How to order a chai when travelling.

Day 1 How to order a Chai Tea and what to look out for?! 

 

It's my number one problem, finding authentic Spice Chai, it's been solved By travelling with my own chai spices, but every time I travel I still fantasise about one day being able to order a authentic chai tea brewed with home made almond milk creamy and 😋 tasty but for know for a few more years as we globally evolve health and vitality Chai is still hard to source at airports and even most cafes, use that terrible *powder or syrup. 

Always know what you are drinking!

Quality in, quality peak performance out! 

Nicky's Chai Tips when travelling 

 

1. Carry Chai Tea Spice blend ( buy mine online  for your next trip) in a travel cup, preferably one with strainer.

2. Remember when checking in international no liquids allowed through customs. I had to tip my tea out but because my blend is very strong, the next couple or brews are usually perfect.

3. Load a couple of tablespoons so you can forget about having to measure out more and make mess. All you have to do is add more hot water. The air hosts are more than willing to do this for you. Sip away at your turmeric chai while flying on long flights will help with circulation, energy, focus and wellbeing. 

4. When you land and I between flights or hungry ask a safe to make a almond milk latte ( of soy if you can't get almond) honey and cinnamon. Then add 1/4 of a cup of 1/3 of your already brewed chai. 

5. Looking for a treat to go with you almond chia, look out for RAW BARS I fully endorse this product as. It's what I would make, made from almomnds, dates, cacao and coconut oil. Or if in NZ look for 'wishbone' takeaway healthy bites and food. They have quinoa salads and other options. Just be very careful at addd sauces, condiments. 

6. It's not about calorie counting, I have never counted calories, nature was provided for us to eat wholesome, not restrict. 

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How to Meditate.

How can meditation help you live in the present moment?

NICKY ARTHUR·THURSDAY, JUNE 15, 2017

Meditation is one of those practices people don't value enough or want to fit it into their busy
day. My own experience is when we are balanced we don't feel we need to meditate so we can
stray from the practice, and then all of a sudden... BOOM you feel stressed again or maybe 
not balanced, not feeling content with life or you may have pressure or a demanding job, 
environment, partner, family, children wanting all your attention and then you STOP and want
to BREATHE or as most people feel, want to run or escape from the stress. Meditation can help you at the times of your life you feel you haven't got anything else to help
you. Have you ever sat with yourself, turned off your phone, notice how distracted you are in 
your mind or even your body. I was the worst for this as a child, my Mum and Dad often told 
me to sit still have you got ants in your pants, you can sit still for 5 mins. Now days I can get 
myself in a deep state of meditation and don't want to leave it. It is the best feeling in the world and after you come out of your practice you seem to get more done, quicker and more efficient with clarity and clear sense of direction. If you are in the middle of making a big decision Meditation is 
really the best tool to practice before making that decision. Learning to pause, before reacting.
In todays busy world, meditation can help you feel more present and not living in the past or 
future. It can help increase your inner peace and happiness. I know in ten years time more 
people will be valuing and respecting this ancient practice more and more as our world speeds
ups an change quicker than ever. Just think about how far we have come with technology in the past 10 years. When I go married in my late 20's My husband and I opened an email account,
HOTMAIL. Then 6 years later we opened Facebook accounts... not sure that was a great idea 
for relationships, it sure did come with distractions, and that is when I began my journey of MEDITATION. I have to say both of us gave meditation together. It really helps you increase 
your health and vitality, clear your mind and help with overwhelm when juggling a hundred 
things at once.

Living in the present moment can help manage stress, and help you feel more balanced. But 
how do we do it around such a busy and demanding world?

Practising meditation allows you to become centered in the present moment. It encourages you 
to have mind and body awareness. It teaches clarity of mind, stillness, and relaxation. It makes
you feel the serenity in your core, with a sense of being more grounded and centred. You have 
focus and your concentration is a lot clearer. Overall, you do become more productive. It will 
also raise your threshold for dealing with challenging, stressful situations.

Meditation is not hard. You don’t need knowledge, it just takes practice. It’s a case of sitting or
lying down, staying completely still and relaxed. The aim is to control your breathing, allowing it to become deeper, without falling asleep. You still have full consciousness, clarity of mind and 
you’re finding your stillness in mind and body. I like to call it finding grace. Letting go of any thoughts, acknowledging them, then returning to your breath.

How to be a Happier Mum e book coming soon...

How to meditate 

1. Get tasks done beforehand or try writing them down, so they are not on your mind.
2. Turn phone off/take clock away from room, remove your watch.
3. Soft lighting like candlelight. Burn calming oil in your oil burner to help you fully relax.
4. Take off your shoes.
5. Come to a comfortable seated position or lie down. Use music or a guided meditation CD to help you train your mind and body to relax. 
6. Close your eyes.
7. If you are cross legged and seated, try to have your hips higher than knees. Put a pillow or cushion under your buttocks to lift your hips, or try having your back against a wall until  you become more familiar and comfortable with the pose.

1. Realise meditating can have an effect on your emotions, be aware you may feel emotional 
   or tearful after—it is okay, it’s a good thing, emotions are being released out of your body.
   For many people this can be the first time they sit with themselves and hear their inner 
   voice. Your mind will be busy and thoughts will drop into your mind and often flit from 
   thought to thought. Your job is to try LET THEM GO and keep coming back to your breath 
   and stillness. It doesn't mean you can no acknowledge the thoughts, but try your best to not
   get caught up into a conversation or story about the thought. Try to master the stillness of
   the mind, the brain and use a mantra such as ‘I am ‘ to help you come in to the present 
   moment.
2. ‘I am... content!’ ‘I am worthy!” “I am grateful” “ I am enough” “I am relaxed”

You can use my guided meditation CDs and music to help you at the start. The results from 
meditation are truly impressive, so start practising for five minutes today and build up to 
15- 30mins. You may be quietly surprised how meditation helps you gain control of your time 
back in your life.

To Down load my guided meditation click here its only $5.75 and you can begin with the 
15 min quick fix, its awesome for busy people with a busy mind.

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Namaste

Nicky

Raw Pad Thai - Nourish You Body this Winter.

Pad Thai

Here is my version or a Raw pad Thai. The zucchini replaces the noodles and the coconut lime dressing giving it a lovely zest and Thai taste. Bell peppers are high in Vitamin C; they contain fibre, protein and iron. I love the colours created in this dish, colour your life by adding a variety of colours to your nutrition. 

Serves 4

2 zucchini (courgettes), spiralised
1 carrot, spiralised
2 cups (1 lb/450 g) beansprouts
1 yellow capsicum (bell pepper), sliced 4 spring onions (scallions), diced
3⁄4 cup (3 oz/85 g) cashews, chopped
1⁄2 cup fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1 tablespoon olive oil
1⁄4 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt or Celtic sea salt 1/3 cup mint leaves, to garnish
For the Coconut and Lime Dressing
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 tablespoon fresh turmeric, grated (shredded)
1⁄2 tablespoon fresh root ginger, grated (shredded)
Juice of 4 limes
1 teaspoon manuka honey  2 tablespoons coconut kefir or coconut milk

Method

To make the dressing, blend all the ingredients until smooth in the bowl of a food processor or blender.
To make the pad Thai, tip all the ingredients into a large bowl, season to taste, then add the beansprouts, peppers, spring onion and cashew nuts.
Stir the dressing through the vegetables. Garnish with fresh mint leaves 

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Namaste

Nicky 

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One change at a Time

One change at a Time. 🙏🏻 👌🏻

Are you looking for Instant Relaxation,  Deep Yoga Stretches and Spine Bends – Core & Upper Body Strength 

Yoga is a spiritual path that leads to your core authentic centre of yourself.

As your online Yoga Coach, I see my role as helping you to make healthier choices and encouraging your to take action daily to realise your goals and dream life style.

If we have the knowledge and tools and desire to change then we are best positioned to make affirmative changes in our life. 

Yoga can be your tool, your daily practice helping you to find you, recreate yourself and your life. It helps you increase self esteem, faith, love and abundance in your life. Yoga re aligns your posture, heals and changes your life for the better. My workouts will guide you as a beginner, intermediate or advance student. 

 

The yoga  journey  takes you through valleys of darkness where you will meet anxiety, fear, sadness, anger, pride, jealousy and much more on the way.

Deep happiness is something you can not seek through external achievements alone, yoga can be a great tool to discover and help you look within to cultivate the tool of the equanimous mind so that you can be strong and be brave.

Once you arrive at the center of yourself and wake up, and awakening process unfolds  of light, knowledge, peace and love fills your heart, inner beauty, love and  happiness radiates. 

Practice practice practice until your world changes. Practice until there is nothing left but the pure joy of surrender, surrender to let go of all evil and negativity, surrender to the things you can’t change and embrace the things you can. ​ Believe in yourself through the power of yoga and meditation and  Practice every day with me.  Never give up.

Namaste 

Nicky xx

 

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DIY Skin Ritual

 I just wanted to share with you another home remedy tip I use frequently on my own skin regime.

 I just love sharing all my secrets with you, and  I have been reaping the rewards for many years that has made a huge difference to my own skin, body and health.

 Today I want to share my skin ritual and what to pack your pantry with.

My former background was owning hair and beauty salons, something I still love and have an interest for today. Through hairdressing training came the study of the skin, the largest organ in your body. 

There is an old saying 'If you can't eat it, don't put it on your skin!' URGHHHHH!!! As women, we all love skin products but as we age we also get to know our skin more and more. I know with my own skin it needs lots of hydration, and good quality sleep. If I drink alcohol, my skin looks dehydrated and I can see my lines a lot more than if I have an early night, drink my greens juice, chia teas and plenty of water.

If you want to feel better, look healthier and glow from the inside out, it is important to add nourishing foods to you daily regime, it  will naturally help the skin eliminate and detox. 

High in Vitamin C, the lemon is nature's natural blood purifier, ridding the body of toxins and free radicals while flushing out bacteria. Lemon is my RITUAL morning and night. 

My favourite daily skin-loving RITUALS - besides what we eat and drink there are other regular rituals that can be added to a daily ow weekly routine to foster healthy and radiant skin.

You will get more in depth on my new Bikini Mama Mentor Group but today I want to share and inspire you to learn one of the best and healthiest ways to cleanse and  moisturise your skin that is a naturally antibacterial and anti fungal - COLD PRESSED COCONUT OIL. I love my morning and night ritual massaging coconut oil into my skin and neck, I use it to take my make up off,  it is a brilliant all over moisturiser that feeds your skin and body rather than overloading it with petrochemicals and preservatives that are commonly found in main stream skin care. 

The best and I believe one of the healthiest ways to feed your skin is with cold pressed extra virgin oil. I love it. 

Your Pantry packed for SKIN DETOX

Virgin Coconut Oil

Fruits and vegetables, organic where possible 

Herbal Teas

Spring Water

Whole foods, quinoa, amaranth, buckwheat, brown rice

Good Fats, avocado, chia seeds, flax seeds 

Nuts and seeds- except peanuts

Stat tuned for more nourishing inspiration and tips. 

Hope you are inspired!

Namaste Nicky xx

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V I T A L I T Y~ What does it mean to you

V I T A L I T Y

 

Hi there,

How is your week going. Just wanted to pop into your inbox to bring you a dose of positive  energy and share with you one ting I have done daily for many moons, that helps you feel more vital. 

 

Tired? Feeling ratty? You could be running low on vital nutrients!

 

I am here to help you begin the journey of feeling more VITAL! Changes that will give renewed vitality 

 

 

My Dad's Garden! New Zealand soil known to be rich in minerals. But  is it?  I know the soil in various parts of the world can lack vital minerals our bodies need! I like to think we can get all the right amounts and keep illness and dis~ease at bay. If you deplete your body daily by exercise, stress, alcohol or packaged foods then maybe you are missing a vital ingredient for VITALITY. 

Read on for my daily ritual cocktail. 

 

This is what it means to me.

 

The state of being radiant, strong, active energy and exuberance!

 

 

Liveliness 

Life 

Energetic 

Enthusiasm 

Spirit 

Exuberance 

Buoyancy 

Bounce 

Vibrancy 

Sparkle 

Passion 

Dynamic 

Passion 

Zesty 

Lusty 

 spiritedness 

 high-spiritedness 

 zestfulness 

bounce in your step

vibrancy

sparkle

dynamism

passion

 

 

 

The power giving continuance of life, present in all living things. "The vitality of seeds"

while on any of my programs this is my number one thing to help others feel more VITAL. Many women join to lose weight and get fit, but after spending more and more time with women on the retreats and on my online program and one to one coaching this comes up at the top of the list as a number one goal to achieve. 

 ' I want to feel more VITAL!'

 

My programs help you with changes that will give renewed vitality. Lets take a look at one thing that can help you today and that is that number one thing I do every day and every night. My daily cocktail. Read on to get the recipe. First take a little quick look at why magnesium is so vital for your body.

ANXIETY 

 

 

DEFICIENCY: Magnesium. 

 

OTHER SYMPTOMS: Out-of-character irritability. 

 

RDA: 300mg a day for men and 270mg a day for women. 

 

WHAT IT DOES: Helps convert food we eat to energy, and ensures the health of the para-thyroid glands in the neck, which produce hormones important for bone health. 

Essential for maintenance of bones and teeth, which use 60 per cent of our body’s total magnesium content. 

This metallic element is also vital for the transmission of nerve impulses, the contraction of muscles and the regulation  of body temperature. 

 

WHO NEEDS IT: Premenstrual women and the elderly, who need magnesium to maintain healthy bones. 

 

GOOD SOURCES: Spinach — 90g gives almost three-quarters of our recommended daily allowance. Also found in almonds and whole meal bread (one slice equals 10 per cent of RDA).

 

I am passionate about helping other woman hungry for change feel vital, it's a big part of what I help educate  in my programs. I will guide you what is the best brands to look out for she supplementing. 

 

Making changes can be overwhelming. The key is to make small changes daily step by step by incorporating a new healing recipe, mindset or fitness exercise. 

 

So today I want to share with you one thing I do every day that changed my life many moons ago. 

 

Nicky's Daily Cocktail morning & night 

 

1 teaspoon vitamin c ascorbic acid powder 

1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar - Brags 

5 grams magnesium powder 

1/2 lemon, squeezed 

1/2 glass filtered water 

 

Option take a B 12 stress tablet when under times of pressure. 

 

Just this simple new ritual could change your life.

 

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kicking off June 3rd 2017 Limited spaces

 

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Do you feel irritable, moody or just simply tired and exhausted? 

Running low on nutrients? Join my new Bikini Mama Mentor Group kicking off June 3rd Limited spaces 

If you want to learn more about what it is all about email me today 

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A very personalized program to help assist you with your winter changes in feeling VITAL this season, with me.

I would love you to join me. 

Namaste 

(I honour the divine light within you and I hour the light within me)

Nicky xx