YOGA, LIFESTYLE, INSPIRATION
Cait Lawson
Simple. But not always easy.

Now don't get me wrong, sometimes simple can be easy. And that's great. And sometimes there is a place for complexity as well. But the simple, the simple is available. Accessible. And when noticed and practiced regularly, the simple can support us in coming back to center. Back to what's true.

Simple. But not always easy.
YOGA, CROSS-TRAINING, WELLNESS
Cait Lawson
3 Ways My Yoga Practice Supports My ...

We all come to yoga for many different reasons, yet there is also no denying that our yoga practice has a way of influencing and enhancing every aspect of our lives. Here are a few ways that my yoga practice supports my cross-training, beyond flexibility & range of motion.

3 Ways My Yoga Practice Supports My Cross-Training
YOGA, PRACTICE, MEDITATION
Cait Lawson
10min. Guided Practice for Self-Care & ...

Space for you to check in & recalibrate along with a practice of loving-kindness to carry with you into your day. This is a 10-minute, guided, and seated practice that includes some really gentle movement, a few rounds of breath work, and closes with a metta meditation.

10min. Guided Practice for Self-Care & Loving-Kindness
BREATH WORK, YOGA, PRACTICE
Cait Lawson
Breathing for Beginner's Mind: Ujjayi Pranayama

Anchor your attention into the ebb & flow of the eternal now and open your mind to the vastness of sensations encompassed in the breath by using this foundational pranayama practice. Cultivate curiosity and embrace an attitude of open awareness.

Breathing for Beginner's Mind: Ujjayi Pranayama
SURFING, GIVING BACK, INSPIRATION
Cait Lawson
Making A Wave: 3 Takeaways from Attempting to ...

While the “Make a Wave” challenge was more about raising awareness and donations for the SurfAid Programs, I also ended up learning a few things about myself, and life, from attempting to surf for 30 days straight.

Making A Wave: 3 Takeaways from Attempting to Surf for 30 Days in a Row

LIFESTYLE

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FINDING SERENITY WITH MALIE ORGANICS: A self-love spa day you can do at home

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FINDING SERENITY WITH MALIE ORGANICS: A self-love spa day you can do at home

This post is a glimpse into my personal “spa day,” a little piece of my self-care practice featuring Malie Organic Products.

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7 THINGS SURFING HAS TAUGHT ME ABOUT LIFE

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7 THINGS SURFING HAS TAUGHT ME ABOUT LIFE

The ocean has kicked my ass, pounded me senseless, and scared the crap out of me. But, the ocean has also cradled me, rejuvenated me, and given me some of the best memories of my life.

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6 EASY WAYS TO BRING MORE PEACE INTO YOUR HOME

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6 EASY WAYS TO BRING MORE PEACE INTO YOUR HOME

Whether you are looking to invite more love into your bedroom or are trying to bliss-out your entire home, here are six easy and inexpensive ways to add a little bit more peace to your space.

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GLIDE SUP: A COMPANY WITH CONSCIENCE

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GLIDE SUP: A COMPANY WITH CONSCIENCE

I really dig the fact that Glide is so concerned about reducing (and reversing) the impact that board manufacturing has on the planet. It is a company that is constantly driven to keep searching for newer and better processes and products in order to reduce their carbon footprint as much as possible.

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FOLLOW YOUR BREATH

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FOLLOW YOUR BREATH

Follow your breath. Watch it as it enters your body and fills up your lung with sweet, fresh, pure air. With each inhale you’re breathing in new energy. And with each exhale you are letting go of all the things that no longer serve you.

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TRUSTING YOUR PROCESS

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TRUSTING YOUR PROCESS

Compassion reminds us that we must place our trust in the process and allow our journey to unfold exactly as it should. Not how we think it should. Because really, in yoga or surfing or life, what is the final destination? 

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SOCIAL MEDIA: THE DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD

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SOCIAL MEDIA: THE DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD

I’m fortunate that Social Media has given me some incredible opportunities and has allowed me to meet some pretty rad people… but at the end of the day, I know that Instagram is not real life. 

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DIY: ALL-NATURAL AVOCADO HAIR & FACE MASKS

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DIY: ALL-NATURAL AVOCADO HAIR & FACE MASKS

As much as I try to focus on healthy eating and staying active, I know it’s just as important to focus on some self-love every once in a while as well. So if you have some down time, show yourself some LOVE with these easy Avocado-inspired Hair and Face Masks. 

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FORGIVENESS IS THE KEY

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FORGIVENESS IS THE KEY

Forgiveness allows us to move through life with ease. Forgiveness removes the burdens of the past.
The heavy, arduous bag full of all that was – all that stuff that keeps us from moving forward towards the light and towards growth. Forgiveness is freedom.

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BEACH BAG ESSENTIALS

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BEACH BAG ESSENTIALS

You know I gotta rock my Sunburnt & Salty x Ocean State of Mind Tote bag everywhere I go. It’s perfect for going from the beach to the yoga studio to the market and then heading out on the town. Here I’ve listed my top 7 essentials that I carry with me in my tote bag so that I’m prepared for whatever my day has to bring.

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6 TIPS FOR CATCHING MORE WAVES

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6 TIPS FOR CATCHING MORE WAVES

These tips will help anyone who is looking to catch a couple more waves during their next session. So whether you are about to go on a surf trip to a popular destination, or you are just getting frustrated with the crowds at your home break, try one, three, or all of these suggestions below to help you get your fair share of waves.

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BACK TO THE MAT: CREATING A HOME YOGA PRACTICE

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BACK TO THE MAT: CREATING A HOME YOGA PRACTICE

A home practice has brought me back to the mat, back to my sacred space and my own personal practice, free of comparison, free of judgment and more open to possibilities.

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LEARNING PATIENCE

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LEARNING PATIENCE

Over and over again, I’ve been told that, “Patience is a virtue,” and that, “Good things come to those who wait.” I’ve had the word “patience” thrown at me more times than I can count, but in all honesty, I’ve never fully grasped the concept of being patient until now…