Human Habits

10/17/2025

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City of Lloydminster

10/17/2025

Fresh in - copper water bottles!
Known for their natural antimicrobial properties and beautiful glow, these bottles make hydration feel a little more intentional. Limited stock, so don’t miss out!

🪶 Why Use Copper Water Bottles

In Ayurveda, drinking water stored in a copper vessel is a time-honored way to purify, balance, and energize water before drinking.
When water sits in copper, trace amounts of the mineral infuse into it — not enough to be toxic, but enough to have subtle therapeutic effects.

🌿 Benefits

1. Balances the Doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)
Copper-infused water has a naturally warming, anti-microbial, and alkalizing quality. It helps balance excess Kapha and Pitta, and gently strengthens Agni (digestive fire).

2. Supports Digestion & Detoxification
Copper aids liver and spleen function, helping the body eliminate waste and improve nutrient absorption.

3. Anti-Microbial & Purifying
Scientifically, copper has proven anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties (it can destroy harmful microbes like E. coli and Salmonella), making it a natural water purifier.

4. Boosts Immunity & Reduces Inflammation
Copper supports hemoglobin formation, reduces oxidative stress, and has anti-inflammatory benefits — supporting joints, skin, and overall vitality.

5. Enhances Skin Radiance & Collagen Production
Copper contributes to melanin and collagen synthesis, giving skin a healthy glow.

💧 How to Use Copper Water Bottles

1. Use Pure Copper
Choose a 100% pure copper bottle or jug (no interior lining or coatings).

2. Fill & Rest Overnight
Fill your copper bottle with clean, room-temperature water at night.
Let it sit for 6–8 hours (overnight is ideal).
Drink it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach.

3. Don’t Store for Too Long
Fresh daily is best. After 8–10 hours, pour out any leftover water, rinse, and refill.

4. Clean Regularly

Mix lemon juice and salt (or tamarind paste) with a bit of water.

Rub gently inside the bottle, rinse thoroughly, and dry.

Avoid dish soap or harsh scrubbers — they strip natural patina.

Clean every 2–3 days if used daily.

5. Avoid Certain Foods
Don’t use copper to store acidic liquids (lemon water, fruit juices, vinegar) — acid reacts with copper and can create toxicity.

10/17/2025

Forgiveness is to free our hearts from holding onto things that will not serve us well, whether physically, mentally or emotionally.

Sometimes, forgiveness feels impossible. We may cling to anger and pain, unable to let go of what someone has done to us. But when forgiveness feels far away, it’s a sign to pause and reconnect with your deeper purpose. What is your true calling in life? What are you passionate about? This is your life’s goal, and it cannot flourish when weighed down by resentment.

When you cling to past hurts and refuse to forgive, you are the one who carries the weight, who feels the sickness inside, who loses touch with joy and peace. Ask yourself, is it really worth it? Is holding onto this anger serving your life’s purpose? Or is it pulling you further away from it?

You cannot undo what has already happened. You cannot change the past. Life has already moved forward, and you are left here, carrying the heavy emotions of yesterday. So, who really needs your compassion? The answer is often you. The one who most needs forgiveness is yourself. Forgiving yourself is the first step toward healing.

Forgiveness doesn’t mean you excuse the actions of others or allow harm to continue. It doesn’t mean you permit anyone to damage your life or the lives of others. What it means is that you’ve learned. You’ve seen the pain, the hurt, and you’ve chosen to grow from it. You’ve chosen to set boundaries that protect you and ensure this pain isn’t repeated—neither for you nor for future generations. By learning from the experience, you gain the wisdom needed to prevent it from happening again.

This is the heart of forgiveness. It’s not about forgetting or excusing, but about releasing the burden so you can live fully, free from the past. It’s about empowering yourself to create a life of purpose, guided by the lessons learned and the strength gained. Forgiveness is the act of liberating yourself, letting go of what no longer serves you, and stepping boldly into the future you deserve—one rooted in growth, healing, and peace.

10/16/2025

Fresh organic produce has arrived along with Sourdough bread! Come on down, we are open until 7:30 pm!

10/16/2025

🥗 Taco Bowl – Grounding and energizing, this bowl balances Vata with warming spices, hearty beans, and fresh veggies that fuel digestion and vitality.

🥣 Greek Bowl – Cooling cucumbers, tomatoes, and herbs pacify Pitta, while quinoa and creamy cashew dressing provide steady, sustaining energy.

🌱 Pesto Bowl – Fresh basil, and olive oil awaken Agni (digestive fire), supporting detoxification and heart health while soothing the nervous system.

🍂 Butternut Squash Sauce on Mung Bean Pasta – Sweet and earthy butternut nourishes Vata, while mung beans are light, cleansing, and tridoshic (balancing for all body types).

🍫 Hazelnut Cacao Date Balls – A blissful, grounding treat rich in magnesium, antioxidants, and natural sweetness to satisfy cravings while balancing Vata and Pitta.

🫐 Blueberry Chia Pudding – Cooling, hydrating, and packed with omega-3s and antioxidants — ideal for calming Pitta and supporting glowing skin and steady energy.

🍎 Chai Apple Crisp – Warming spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger kindle digestion, while baked apples comfort the heart and calm Vata.

💜 Roasted Beet Hummus – Beets purify the blood and strengthen the liver, while tahini and garlic nourish Ojas (vital energy) and boost immunity.

🥕 Carrot, French Lentil & Spinach Soup – Earthy lentils and carrots ground Vata, while iron-rich spinach and gentle spices rejuvenate and strengthen Kapha.

✨ Every bite is a celebration of balance — connecting ancient Ayurvedic principles with modern, wholesome nourishment.

💚 Eat intentionally. Heal naturally. Thrive joyfully.

10/16/2025

Beaver Full Moon Soak & Sweat Experience
✨Limited Spots • Message to Book ✨

This Beaver Full Moon invites us to release, reset, and prepare our bodies for the season ahead. 🌕🦫

Join us for a deeply restorative soak-and-sweat ritual designed to clear stagnation and nourish your whole system. ✨

What’s included:
🔥 Sweat + Circulation Reset – Start with working up a sweat in our Cedar Sauna to move lymph, boost immunity, and clear out anything you’re ready to let go of.

🛁 Full Moon Herbal Soak – then melt into our herbal blend for grounding, and energetic release

🖋️ Lunar Journaling - After your soak and sweat, you’ll have space to drop into gentle reflection. We’ll provide simple journal prompts to help you anchor intentions, release mental clutter, and listen in to what this moon is asking of you.

This is the perfect time to cleanse, reflect, and realign your body with the lunar rhythm.
Treat yourself, or gift this experience to someone who needs it.💛

🌕Full Moon Soak & Sweat sessions are available again for next months Beaver Full Moon. 🌕
Your one hour booking includes the sauna, a hot herbal bath and reflection time.
✨Availability November 4th, 5th, and 6th. Message us to book your spot! ✨

10/16/2025

We've got our Greek Bowls ready to go for your lunch today!

Topped with our creamy tahini tzatziki 😊

10/16/2025

🌬️🍂 The Truth About “Cold & Flu Season” 🍂🌬️

Cold and flu season doesn’t really exist — our immunity just mirrors our environment. When light lessens, stress rises, we move less and eat heavier, the body naturally becomes more vulnerable.

It’s not the germs that suddenly get stronger — it’s that our internal fire (agni) weakens when we’re out of rhythm with nature.

Here’s how to stay in tune and ditch the seasonal sniffles:
🌞 Soak in morning light – it resets your circadian rhythm and boosts immune response.
🥣 Eat warm, grounding foods – soups, stews, and spices like ginger, turmeric, and cumin strengthen digestion.
💧 Hydrate + oil up – dry air = dry tissues; abhyanga and sipping hot water keep your channels flowing.
🧘‍♀️ Rest + move gently – Qigong, walking, and deep breathing keep lymph moving and stress low.
💚 Connect – laughter, community, and gratitude are powerful immune tonics.

Let’s rewrite the story — not a “cold season,” but a season of strengthening. 🌿✨

10/16/2025

🌍✨ World Food Day ✨🌍

At The Hub, serving organic, nutrient-rich food isn’t just about what’s on your plate — it’s how we share our love with the community. 💚

Every meal we create is rooted in care for the Earth, respect for the farmer, and nourishment for your body and soul. From vibrant organic produce to healing Ayurvedic spices, we’re part of a ripple of kindness — one mindful bite at a time.

Let’s celebrate food grown with integrity and served with love. 🍲🌾💫

10/15/2025

🌿✨ Fresh. Local. Seasonal. Nourishment.

Our Organic Produce Boxes are back — full of vibrant, locally grown goodness from our favorite farms 🌱🍎🥕

Choose your size:
🥬 Regular Box – perfect for couples or small families
🍠 Large Box – ideal for big eaters or those cooking often

Every box is packed with the season’s best — crisp greens, root veggies, herbs, and fruits — all organic and full of prana.

📦 Reserve yours now and taste the rhythm of the harvest.
🧡 Pick up at The Hub this week!

10/15/2025

Today in the Prana Plate Kitchen we have available...

🥣 Borscht with Cashew Sour Cream
🍲 Pesto Buddha Bowls
🍎 Apple Chai Crisps
🫐 Chia Pudding with Stewed Blueberries
💜 Roasted Beet Hummus
🥪 Hummus, Guacamole, Cucumber & Sprout Sandwiches

We will also be preparing date balls today, flavours to be announced 😊