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Alyssa Reynolds

7 Inspirational Quotes Guaranteed to Lift You Up When You’re Having a Bad Day

February 21, 2018 by Alyssa Reynolds 6 Comments

Photo of sun peeking through the clouds to indicate how to turn a bad day into a good one

We all have a bad day sometimes.  It’s part of life.  The important part is how we react to it.  Will we choose to learn from the bad day or wallow in it?  These 7 inspiring quotes will help you to make the right choice! 

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Filed Under: Healthy Living

A Transformative Day at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health

February 7, 2018 by Alyssa Reynolds 14 Comments

Serene tree swing overlooking the gorgeous and colorful view at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health

Sometimes, one day is all we need to relax, rejuvenate, and get back in touch with ourselves.  In a stressed-out, fast-paced world taking one day out of your schedule to rest in a beautiful, secluded area is the most healing thing you can do for yourself.  Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health is a world-class facility offering everything from yoga classes to meditation to Ayurveda programs.  Join me for a transformative day off at Kripalu! 

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Filed Under: Meditation, Meditation Tips

Eating Out on the AIP Diet

January 26, 2018 by Alyssa Reynolds 5 Comments

Olive oil, lemon, and fresh herbs for eating out on the AIP Diet at a Mediterranean Mezze Restaurant

Have you ever heard of the Autoimmune Protocol Diet (AIP)?  It’s one of the strictest diets out there, but a lifesaver for many people diagnosed with autoimmune disease.  One of the toughest things about AIP is eating out, so I wrote this post in order to help those on the AIP diet stick to the rigorous guidelines, while still participating in the social and entertainment aspects of dining out.  Yes, you can stick to the diet and enjoy eating out—you just need a few tips and tricks!  Here’s what I picked up from dining at a Mediterranean mezze restaurant while on AIP.

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Filed Under: AIP, Healthy Living

Sparkling Lights, Shining Bright: Holiday Trip to Longwood Gardens

January 24, 2018 by Alyssa Reynolds Leave a Comment

Beautiful and sparkling Longwood Christmas tree

Longwood Gardens transports visitors to a magical holiday land filled with lights, merriment, and (boozy) hot chocolate!  The perfect winter wellness escape.

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8 Guaranteed Ways to Stay Awake During Your Meditation Practice

January 23, 2018 by Alyssa Reynolds 1 Comment

Photo of a group of people falling asleep during meditation

One of the biggest obstacles meditators face is staying awake during their practice.  Meditation can be extremely relaxing and it’s natural to feel like dozing off.  However, the more you can stay awake and aware, the more benefits you’ll receive from your practice.  Here are my 8 best fool-proof solutions to help you stay awake and mindful!…

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I tried Reiki for the first time. Here’s what happened!

January 21, 2018 by Alyssa Reynolds Leave a Comment

Relaxing photo of stones, candles, and orchids representing Reiki

Have you ever tried Reiki before? Reiki is a unique stress reduction and healing technique that has been used for over a century.  Learn more about my first experience with Reiki and whether or not I found it effective.  If you’ve had experience with Reiki, I would love to hear about it.  Leave a comment below the post and share with us! 

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Filed Under: Healthy Living

Vegan Thai Curry Mac and Cheese

November 26, 2017 by Alyssa Reynolds 14 Comments

Photo of delicious Gluten-Free and Vegan Thai Curry Mac and Cheese with chives, red curry paste, and onion

Once upon a time, long before Flaxseeds & Fairytales was born, I had a food blog called A Bite of Inspiration.  Although F&F is my perfect fairytale blog, I still sometimes miss my very first blog.  This delicious and easy recipe for Vegan Thai Curry Mac and Cheese was a reader favorite from A Bite of Inspiration.  It was even featured in The Huffington Post Taste!  Come take a walk down memory lane with me and experience the inspiration that happens when you bring two unexpected flavors together into one perfectly creamy, flavorful dish!

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Filed Under: Dairy-Free, Dinner, Egg-Free, Main Dishes, Nut-Free, Recent Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian

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Hi there. I’m Alyssa and meditation is my superpower!

I teach women a practical approach to meditation that reduces stress and promotes well-being in just 10 minutes a day.

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