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Not a Resolution But a Mindful Intention

Jan 2
2 min

Not a Resolution But a Mindful Intention

By Vicki Patterson One thing I ask myself this time of year is what do I want to cultivate in the coming year. When we are all taking stock of where we are and what we want out of life, look out into nature and observe how she shows us that it’s our opportunity to go within and seek alignment with ourselves. This is also a great time to focus on gratitude and nurturing what we love. Instead of setting goals, think about your daily intentions. Setting your daily intentions not

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Vicki Patterson

Dec 2, 2022
5 min

An Intro To The Chakras

By Vicki Patterson The 7 Chakras Chakras are commonly described as energy centers that correspond to various organs and nerves in the body. Energy (known as prana in the yogic tradition) flows through the chakras. When a body is balanced, energy flows freely and can be energizing, revitalizing, and peaceful. First Chakra—Muladhara The first chakra, Muladhara, sits at the base of the spine and is associated with the element of earth and the color red. Referred to as the root c

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Don't Kill The Weeds! An Intro To Foraging and Medicinal Plants

Vicki Patterson

Nov 28, 2022
4 min

Don't Kill The Weeds! An Intro To Foraging and Medicinal Plants

By Vicki Patterson Spending time in the garden, making my herbal loose leaf teas blends while studying and watching plants, I learned something new. I learned how medicinal weeds are. As you see in the picture above we had a really nice volunteer crop of chamomile come up, so that inspired me to not pull anything else that came up until I identified and researched the benefits. What I found out was so inspiring! As you’ve been following my posts, you know I’ve been an avid g

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Vicki Patterson

Nov 26, 2022
1 min

Plant Intelligence

Nature has an innate knowledge and our world is a living being, both intelligent and aware. Plants have evolved over millions of years to become dynamic, highly developed complex beings. With their neutral networks and various methods of communication, they perceive and interact with their environment and both complete and collaborate with other forms of life, including fungi, insects, bacteria, viruses and other plants. Our society is wholly inter-dependent on the plant comm

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Vicki Patterson

Nov 25, 2022
1 min

☀️We Eat The Sun

Through photosynthesis plants absorb the sun. As we eat plants, we harvest energy of the sun and, dust, life force. Leaving foods provide us with the few are cells need to live life with vitality. Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight, water and chlorophyll to create oxygen and food. The structure of chlorophyll is close to that of hemoglobin, the oxygen molecule in our blood. Chlorophyll has a magnesium molecule, whereby hemoglobin has an iron mole

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Vicki Patterson

Nov 24, 2022
1 min

Energy Medicine

We can increase the healing energy of our bodies through practices that move and increase the life force within us. Curative modalities that affect our energy system include yoga, Reiki, chakra balancing, acupuncture and movement practices (asanas). These ancient practices have been used for centuries to promote wellness. Because our emotions and thoughts play such a critical role in our health, taking time for daily meditation and breathing techniques (pranayama) is a simple

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Vicki Patterson

Sep 20, 2022
2 min

Reiki Healing

By Vicki Patterson The word Reiki describes the free passage and transference of universal life force energy. “Rei”- means “universal wisdom” “Ki “means - “life force energy.” Reiki is a universal, graceful and compassionate energy that can heal on many levels. As it flows through the recipients body, it will deeply relax, balance and calm their energy system. But reiki can do much more than this. All of our energy systems are linked, I.e. mind, body, spirit; each of these sy

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Vicki Patterson

Dec 20, 2021
1 min

All While Standing On Top Of My Board

All while standing on top of my board. In harmony with nature, feeling at peace and one with the rhythm of the ocean, as breezy as the wind, as solid as the ground, as fluid as the water. Gaining this perspective from standing on top of the ocean on a 4” piece of foam 2 miles offshore, no humans for as far as the eye can see. Listening and being guided by my natural surroundings. Witnessing the perfection of it all. All while standing on top of my board. My heart opens, sense

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Vicki Patterson

Feb 6, 2021
2 min

My Love Affair 💙🌊

I just read an article titled ~ Signs That You’re in a Committed Relationship Since I answered Yes to each 'Sign,' I guess it’s safe to say I’m in a relationship! Here are the 'Signs' below…⬇️⬇️ 1. You Spend Significant Time Together Answer: Haha Yes! Maybe more than most people. I can’t wait to wake up and spend time together. And I don’t like to be apart for too long. 2. You Have a Key. Answer: Yes, I let myself in all the time. 3. You Don’t Shun Social Media Shout-Outs An

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Plastic Detox Diet ~ Tips To Living Plastic Free

Vicki Patterson

Jan 6, 2021
3 min

Plastic Detox Diet ~ Tips To Living Plastic Free

“Its time for us as a people to start making some changes, let's change the way we eat, let's change the way we live, and let's change the way we treat each other." Tupak Shakur He sure was onto something! The reason why diets and challenges don’t seem to stick is because they’re meant to help change a behavior pattern and help start good habits. You may learn a thing or two about yourself while on those challenges but for the most part people seem to look forward to the end

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Vicki Patterson

Sep 15, 2020
1 min

The Beginning of Stand Up Paddle Girl

My beautiful daughter Kandi shot and edited this short vid about the start of my self discovery journey. Let me know what you think in the comments below! • • • • #StandUpPaddleGirl #StandUpPaddleboard #YogaLife #BoatLife #Sailing #Sailboat #CatalinaYacht #Sailor #WomenWhoSail #Yacht #DanaPointHarbor #SelfDiscovery #SelfLove #OceanSteward #ASeafarersJourney #SweetAndSalty #Maverick #WaterGirl #WaterWoman #HolisticHealing

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Kandi’s Iced Matcha Latte with Homemade Lavender Syrup

Vicki Patterson

Aug 5, 2020
2 min

Kandi’s Iced Matcha Latte with Homemade Lavender Syrup

Guest Food Blogger and Daughter makes the house smell so good everyday! Your New Go-To Summer Drink! I love this drink. I love matcha and I recently found out that I love lavender syrup with it! This recipe consists of only a few ingredients too, which makes for a simple recipe and directions. You will need matcha powder(I purchased mine at Sprouts), hot water, almond milk(or any type of milk), ice cubes, and lavender syrup(here is the exact recipe I followed to make mine). O

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Vicki Patterson

Jul 24, 2020
2 min

The Glamorous Life of Picking Up Trash

Picking up trash isn’t glamorous. But, I get more satisfaction from it than getting all dolled up for an event! What started out as a no brainer to pick up a few pieces while out enjoying our natural world and getting in connection with myself, quickly turned into documenting my daily clean up. I found myself at first having difficulty walking or paddling past it and now I can’t. My ‘workouts’ have turned to 'clean ups.' It was an eye opening experience. The more I picked up,

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Vicki Patterson

Apr 30, 2020
3 min

Self Love Mastery Classes Coming Soon!

Self Love Mastery Research studies show that Self Love improves all aspects of our life. By developing these skills you’ll cultivate the connection with your inner being, which will lead to flourishing and thriving in life and well beingness. Self love is not narcissistic, selfish or vain. It’s quite the opposite in that it is humble, modest and embodies a complete sense of humility. Defined, it’s an appreciation of one’s own worth or virtue. So how do you get to the point

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Vicki Patterson

Apr 25, 2020
1 min

Inspired to Create an Organic Garden

There was an article in a Sunset Magazine that inspired me to change the way I looked at my yard forever. The article had beautiful pics and a story of a young child picking breakfast from his yard. He went to the chicken coop pulled out fresh eggs and put them in a basket along with peppers, tomatoes, lettuce and herbs. He brought that basket to his mother and she made breakfast for her the family with it. It was then I decided my yard was going to provide for my family the

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Vicki Patterson

Apr 23, 2020
1 min

Medicinal Effects from the Sun

Enjoying the medicinal effects from the sun. Research studies show before antibiotics, sunlight was used to speed up the healing of wounds because it is an efficient germ killer. (Ref. Dr Marga Boyani.) Sun avoidance is as hazardous to your health as smoking. Sunlight triggers release of the ‘feel good’ hormone serotonin, which other than controlling your sleep pattern, body temperature and sex drive, lifts your mood and helps ward off depression. Safe, regular sun exposure c

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Vicki Patterson

Mar 28, 2020
5 min

Food As Medicine

Nourish Your Body I was raised with the expression, You Are What You Eat. Consuming fewer processed foods can lead to better brain and emotional health. Good health is best supported by eating a variety of nutritious foods every day. 16 Superfoods Dark Leafy Greens - Folate, Zinc, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Vitamin C, Fiber. Can be found in Kale, Swiss Chard, Collard Greens, Turnip Greens, Spinach. Berries - Vitamins, Minerals, Fiber and Antioxidants. Raspberries, strawberries

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Self Love and Self Care to Help with Anxiety

Vicki Patterson

Mar 24, 2020
1 min

Self Love and Self Care to Help with Anxiety

Self Love is so important during this time of global uncertainty. Fear and anxiety can wreck havoc on our physical health, triggering a fight or flight response and puts the body on alert. Anxiety has been implicated in several chronic physical illnesses, including heart disease, chronic respiratory disorders, and gastrointestinal conditions. This is an important time in giving yourself a lot of self love. Standing in your power and opening your heart. Remember the opposite o

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Vicki Patterson

Mar 22, 2020
2 min

The Healing Powers of Nature

There’s scientific proof to why the expression, “Nature is the Best Medicine” is true. Studies of the brain have concluded there’s an electrochemical change that occurs producing a calming, relaxed and meditative state that occurs from being outdoors. Below is a list of 20 proven facts, any one of these reasons is enough for me to want to get outside! 1.The healing energy is abundant at the beach. Due to the salt (a natural energy cleanser) and moving air, the ocean and beach

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What's The Number One Item Found on Beaches and Roadways?

Vicki Patterson

Mar 10, 2020
1 min

What's The Number One Item Found on Beaches and Roadways?

Do you know what the #1 item found on beaches and roadways is? No, it’s not plastic straws…..it’s cigarette butts. (1) Smokers around the world buy roughly 6.5 trillion cigarettes each year. That’s 18 billion every day. (2) In fact, close to 5 trillion cigarettes are discarded each year into the environment, making them the most littered item on Earth. It’s not just little pieces of paper and cotton like the Big Tobacco companies want you to believe. Cigarette filters, are ma

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