04.25.07 Newsletter

Ready for glossy, silky hair? The mother and daughter team behind Pure Fiji thought you might be, so they created an ultra rich and hydrating shampoo that's (bonus points here) sulphate free.

All Pure Fiji products start from one main super ingredient, virgin coconut oil. As many of you may already know, virgin coconut oil is one of the miracle oils. Incredibly rich in antioxidants and omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, the oil is naturally nourishing to hair and scalp. Hair will feel cleansed and luxuriously soft.

In addition to shampoos, Pure Fiji offers a delicious range of scrubs, soaps, body butters, and moisturizers. For apres-shower decadence, their pure coconut body oil is heaven.

Pure Fiji Coconut Milk Shampoo

Wouldn't it be great if we could take walks in a breathtaking natural setting everyday? Lush mountain trails, stunning beaches, sublime canyons ... ahhhh. The reality is that although some of us have a pretty decent park nearby, the majority of us have to hit the local treadmill.

But what about those days when you just can't mentally wrap your head around going to the gym? A great alternative is the Walking for Weight Loss DVD. Broken up into 30 and 50-minute programs, host and personal trainer Debbie Rocker takes you through various 'walking in place' drills, with intervals of different high energy movements (squats, lunges, jogging and jumping).

The DVD gives a solid mix of both high and low impact, and Debbie (who has trained many a Hollywood starlet) has a natural gift to both inspire and make you perspire! Did we also mention the nice visuals? Yes, it's simulated nature, but lovely to look at all the same.

Walking for Weight Loss

With stunning white beaches, ancient Mayan ruins, and easy-going vibe, Maya Tulum Wellness Retreat & Spa has always been the perfect place to go to recharge.

Highly recommended are the 5 and 7 night Mind-Body-Spirit Programs. Included in both programs are: accommodations in one of the resort's 44 casual, yet chic, thatched-roof cabanas, three healthy meals a day, spa treatments, local cultural tour, unlimited yoga, guided meditation sessions, and roundtrip airport transfers. Prices start from $785 per person for the 5 night package based on double occupancy. Not too shabby bang for your buck.

The region is so laid-back and beautiful that for those who cannot get away for an extended stay, great nightly and weekend rates are available as well. Great for both groups and solo travelers.

Maya Tulum's Mind-Body-Spirit Program

Pema Chodron's many books (The Places That Scare You, When Things Fall Apart, to name just a couple) have been an incredible source of comfort and inspiration for many over the years.

In Comfortable With Uncertainty, Chodron expands upon the profound Buddhist belief that we can never control the uncontrollable, and that a certain degree of uncertainty in life is unavoidable. Depending on how you look at this concept, it can be a good or a bad thing. For Chodron, it's beyond good and bad ... it just is.

She presents 108 essential concepts and practices to help you awaken compassion both for yourself and for others. What's so great about this particular work is that it also comes in CD format, making it a perfect iPod download. Truly great for those stressful moments when just a little gem of a zen soundbite can really help you get back in touch with your inner bodhisattva.

Comfortable With Uncertainty