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Holidays are fast approaching! Here are some ideas that can simplify your gift shopping and bring a real benefit of "positivity" to your loved ones.
HEALTHY GIFTS:
Yoga gift certificates
Give that special someone an hour that can result in less stress, more strength and flexibility, lower blood pressure, improved lung capacity, a peaceful heart and a calm mind plus coping skills to take with them. Joyful Heart Yoga Certificates are available below:
These certificates are valid for one year at any Joyful Heart Yoga class. Be sure to include the shipping address when you order.
One Class - $15 (Great stocking-stuffer!)
Three Classes - $45
Ten Classes - $150
The gift of massage
Massage is not only relaxing, it's therapeutic. Massage softens hardened facia that impedes ease of movement, promotes circulation of lymph and other vital fluids, and helps eliminate toxins from the body. Most massage therapists offer gift certificates. My personal favorite is Sheri Bergen at Alexandria Myotherapy, 703-548-2270.
Healthy travel
If you want to give a luxurious gift, a yoga retreat in an exotic location can't be beat. Write to find out if there's still room in our Costa Rica trip this coming January. We do yoga, hike, kayak, snorkel, swim, dance, and more!
HEARTFUL GIFTS:
Some of the best things in life truly are free! Write someone a letter, poem, or song to tell them how important they are to you. Tell them what qualities they have that you cherish. This is what my broke college-age son did last year, and he was so excited about giving his meaningful gifts. A recent Yoga Journal article suggests writing each of the ways that you love someone on separate pieces of paper and putting them in a decorative container. You can be sure that these gifts will be saved and cherished for years to come!