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My heart is heavy as the Caribbean islands have been devastated by hits from two major hurricanes - Irma + Maria - in less than two weeks 💔 . . I feel powerless being on the other side of the world, knowing that our friends + their families are going through absolute hell. Many people are homeless. Water and food will quickly run out. Extreme looting is a very serious reality. THEY NEED OUR HELP! I've just posted on my BLOG: 5 WAYS THAT YOU CAN HELP THE CARIBBEAN Islands! Please check it out (link in my bio), DONATE + SHARE! And if anyone knows of any other organizations currently doing work please share in the comments below 👇 . . I stand with all the islands that have been demolished and it's through the collective power of the human spirit that they will rebuild and come back stronger than ever 🙏🇵🇷😥 Infusing every movement, every moment, and every breath with the positive and powerful intentions of love and gratitude ✌️💙 10,000 miles away and all I can do is hope + pray 🇵🇷💙🙏 . . . #puertorico #onmymind #inmyheart #hurricanemaria #caribbean #PRstrong #commUNITY #resiliency #prayersfortheislands #supportoneanother #heaviesthurricaneseasonever #canitpleasebeover 😋🌿🍇🍌🍓🤙 . . #refuel #renourish #nalubowls #getinmybelly #bali #indonesia #uluwatu #sunburntandsalty #goodfood #goodwaves #highvibes "Surfing and yoga teach us about living a life in harmony with nature. The most natural thing we do, the simple act of breathing, really becomes the foundation of our surfing and yoga practices. For many of us, every time we paddle out or come to our mat, this may be the only time we actually breathe the right way. We were born knowing how to breathe properly, but somewhere along the way life came along and we forgot." - Gerry Lopez . . Diving into my life's purpose this trip, and always inspired by the work + words of Mr. Pipeline. I really believe I'm here on this Earth to continue to explore the yoga-surfing connection, how it relates to life, and how this connection can inspire and empower others, especially my fellow female shredders 🏄🏼‍♀️ . . 📷 Thanks for the photo mi amor, @bossman_dingrepair 💙 S U R F I N G has been a big part of my life ever since I was a little girl. It's my absolute favorite thing in the world to do, something that allows me to completely lose track of time - minutes quickly turn to hours - and anything that's been weighing heavy on my mind seems to soften and drift away. It brings me joy, peace and clarity. It teaches me the importance of self-confidence, resiliency, and humility. Surfing has been there with me through some major events in my life... and to this day it still continues to help me move through things that are challenging, confusing, and simply out of my control. Similar to yoga, I'm hoping it is something that will stay with me for the rest of my life. Or at least until I can't stand up anymore, but then there's always the boogie, or body surfing for that matter 🌊 . . Y O G A is something that showed up in my life fairly recently. Almost 7 years ago, the night of my 21st birthday, I was out at a bar, wearing high heels, and ate shit on the dance floor 🙈. I tore my MCL about 70% of the way. After a few months of physical therapy, my dear friend @cosmicjelly suggested I go to a yoga class with her (thank you Cal 😘). That first class at @bigfishpoweryoga was life changing. I became obsessed as I watched my body do things I never thought possible, and I knew I was hooked once I noticed my mind + heart opening and beginning to follow. And like surfing, yoga quickly became something I couldn't live without 🦋 . . Aside from surfing + yoga, C R E A T I N G is another one of my favorite things to do and a place that I can allow myself to get completely lost in. Painting, drawing, writing: they are powerful tools for self-expression, and I find that drawing lines on a blank canvas gives me a similar feeling to drawing lines on a wave or letting myself move in a free flow on my mat. No rules, just doing it my way - the way that feels good + rings true in my core - even if it's a little sloppy or a little less than perfect. I don't paint or create as much as I'd like to anymore, so now I'm committing to making more time for that in my daily routine ✍️🎨🤸‍♀️🏄🏼‍♀️💕 When asked what makes me smile, the first thing that comes to mind is spending time in nature. The simple act of watching, observing, being present to the patience and peacefulness that the great outdoors holds. I smile BIG when I watch the sunset, and when I sit and watch the waves, and when I watch my friends get good waves, and also, self-admittedly, when I get a good wave. But something that really makes the corners of my lips lift up towards my ears?? Well, it's gotta be those moments when I watch someone do something that they didn't think was possible 🤸‍♂️ . . On a personal note: I especially appreciate this prompt for Day 1 of the #InstagramWorthyChallenge with @stoked_yogi + @beachyogagirl as I'm currently battling a little stomach bug here in G-Land. It has forced me to slow down, take a break from surfing, and let my body rest. While I wanted to feel bad for myself and mope around because I was missing out on some beautiful waves, this question helped to get me grounded. Because surfing is just one piece of a much bigger puzzle. And as I sit here, in the middle of the jungle, surrounded by good people both near and far, I'm reminded of all the incredible blessings of life, of all the things that make me smile ☺️💛🌻 . . So what makes you smile? There's still plenty of time to join in on the challenge or if you feel up to it share in a comment below! 📷: @bossman_dingrepair Getting ready to head to one of the world's most famous lefts... A place I never imagined that I'd get the opportunity to experience, especially alongside my partner in crime + love of my life @bossman_dingrepair - I can't freaking wait. Any guesses as to where we're headed??? 🙌🌏🌊 . . I'm focusing on staying present and enjoying this time + place while I'm here. I'm grateful to hear Rincón made it through the storm relatively OK, but I'm not sure how the rest of the island is doing just yet. And right now my heart breaks for the islands of the eastern Caribbean that have been absolutely devastated by this storm, for the lives that have been lost, and the lives that are forever changed 🙏 . . My prayers are with everyone that is still in Irma's path, especially our family + friends in Florida, Georgia + South Carolina. Y'all stay safe and support one another 💔🌬 . . #hurricaneirma #prayersforthecaribbean #staysafeeastcoast "In Taoist philosophy, rather than placing emphasis on an individual component in any given context, the most important aspect is flow. How well is energy moving through this situation, moment, pose, body, mind? . . When things become confusing, we have a tendency to focus, fix, or finish this one thing - and think that will make it better. This mindset feels fearful, limiting + stagnant. . . Let's practice giving preference to fluency, fluidity and allowing. Each time we do, we hand ourselves over to the highest intelligence. To stay connected to Source, to be in the flow, just a few rememberances will do. . . Trust that all is moving in an evolutionary direction. Apologize when it's time to own it, and forgive when it's time to let go. Let the universe lead sometimes, but be ready when it's time to grow. And move + meditate. Your own practice is your most important tool." — Words by @ElenaBrower via @teach.yoga 🙏🌊 . . 📷 @bossman_dingrepair 😘 Keeping Puerto Rico and the rest of the Islands in my thoughts + prayers right now 🙏💙🇵🇷 . . . #hurricaneirma #prayersforpuertorico #prayersfortheislands #readyforhurricaneseasontobeover #supportoneanother #commUNITY Some of my best memories and moments I hold closest to my heart happened during the #GLOW Karma Yoga Retreat last year 💙 As we're getting ready for our 2nd Retreat coming up October 9-15 here on the magical island of Bali, we happen to have a few extra spaces now available. Aside from the daily yoga, the yummy vegan food, and the sights that are sure to leave you breathless - it's the connections that make this Retreat so special - and if you've been thinking about joining us, consider this a sign ✌️🌿 If you're interested, send me a message and I can give you more details, help you book your flight, and answer any questions you may have. By empowering yourself, you help empower the whole. And when we come together, we have the power to light up the world 🌞🌏♻️ . . 📷 by Retreat photographer @mondaynomads . . #yoga #surfing #lifestyle #adventure #travel #yogaretreat #bali #indonesia #baliretreat #karmayoga #connection #commUNITY #sunburntandsalty #highvibes #salutethesun #salutethesea #golightourworld #livingyoga #GLOWyogafam #givingback #solarpowered #lightuptheworld #service #GLOWyogaretreats #wakeupandlive #saltyeverydamnday #gratefuleverydamnday #bettertogether Small wave wiggles + hot cappuccinos on this Sunday morning in Bali ☕️🌊 . . . #yoga #surfing #lifestyle #adventure #travel #bali #indonesia #uluwatu #bukit #sunburntandsalty #highvibes #salutethesun #salutethesea #easylikesundaymorning #sundayfunday #smallwaves #cappuccino #studersurfboards #livingyoga #GLOWyogafam #teekigram #mandukayoga #risebar #wakeupandlive #surfergirl #saltyeverydamnday #gratefuleverydamnday Agua de coco - or 'air kelapa' in Indonesian - however you say it, coconut water straight from the tree is the nectar of the gods and essential to surviving in the heat of the tropics 🌴💦 Especially after a long surf session, drinking the water from a young coconut rehydrates your body + replenishes lost electrolytes, aiding in recovery + maintaining proper balance of fluids. And at the end of the day, throw in a little whisky or rum, and you've got yourself one deliciously refreshing cocktail 😉🥃 . . Wishing all my friends + family back in the States a happy + safe long weekend 🏝 . . 📷 @rinconimages . . #yoga #surfing #lifestyle #adventure #travel #bali #indonesia #puertorico #aguadecoco #airkelapa #coconutwater #tropics #hydration #sunburntandsalty #highvibes #salutethesun #salutethesea #longweekend #whiskyandcoco #MIDORIbikinis #livingyoga #GLOWyogafam #teekigram #mandukayoga #risebar #rinconimages #wakeupandlive #saltyeverydamnday #gratefuleverydamnday Well, I'm learning that I'm pretty good at dodging barrels... Now I just gotta figure out this whole slowing down thing 😜 @barrel_dodgers_anonymous 🏄🏼‍♀️🌊 . . . #yoga #surfing #lifestyle #adventure #travel #bali #indonesia #barreldodging #impossibles #bukit #slowdown #indianocean #bintang #sunburntandsalty #highvibes #salutethesun #salutethesea #thoughtiwasshacked #illkeeptrying #nevergiveup #livingyoga #GLOWyogafam #teekigram #mandukayoga #risebar #surfergirl #wakeupandlive #saltyeverydamnday #gratefuleverydamnday N E W post up on the blog INDO ESSENTIALS highlighting what I packed for a two month trip to Bali ✈️🌏 Here's a hint: As a notorious over-packer, I've learned you really don't need much, and packing light means less to carry through the airports + more space if you want to bring back some goodies 😉 Head over to sunburntandsalty.com/blog or click the link in my bio to find out what's in my board bag + backpack for this trip. And as always, I'd love to hear your thoughts! What are your adventure essentials?? Comment below!👇✌️🤙 . . . #yoga #surfing #lifestyle #adventure #travel #bali #indonesia #essentials #sunburntandsalty #sunshine #saltwater #highvibes #salutethesun #salutethesea #blog #packinglight #oratleasttryingto #notsponsored #exploremore #midoribikinis #teekigram #livingyoga #mandukayoga #GLOWyogafam #wakeupandlive #saltyeverydamnday #gratefuleverydamnday
Pastel sunsets + big binnies 🍻Bali life is treating us well. I'm enjoying these slow days, recuperating from all the travel, but now I'm ready for some swell to arrive! 🇮🇩🙏🌊 . . . #yoga #surfing #lifestyle #adventure #travel #bali #indonesia #uluwatu #bigbintang #pastelskies #sunset #goldenhour #happyhour #readyforsomeswell #sunburntandsalty #sunshine #saltwater #highvibes #salutethesun #salutethesea #terimakasih #gratitude #abundance #exploremore #midoribikinis #livingyoga #GLOWyogafam #wakeupandlive #saltyeverydamnday #gratefuleverydamnday CONGRATULATIONS @catwithasea 🎉☀️🌊 We want to thank every salty Merbabe 💦 who participated in our end of Summer giveaway! We absolutely loved reading about your favorite ways to get active outdoors! Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts for supporting us and our brands @keshiadelmarjewelry @sunburntandsalty @danaloufit and @fortheloveofwater3 . We ❤️ you all #staysaltymyfriends . . @catwithasea shoot @keshiadelmarjewelry a DM with your dets so we can mail you your winnings #winner #congrats #yay 👏🏻 . . . . #endofsummer #giveaway #endofsummergiveaway #sunburntandsalty #keshiadelmarjewelry #danaloufit #fortheloveofwater #getactive #stayoutdoors #outdoorslife #surfinglife #fitfam #yogaliving #waterbabes #merseasters #danaloucrew #drivenwarrior #namaslay #mermaidlife @Keshiadelmarjewelry looking like the goddess she is 💙 You've got a few more hours to test your luck in our End of Summer Giveaway to win some goodies fit for any mermaid. I'm so stoked to collaborate with these inspiring ladies + their brands - we all share in common our love for the ocean, our passion for staying active, and our faith in taking the path less traveled, following our hearts, and creating businesses that align with our individual truth 🙏 Check a few posts back on how you can ENTER TO WIN over $200 worth of goodies from @keshiadelmarjewelry, @danaloufit, @fortheloveofwater3 + yours truly @sunburntandsalty // Good luck and thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for all the support. YOU ALL are the reason I continue to do what I do 🌴🌊 . . . #yoga #surfing #lifestyle #adventure #travel #giveaway #endofsummer #oceaninspired #mermaids #seastars #keshiadelmarjewelry #fortheloveofwatwe #danaloufit #sunburntandsalty #sunshine #saltwater #highvibes #salutethesun #salutethesea #ladybosses #entrepreneurs #supportsmallbusiness #livingyoga #wakeupandlive #saltyeverydamnday #gratefuleverydamnday #thankyou To the greatest man in the world. Thanks for teaching me what it means to be patient, kind, and respectful of all living beings - including roaches. You instilled in me values that are priceless and shared with me your passions for creating, surfing, and exploring the wonders and beauty that this world holds. I wouldn't be who I am today if it wasn't for you, Dad. Happy birthday to my favorite surfing buddy. Grateful to have such incredible parents, can't wait to see y'all this winter in PR. I love you both to the moon and back 🌙💙🌴 . . . #yoga #surfing #lifestyle #daddysgirl #patience #compassion #respect #travel #adventure #create #painting #casiothewatchdog #surfingbuddy #loveyoudad #happybirthday #ageisnothingbutanumber #alwaysyoungatheart