Hundreds of dewdrops to greet the dawn,

Today we each give thanks for that special woman whom truly shares our heart & soul, our mind & body,  our birth & purpose.   Oprah Winfrey has said that it takes a lot more than biology to make a mother, but, as anyone who has given birth knows,  that is a very impressive part of it.

It really is such a miracle that with the help of a beloved partner, women can reflect the fertility of this planet Mama Earth, in co-creating a living, breathing, human being.

Aside from physical birth, however, there are many ways in which both men and women connect with the archetype of the Divine Mother -  whether we are privileged to take part in the rearing of a child,  tending to the garden, or using our creativity to bring a business or artistic project to life – all which builds and contributes to future generations!

Where our attention goes, energy flows, and we give birth to our realities by what we collectively think, feel, say, and do.

If ever we feel denied to the abundance and joys of life,  perhaps it’s time to take a look at the way we self-talk.  If in listening to our repeated thoughts we find our internal conversation is less than favorable to us – i.e. full of guilt, worry, or self-doubt -  we can try a more Motherly approach, and make conscious efforts to speak to ourselves with the same patience, encouragement, and care as we would offer to a small child.

We also can always lay on the ground and tune in to being cradled by gravity to feel the infallible support as Mama Earth gently rocks us through the cosmos.

when trials heavy and sudden, fall upon us;

when adversity takes the place of prosperity;

when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine desert us;

when trouble thickens around us, still will she cling to us,

and endeavor by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate

the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts.

~Washington Irving

For these and countless other lessons,

Thank you, Brigitte, for being my Mother.

Join my mother, Brigitte Mars & I this summer for our Live Food Chef Certification & help us activate our kitchens, communities, & planet, one home at a time.

Live Food Chef Certification Opportunity with Rainbeau Mars Lifestyles See details below or contact info@rainbeaumars.com to apply.

Thank you for your support and keep tuning into our

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for daily advice to help you love living!

Helpful Herbs & Herbs to Avoid

During Pregnancy

By my Mother, Brigitte Mars

www.brigittemars.com

Pregnancy can be such an amazing time of growing, nurturing, loving and change. More and more women seek to use natural, alternative time tested remedies for minor ailments. When it comes to using herbs during pregnancy, a bit of knowledge is essential. Some herbs are very beneficial to consume during pregnancy and others are best avoided till near the end or completion of gestation.

Some excellent herbs to use during pregnancy are:

Raspberry Leaf (Rubus species) – This is certainly one of the most common herbs used by pregnant women world-wide. Among its many properties, it is: Anti-abortive (it helps to prevent miscarriage), antiseptic (it aids in preventing infection by inhibiting micro-organisms), astringent (tightens and contracts tissue), hemostatic (helps to prevent excess bleeding during and after labor), nutritive (very rich in calcium, magnesium and iron, thus helping to prevent cramps and anemia), paturient (facilitates the birth process) and it is a tonic by promoting healthy tone in the kidneys, liver, uterus and mucous membranes.

Nettles (Urtica dioca) – High in iron, calcium, magnesium and potassium, this herb helps to nourish the mother and the fetus. The Vitamin K content of nettles helps to prevent hemorrhaging. This plant is also esteemed for improving kidney function and preventing hemorrhoids. When used by nursing mothers, it improves milk quality and quantity.

Peppermint Leaf (Mentha piperita) – This delicious herb helps indigestion and nausea. It is calming, yet energizing. Peppermint cleans and strengthens the entire body. It’s predominant nutrients include vitamins A, C, iron, potassium and silica.

Ginger Root (Zingiber officinale) - This is one of the very best herbs to help alleviate morning sickness. Containing calcium, chromium, manganese and potassium.

Burdock Root (Arctium lappa) - Helps to prevent water retention in the mother and jaundice in the baby. Rich in chromium, iron, magnesium and zinc.

Yellow Dock Root (Rumex crispus) – This herb has long been favored for its ability to improve iron assimilation as well as build blood. It also helps to prevent jaundice in the baby.

Among the many ways of using herbs, I prefer to use teas during pregnancy. To make a cup of tea, bring a cup of water to a boil, remove from the heat. Add a heaping teaspoon of the herb combination. Cover, let sit for 10 minutes. Strain and enjoy. A spoonful of honey or a dash of apple juice may be added as a sweetener if desired. This keeps the botanicals in a gentle water extract dose. It is also a kind thing to take time out and enjoy the taste of pleasing plants.

Herbs to use with Caution:

As wonderful as herbs are, they can be powerful. Many herbs should be used with knowledge or avoided altogether. Some of these herbs have a purpose for use close to delivery time or during labor. Before using any of these herbs listed below, during pregnancy, it would be wise to consult with a midwife, herbalist or health professional skilled in the proper use of herbs, otherwise avoid them. Aloe Vera (Aloe vera) – can be too laxative.

• Angelica (Angelica archangelica) – Emmenagogue, it causes the uterus to contract.
• Artemesia (Artemesia species) – includes Mugwort and Wormwood – Some species are toxic in large doses. May stimulate uterine contractions.
• Barberry (Berberis species) – Stimulating laxative.
• Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) – Emmenagogue causes the uterus to contract
• Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides) - Stimulates sloughing of the uterine lining. This herb however can be useful in bringing on overdue labor. Please consult with a health professional.
• Buchu (Barosma betulina) - Strong diuretic
• Buckthorn (Rhamnus frangula) - Laxative.
• Cascara Sagrada (Rhamnus purshianus) - Strong laxative.
• Coffee (Coffea arabica) – Irritates uterus. May contribute to spontaneous abortion, prematurity and birth defects.
• Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) – Although this herb is fine to use externally, some sources say the strong alkaloid content of the root may be carcinogenic.
• Coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara) - Possible carcinogen.
• Cotton Root (Gossypium hirsutum) – Abortive, emmenagogue. Stimulates tissue that responds to oxytocin.
• Don Quai (Angelica senensis) - Although this herb may benefit fertility, it may cause miscarriage if consumed in excess during pregnancy.
• Ephedra or Ma Huang (Ephedra species) - Very strong antihistamine.
• Ginseng (Panax ginseng) - Affects hormones
• Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) – Can cause uterus to contract.
• Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) – Diuretic.
• Juniper (Juniperus species) – Diuretic, vasodilating effect on the uterine lining.
• Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) - Affects hormones
• Male Fern (Dryopteris felix-mas) – Paralyzes parasites, strong vermifuge.
• Mandrake (Podophyllum peltatum) - Irritaing, laxative, somewhat toxic.
• Mistletoe (Phoradendron serotonum) - Emmenagogue.
• Osha (Ligusticum porteri) - Can induce uterine contractions.
• Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) – Stimulates oxytocin to be released, irritating.
• Poke Root (Phytolacca americana) – Strong purgative, toxic in anything more than tiny amounts.
• Rue (Ruta graveolens) – Stimulates oxytocin production, may be abortive.
• Senna (Cassia acutifolia) - Strong laxative.
• Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) - Can be abortive.
• Turkey Rhubarb (Rheum palmatum) – Strong laxative.
• Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) – Strong astringent, possibility of being abortive.

This is only a partial list of herbs one is most likely to use that are available in North America.

Although it is not essential to totally avoid the following cooking herbs, their actual ingestion should be confined to moderate use. Basil, Caraway, Celery Seed, Cloves, Horseradish, Marjoram, Nutmeg, Parsley, Rosemary, Saffron, Sage, Savory, Tarragon, Thyme and Watercress. Their overuse could be too stimulating and irritating.

Do your best to make this blessed time of your life one of health, vitality and positive feelings. For more excellent information on herbs and pregnancy, please consult with the books: Healing Yourself During Pregnancy, by Joy Gardner and Wise Woman’s Herbal for the Childbearing Year, by Susun Weed.

UPCOMING EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES WITH

~ RAINBEAU MARS LIFESTYLES ~

Our Team at Rainbeau Mars Lifestyles is welcoming applications for our RML Seva Program, to help in our mission of serving the planet one home at a time. Feel free to contact us at info@rainbeaumars.com or call our office at 323-933-5118 to find out how you can become part of this venerable opportunity.

The dates for the Teachers Trainings and Live Food Certification are subject to changes due to some very amazing opportunities, but email us any way and lets figure out how we can best serve and support each other this summer.

EXCLUSIVE EVOLUTIONARY

We invite you to join us in this exploration of how to take age old wisdom to new heights that your fitness and yoga journey be one of deep and profound awareness that will help whatever practice you take on or teach. Email us atinfo@rainbeaumars.com to set up your personal consultation today.

In our Phase 1 training, we will be focusing on proper alignment and adjustments for the first four levels of the ra’yoKa fitness system - Level Red FOUNDATION, Level Orange DETOXIFICATION, Level Yellow CORE POWER, and Level Blue THERAPEUTICS.

This is the first step in becoming accredited as a rainbeau Mars Lifestyles/ra’yoKa Certified Instructor, and we would LOVE to be able to promote you as an RML approved teacher on our website, as appreciation for being part of this innovative program that you can share with the world. See www.rayoka.com for further information on the levels of the seven part system.

*** BY THE WAY – OUR SEASONAL 3 WEEK CLEANSE PROGRAM IS A PREREQUISITE FOR FULL CERTIFICATION.

CONTACT INFO@RAINBEAUMARS.COM FOR ASSISTANCE IN PLANNING YOUR JOURNEY WITH US!

There is limited space available in this semi-private in-depth study, and we encourage you to reserve your spot today, as only a few more spots left for our Phase I Teacher training on location at RML Health Center this June.

We do require that you apply and are ready to embark upon this evolutionary system and training, so please email us at info@rainbeaumars.com to set up your one on one mutual interview/consultation with Rainbeau Mars.

The 3 WEEK CLEANSE

June 24th – July 15th

We invite you to join our Team at RML and an inspiring group from around the world as we commit to 3 Weeks of nurturing our innate SuperStar Glow.  We will be supported by RML’s Board of Experts, including rare opportunities to teleconference with Rainbeau Mars, author and herbalist, Brigitte Mars (www.brigittemars.com), and a special guest speaker Talya Meldy (www.clearwayhealth.com).

Health Investment: $ 150

Cleanse Includes:

Weekly Manual Guide

Shopping Lists and Menu Planners

Daily E-mail support

Weekly Teleconference

New connections & Group support

Internet Forum for sharing

Tips for a ‘Green’ and Healthy Lifestyle

Join a GLOBAL CLEANSE for a FRESH START

LIVE Call-In 11am-12pm PST

June 24th - Rainbeau Mars

July 1st - Guest Speaker Brigitte Mars

July 8th - Guest Speaker Talya Meldy

Click here to reserve your space at any time prior to our Week One Cleanse Teleconference on June 24th.

Feel free to contact us at info@rainbeaumars.com or call our office at 323-933-5118 with concerns.

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LIVE FOOD CHEF CERTIFICATION

July 9th-15th, 2012

Do you love preparing delicious foods, that heal & nourish our bodies?

Be supported by our RML team & Board of Experts, in certification :

David Wolfe, Dr.Light Miller, Dr. Krochmeil, & Dr. Bryan Miller

and Renowned Chefs:

Rainbeau Mars, health, beauty & fitness expert (rainbeaumars.com)

Brigitte Mars, author & master herbalist (brigittemars.com)

Juliano Brotman, master chef & restauranteer (planetraw.com)

Join us for this week long in-depth study as we:

*Create delicious meals without cooking

*Learn quick and easy gourmet recipes

*Learn how to shop for “live” foods & ingredients

*Receive valuable hands-on training from leaders of the industry

**For any of these incredible, life-changing events – please email us at info@rainbeaumars.com for more information, an application, a consultation with Rainbeau, so you can figure out if your a match and to sign up and to change yourself, and therefore, the world.

CATALOGUE OF VIDEO DOWNLOADS

on www.rainbeaumars.com

Some of these amazing titles are shot in our beloved Hawaiian islands

and all are affordable.

Find ZenMama, Pure Yoga For Beginners, Pure Sweat,

Pure Tranquility, and Pure Power for only $9.99.

We also have automatic downloads for the  ra’yoKa DVD and the 1.5 hour long classes that include adjustments and lectures in modules, not to mention our best selling Yoga for Beauty Series.

Give yourself the gift of giving

- there is no better time than right now!

Thank you friends new and old for celebrating with us at LEAP’s Superfood Soiree in Venice, CA on March 1st.

LEAP‘s Superfood Soiree at MOMAI.                   Rainbeau Mars sharing.

Rainbeau Mar with Sophie Holt.              David Wilcock, Rainbeau Mars, & Adam Russel.

Photos by Michael Bezjian and Jenny Lens.

As we shift into harmony of light and dark with the approach of the Spring Equinox (March 20th), which heralds the balancing of the hours of day and night, the refreshed fields of green blossom forth with new growth and productivity.  We too, as creatures of Earth, can cultivate more stability and abundance in our lives along with the seasons by imitating these patterns found in Nature.

One of the best ways to do this, I’ve discovered personally along with thousands of clients, is to commit to a Seasonal Spring Clean! Not only do our homes benefit from a thorough once-over, but our bodies too can function more optimally giving some love to all the nooks and crannies.

Programs such as our 3 WEEK CLEANSE (beginning this Sunday, March 18th) does just that!  In this Online Cleanse for a Global Community, our RML Board of Experts and an inspiring group from around the world will commit to 3 Weeks of Loving ourselves with the most vibrant, beautiful, and delicious foods to awaken from the inside-out!

GLOWING INSPIRATIONS FROM A CLEANSE PARTICIPANT:

Buckle your seatbelts

Hang onto your hats

Get out your blenders

And your yoga mats

The next phase of your life

Is about to begin

We’re cleansing with Rainbeau

And we’re going within

On our mark, get set

Get ready to go

Rainbeau and Brigitte

Help us get on our Glow!

“Be the Change”

Is so easy to say

Till we come face to face

With what’s in the way.

We’ll toss from our life

What no longer serves

And we’ll strive for the freedom

That each one deserves

Every step of the way

There are no restrictions

Just loving ourselves

And releasing addictions

No more self sabotage

Or sad hesitation

As together we move

Towards our own transformation

We start every day

With our lemony drink

Then we eat raw and vegan

And watch what we think.

ra’yoKa’s a tool

That keeps us aligned

A fabulous workout

That helps us unwind

We eagerly wait

For our weekly connection

The guests keep us going

In a healthy direction

Let’s embrace where we’re going

Release where we’ve been

Bless where we are

Then we’ll do it again!

by Kelli Haines

The 3 WEEK CLEANSE

March 18th – April 8th, 2012 (Date Added)

Health Investment: $ 150

Cleanse Includes:

Weekly Manual Guide

Shopping Lists and Menu Planners

Daily E-mail support

Weekly Teleconference

New connections & Group support

Internet Forum for sharing

Tips for a ‘Green’ and Healthy Lifestyle

Join a GLOBAL CLEANSE for a FRESH START

LIVE Call-In 11am-12pm PST

March 18th - Rainbeau Mars

March 25th - Guest Speaker Brigitte Mars

April 1st - Guest Speaker TBD

You are welcome to reserve your space at any time at www.rainbeaumars.com/products/downloads/the-3-week-cleanse-with-rainbeau-mars

prior to our Week One Cleanse Teleconference on March 18th.

Facebook Event Page: www.facebook.com/events/348938321793911/

We also want to invite you to participate in these amazing upcoming events with our extended family:

Wednesday, March 14th, 7pm-10ish

CELEBRATION OF BEING

in honor of Avasa Love’s Birthday!!!

For 38 years, Howard Wills has worked with people from all over the world, sharing spiritual insights and knowledge on well being, higher consciousness and love. Howard’s life-transforming gatherings assist people in opening the mind and heart to pathways of realization, resulting in personal freedom, higher consciousness and expansive, healthy, joy-filled lives. For more information or to book sessions, visit www.howardwills.com

C.C. White is an exciting and moving Kirtan Wallah who inspires and lifts audiences with her emotional “Soul Kirtan!” She has shared her soulful sacred energy and powerful voice singing kirtans and chanting with Jai Uttal, Shyamdas, Dave Stringer Gaura Vani and many others. C.C.’s passionate and inspiring music can be heard on her newest cd, “This IS Soul Kirtan!”

Here at Rainbeau Mars Lifestyles we are blessed to be able to share with our global family the self-loving recipes & tips that nurture our utmost Health, Beauty, Fitness, & Sustainable Lifestyles that take care of our bodies, our communities and the planet.

Getting More by Doing Less

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT:

Tune in as I share tips for awakening your most Refreshed

& Radiant self this Spring, with my mom, Brigitte Mars,

on Life Mastery RADIO:

Here’s what Todd Alan had to say about our interview:

It was a delight to be joined by yoga master, Rainbaeu Mars, and her mother, Brigitte, a renowned herbalist and health specialist.  Rainbeau, based in Hollywood, CA., is clearly guided by her a supportive force as she began the interview with, “We are all born with the possibility of love…” Her long-time yoga practice and daily centering of her mind keeps Rainbeau in alignment. “Yoga means union…and alignment brings us home.”

With Renewed Life, Light, & Love,

Rainbeau & the Team at RML

“It is wrong to think that love comes from long companionship and persevering courtship. Love is the offspring of spiritual affinity and unless that affinity is created in a moment, it will not be created for years or even generations.”

- Kahlil Gibran

Cliches aside, this holiday is a wonderful reminder to stay connected to our hearts. Whether our hearts are filled with affection for that secret crush or lifelong mate, an admired relative or priceless friend, today let us overflow with the vibrations of Love, Connection, & Fulfillment knowing without a doubt that we are All One – and in this union all love is really a Love of, by, & to our Higher Self.

Our thoughts & words create the environment we experience daily, so just as we must “be the change that we wish to see in the world”, so must we “be the love that we seek’. Both for others and from ourselves.

In our modern times it’s easy to get lost in the insatiable desires of material wealth, validation/acceptance, and success. However, like a dog chasing after a bone on a stick, our object of desire always seems to allude our grasp. Or if we do attain our prize, it often looses it’s glisten soon as it comes to our possession.

It’s a foolish intention to think:

“When I attain __(insert desire here)__, then I will be happy.”

In so doing, we keep our focus of joy & satisfaction eternally outside of ourselves. When we can instead intend:

“I am whole, happy, & peaceful now, so I attract ___________.”

In this scenario we acknowledge the responsibility that our desires are always a reflection of something within us, which then belongs to us when we release the sense of lack & instead connect to our eternal presence of perfection, each step of the journey no matter how disillusioning the external world may appear.

“Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it.”

– Rumi

Here at Rainbeau Mars Lifestyles we are blessed to be able to share with our global family the self-loving recipes & tips that nurture our utmost Health, Beauty, Fitness, & Sustainable Lifestyles that take care of our bodies, our communities and the planet.

Thank you for your support and keep tuning into ourRainbeau Mars YouTube Channel andwww.rainbeaumars.com for daily advice to love living!

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