Yoni Art by Dana http://yoniart-dana.blogspot.com/2009/03/yoni-art.html

Most traditional tampons are made out of chlorine bleached cotton, and include a synthetic fiber, viscose rayon, to improve absorbency. Also, If they’re not organic, you can bet the cotton being used has been doused heavily with pesticides and insecticides while grown.

The cotton is then BLEACHED! A group of toxic chemical compounds (dioxins) created by the chlorine bleaching process, are found in conventional tampons. Dioxins accumulate in our bodies and build up over time. They have been shown to cause cancer and other health problems.

By the way… viscose rayon is a synthetic fiber used in traditional tampons to improve absorbency as I mentioned above. It’s also been linked to increased cases of TSS (toxic Shock syndrome)

All these scary things can lead to SERIOUS heath issues!

BUT, there IS an alternative… THANK the GODS and GODDESSES!!!

There are companies that make and sell tampons made of 100% organic cotton and whitened using chlorine-free bleaches!

A MUCH healthier choice for our precious Yoni’s!

Using ALL organic tampons ensures that your body will not absorb the harmful chemical residues found in conventional tampons.

You can find organic tampons at natural food stores and supermarkets. They are also starting to bring them into most mainstream groceries store too!

Here are some brands you can look for; Natracare, Seventh Generation, and Organic Essentials. Just like conventional tampons, they are offered in several absorbencies, usually without an applicator.

I personally use Natracare. Overall, organic products are a little more pricier… BUT WELL WORTH IT!

Your Yoni is a sacred temple, and should not be coming into contact with harmful chemicals.

ANOTHER THING THAT YOU CAN DO

Another practice that is very healthy and UBER liberating is allowing your blood to flow freely without any tampon or “blood holding” product.

I like to wear a long skirt or dress and just let my blood flow, you may need cloths or rags to wipe up excess drips, depending on how heavy you are. Feeling your blood between your legs and allowing it to flow freely with full awareness is a beautiful way to connect with yourself and your sacred Yoni.

LOVE YOUR YONI!

~ Heidi Ann
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I am always amazed at the amount of talent in the world! Over the years, I’ve been very fortunate to have come into contact with many extremely gifted artists who have both inspired and encouraged me to pursue my own art.

Recently, I’ve connected with a very talented and dynamic choreographer/dancer based out of Portland, Oregon… Megan Armand. When I stumbled upon her YouTube video’s online, I immediately recognized her talent and became inspired by her movements and compositions. I decided to contact Megan just to acknowledge her work (I often like to pay respects to artists who obviously take pride in their craft).

I began to feel very strongly about asking for permission to use her choreography with my students in my Sensual Dance ARTistry classes. So I asked!

To my delight, Megan very graciously and wholeheartedly permitted my request to use some of her material!

As I work with her routines, I feel as though Megan is right here with me. I am very much looking forward to teaching them to MY students!

I especially LOVE the fun, playfulness reflected in her routines! There is a beautiful natural flow to her compositions and her moves really bring out the sass and attitude in the dancer!

Check out Megan Armand’s Instructional DVD online HERE!

Thank-you so much Megan for Sharing and Inspiring!

Sharing art, talent and creativity is what keeps this world bright and shiny! It is what puts joy and love in all of our hearts. It is a free flowing expression that should always be respected and regarded as such.

~Heidi Ann
Sensual Dance ARTist/Instructor

In this photo: Megan Armand

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Do you want to know one of the secrets to staying fit and keeping a nice firm, healthy SEXY, youthful body?

Of course you DO!!!

Incorporate MORE RAW, LOCAL, ORGANIC FOOD into your diet!!! You will start loosing body fat, gaining a healthy skin glow, returning to your natural healthy weight and experiencing a state of emotional balance.

Eating RAW doesn’t have to be yucky…

There are so many delicious recipes you can substitute for the “cooked” version of your favorite dishes!

Take PUMPKIN PIE for example!

Here’s what I’m making for our Thanksgiving dinner this year.

Will you try it with me?

RAW PUMPKIN PIE

The first thing you need to know is that this recipe actually requires NO pumpkins… however we will be using “pumpkin spice” (a mix of ground cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and ginger) *wink

Thinly slice one YAM… salt it to extract the starch and rinse. (set it aside)

1 c dates

1/4 c water

1/3 c coconut oil

BLEND (vitamix or blender)

add 1 tbsp of Punpkin Spice

1 tsp vanilla

2 tsp lemon juice

NOW add the yams, blend until smooth

(you can also add 2 cups of soaked cashews to make creamy)

CRUST:

1 cup Dates

2 cups Nuts/seeds (be sure to soak your nuts and seeds in water for at least 8hrs)

1/2 c Coconut oil

Blend into a sticky mixture

Press into pie dish, add filling and put in freezer. Take out prior to dinner party and serve cold!

Happy Thanksgiving!

~ Heidi Ann xox

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