all my friends were growing out and maturing in the chest region, I stay relatively flat chested. I had many jokes headed my way and wondered if I would ever be like my breast lucky friends. As luck would have it, in my early 20’s my metabolism balanced out and I began to gain weight … in my breasts! I apparently gain weight in the chest first, then the rear and then the fat goes where ever it wants.

Jason and I are similar to many other households in that we have been personally affected by breast cancer and breast issues. During all those days of wishing it never occurred to me that breasts come with their own set of issues. I have had a couple family members fight the various stages of cancer and I have been affected by benign lumps that have their own name of Fibrocystic Breast Disease. The lumps I have generally do not turn to cancer, but each lump gets me worried because breast cancer runs heavily in my family.

October is an important month for our household so when I received the October 2015 BuddhiBox my heart was filled with joy. Earlier in the year, I had the opportunity to review previous boxes (click here) and they are always thoughtful and thought-provoking. The message is always one of compassion, and understanding and living a pure life.

I surprised when I opened the box and instead of the typical bright green tissue paper again I was greeted with a bright pink paper and found myself even more eager than usual to tear the paper and delve into the box. This month came with 3 cardboard information cards that are in full color and on thick glossy card stock. The first card was the Yoga pose of “Heart Chakra Pose” that shows the pose in full color, as well as the benefits about the pose with a pick border. These pose cards are made especially for BuddhiBox. There is a recipe for a “Benihana’s Fried Rice with Tofu” that is made using 12 ingredients that is basically a vegetarian fried rice that uses Sriracha to add taste. The final information card included was a box content listing and on the other side the following quote:

When you seek love with all you heart, you shall find its echoes in the Universe – Rumi

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Moon Magic Box Review

Let me start by saying that the products featured in this post were provided to me free of charge courtesy of Moon Magic Box. This post may have affiliate links but this in no way will influence the review to follow and all opinions are my own.

Moon Magic Subscription Box – August 2015 Review and Giveaway

I will be honest and admit I know almost nothing about Chakras and stones. If I am being completely honest I will also tell you that I am not 100% sure that stones work – but I am open-minded enough to learn.

The first thing I wanted to know was what are the chakras, what area of the body it uses and it;s effect. A Chakra is an energy point or mode in the subtle body (which is your mind, intelligence and ego) not the physical body. There are 7 Chakra points and each has its own objective. The 1st Chakra is the Root Chakra which is at the base of the spine (tailbone area specifically) and it represents our foundation and the feeling of being grounded. The 2nd is the Sacral Chakra is located in the lower abdomen (about 2 inches below the navel) and represents connection and ability to accept others and new experiences. The 3rd is the Solar Plexus located in the upper abdomen in the stomach and represents the ability to be confident and in control of our own lives. The 4th is the Heart Chakra located in the center of the chest above the heart and represents our ability to love. The 5th Chakra is the Throat located in the throat and represents ones ability to communicate. The 6th Chakra is the 3rd eye which is located in the forehead between the eyes and represents the ability to not only see but also focus on the big picture. The 7th and final Chakra is the Crown located on the top of the head and is the highest chakra and represents ones ability to be fully connected spiritually.

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21 Drops: Daily Dose Set Review

Let me start by saying that the products featured in this post were provided to me free of charge courtesy of 21 Drops . This post may have affiliate links but this in no way will influence the review to follow and all opinions are my own.

21 Drops: Daily Dose Set Review

It is no secret that essential oils and their many benefits are in our vocabulary and consciousness. Through the climb and popularity of essential oils, we learn about many plants that we may have otherwise ignored. There are many plants that have benefits that are yet to be discovered, but what has been found is potentially life altering.

I received a the Daily Dose Pack from 21 Drops which contained 3 blends that were 3 ML each. If you wanted these individually they come in .25 Oz vials as well. Each of 21 Drops Essential Oil Therapy is numbered and has its own purpose, with 21 different variations, thus the name 21 Drops.

The Daily Dose Pack I received had 01 – Invigorate which contains Cedar Wood Oil, Rosemary Leaf Oil, Black Pepper Dried Fruit Oil, Juniper Fruit Oil which are used to stimulate circulation, aid in motivating and energizing. I also received 09 – Focus which contains Rosemary Leaf Oil, Peppermint Leaf Oil, Frankincense. When these 3 are combined it help’s with promoting concentration and in gaining precision for tasks. The final one included in this Daily Dose Pack was 18 – Sleep which contained Sandalwood Oil, Ylang Ylang Flower Oil, Palmarosa Grass Oil and Vetiver Root Oil which all helps to sedate and soothe.

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Mystical Mojo Box Review – August 2015

Mystical Mojo Subscription Box Review and Giveaway

Whenever I hear the word mojo I am brought back to Austin Powers and when he lost his mojo. In the movie it is described as ones life forced, your essence and the right stuff. Mojo is defined in the dictionary as “the art of proactive of casting magic spells, magic and voodoo”. I like to think of mojo as somewhere in the middle – it is not quite magic, but when you get your own mojo going it can make all the difference in the world to your outlook.

The Mystical Mojo box chooses 3-8 items each month that work together to create a theme. The themes are anything from “Gratitude” to this months theme of “Grounding”. What the theme means is according to the enclosed box “when we are grounded we have a more conscious experience of everyday life, with a higher or more all-rounded awareness”.

I did not know what to expect when I received this 8×8 box in my mailbox, and I was pleasantly surprised when I opened the box. The first thing I noticed was the postcard manifest that announced this months theme as well as listing the contents of the box. In this months box were various stones, incense, incense burner plate, a cloth and a Crystal Grid pattern for the Grounding ritual. Included in this months box were the following:

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