Boho Girl | Jacki Carr

October 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment

The boho (or bohemian girl) is free spirited, inspiring, strong, beautiful, intelligent and an adventurer (among other things). She has style that people envy, goals that people are amazed by and balances everything with effortless grace (or at least that is how it appears).

We love to shout out to the “real” boho girls that we know and love and who support us! The bohemian girl in all of her accomplishments is a giver. She gives without expectation and in turn everything she desires and wants is attracted to her!

Jacki Carr is all of these things and a few more!

Jacki Carr is a yogi, runner, goal coach, writer, ‘possibilitarian’, adventure-seeker and life lover. Seen
rocking her Vespa through the streets of Venice, California, she lives a full life by the Pacific Ocean. When
not playing on the lululemon athletica playground that is her #joblove, Jacki is sharing adventures
on her blog about gnarly life lessons on and off the yoga mat, an awakened reality in the beauty of
vulnerability, and the real deal about gratitude. An ultimate goal is to inspire all beings to live a ‘rock-
your-wildest-dreams-light-it-up’ life. We really only have one, so why not make it an epic adventure?

We love Jacki and all the boho girls out there giving it a go!

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Boho Girl : The Vogi Yogi a.k.a. Michelle

September 24, 2012 By 1 Comment

1. HOW DID YOU FIND TINY DEVOTIONS?

I think Tiny Devotions and I were destined to meet. I was looking for mala beads that were hip and pretty enough to wear. You know, a mala that was unique and totally rad. One that I could use for meditation and one that I could wear with either my lululemon and flip flops, my boyfriend jeans and TOMSshoes, or my skinnies and stilettos. Then it happened! I was at the oh-so-fab 889 Yonge when my Third Eye spotted the TD display. This was about 2 years ago. The malas were magical and I was immediately drawn to the Citrine Mala. I tried it on, felt instant chemistry, and the rest is a mala-match made in heaven. I started following Tiny Devotions journey from that moment on (do you hear the love song playing now too?). FYI the Citrine is no longer available and I now have a vintage piece. ;)

2. WHAT PART OF THE MANIFESTO DO YOU RESONATE MOST WITH?

I kinda think the manifesto was written totally for me. The entire manifesto really resonates with me and speaks to my soul. If I had to choose just one part, it would be two ;) :

-’Be Authentic’ This is about not only being yourself, but knowing and loving yourself. We are all unique in our own magical ways and we all have something to offer and give. It’s about realizing what it is that you can offer to the world, and then actually put it out there for the whole Universe to see and smile at.

-’Live out what you love’ We only have one life so we shouldn’t waste any time being unhappy. Create a more fulfilling life by living your passion, following your dreams, and creating your own bliss. I am so lucky to be doing what I love! Surround yourself with things/people that fill you up and bring you more peace.

3. WHAT IS YOUR PERSONAL MISSION STATEMENT?

My personal mission statement is to let your SOL GLO from the inside out by creating the healthiest YOU through yoga and a holistic lifestyle. Tap into your inner SOL (the light within)! I hope to spread peace, love, and inspiration to others through my yoga and my health coaching. PS. I believe in starting each day with a green juice, a positive affirmation, a smile, and some sun salutations.

4. WHAT IS THE BEST GIFT YOU HAVE EVER BEEN GIVEN?

The best gift(s) I have ever been given are the blessings that are my children. They fill my heart and my days with joy, love, and pure sunshine.

5. WHERE IS YOUR FAVOURITE PLACE TO TRAVEL?

I LOVE to travel! My favourite place to travel is anywhere there is a beach! But no seriously, it probably has to Greece. I love the laid back vibe, the variety of beaches (black sand, red sand, rock, etc.), the history, the beauty in the architecture, and the legit “un-plug” escape. I’m looking forward to travelling and exploring new places around the world, such as India and Australia. My favourite companions are my fam jam (my man and our kiddies).

6. ARE YOU A BOHO GIRL, YOGI, OR FASHIONISTA?

All of the above! I am a boho girl, yogi, and fashionista! :) I love dressing according to my mood and occasion. Since I teach yoga I am often wearing my yoga clothes but on my days off I like to be casual and free so I’m often in a maxi skirt, ripped jeans, or cutoffs. When I am going out for the night on a date, or to a party, I like to go all out. I don’t believe you can ever over-dress, you can never have too many accessories on (I am known for layering my malas and stacks), and sexy heels are a definite must.

7. WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE MALA?

My favourite mala is the White Jade Highest Potential Mala. I love the subtle reminder to keep striving to connect to be your brightest self, to dream your wildest dreams, to unleash your inner power, and that everything is possible! I also resonate with the colour, white is so pure, and it matches all of my outfits (and all of my dreams)!

8. WEST COAST, NORTH COUNTY, OR GOLD COAST?

Holla for North County!!! I am a Cali girl at heart (and soul). I kind of think part of me lives there and that we will reconnect soon I’m sure. ;) My family (parents, sisters, and myself) used to travel there and I almost went to University there as part of an exchange program in my last year. Plans changed when I met my husband, but we have dreams to own a beach house there one day (I won’t let go of my Cali dream)! I would teach yoga, surf, and help my man run his Health Food Beach Shack. ;)

9. DESCRIBE YOUR IDEAL OUTFIT.

My ideal outfit would probably be a maxi skirt, tank, denim shirt, scarf, and mala beads (of course). Sandals or heels depending on if I’m dancing ;)

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How to Choose Mala Beads

September 7, 2012 By Leave a Comment

How to Choose Mala Beads

Everyday many people ask how to choose the right set of mala beads for their life. This is your guide to answer your questions and land the mala that will serve you right and that you will be most connected with.

Lets start with what mala beads are. Mala beads are meditation garlands that have been worn for thousands of years in traditions of Buddhism, Hinduism, yoga and meditation. They have a way to draw you into their uniqueness and energy. Some may feel this as an unexplainable attraction.

Mala beads are traditionally used for japa meditation – reciting a positive affirmation or mantra along each bead to come into a more calming, connected and spiritual state.

Our mala beads take these elements of the traditional culture of mala beads and add an intention to the mala bead. We have infused the healing qualities of crystals and given each mala bead necklace or stack their own intention. There are crystals for love, strength, prosperity, healing, break-ups, focusing, letting go, spirituality, grounding, protection and so on.

Choosing an intention is only half of the process. It is just as important to choose a mala that you are visually and aesthetically drawn to. The things we find beautiful are just as important in our healing as what they are meant for – whether it is art, a beautiful beach or a set of mala beads.

The big thing that can create a blockage when people go to choose their mala bead is figuring out what the intention they want to bring in their life. It is important to listen to your gut in these moments to learn what you really want and not what you think you should want.

To do this take a piece of paper and a pen and answer these questions:
What do I want?
What do I not want?
What is the most important value in my life?

This is a good starting point. There are so many ways to get clear on this: yoga, meditation, goal setting and vision boarding.

Or perhaps your intention is to start making clear decisions – that is a good place to start as well.

There is something powerful about wearing your intention. It makes your goal tangible at every moment of the day. Every time you look at your mala or feel it, you are reminded to stay on your chosen path. Distractions that are coming at you from all directions are averted when you have a physical object to touch and see. Often we hold our mala beads during a conversation or gaze at them in front of our mat during yoga and they remind us why we are here. It is also giving us a power to share with others our intention and create that affirmation in our life.

Here are several factors that you should be mindful of when choosing mala beads:
Beauty:
Things that you are attracted to are integral in your healing whether it is a beautiful landscape, a cute animal or a gorgeous mala. Surrounding yourself with beautiful and uplifting things is powerful.
Color:
What is your favourite colour? What colour of clothing do you wear often. You want to choose a mala that you will use and wear often so choose something that you can see being a staple.
Shape:
Find a mala with a shape that you connect with. Ever heard of sacred geometry? Choose something that you are drawn to.
Intention:
What do you want to create in your life? What are you working on? What do you want? What are you struggling with. Ask yourself these questions and see if they guide to what you want to create as your intention.
Energy
Every crystal we use in our mala beads as its own individual energy. Make sure that this energy aligns with your intention! A lot of malas will assist everyone on some level – see if you can find something that you connect with individually.
Intuition:
What was the first mala you were originally drawn to? – This is most likely the perfect mala for you! Remember listen to your gut. Just like in an interview you know if someone is right for the job within 15 seconds, look for this feeling when choosing a mala bead.

Choosing a mala is a combination of all of these factors – most importantly follow your intuition and follow your heart. Once you have your mala bead wear it and be proud of the intention you are now wearing in your life and can be reminded of in every moment to stay aligned with your true nature.

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What are Mala Beads?

August 23, 2012 By 1 Comment

Ok, so they are one of our favourite things in the world.

Right up there with road trips, yoga, chai tea, boho sundresses, deep and meaningful conversations, love and the ocean.

Mala beads…

We know there is a divide – half of you are mala aficionado’s and experts. You know mala beads and the gita better then a guru ;)

And then there is the rest of us scratching our heads {but being inexplicably drawn to mala beads for their beauty and energetic pull}.

Historically and Traditionally mala beads are prayer beads and meditation beads. What fascinates us most about these beads is that nearly every tradition and culture in there world has their form of mala beads – called different things – worry beads, Tesbih, rosaries etc.

The common thread is that mala beads or “malas” {yes, we’ve managed to create a slang term already} are tactile reminders {something that we can touch} that reminds us to breathe, bring ourselves back from the busy and crazy buddhaful lives we live and bring us into the moment.

Mala beads can be used to recite mantras (positive affirmations) or prayers. Our favourite usage is to use mala beads as reminders and catalysts for living our intention.

Much like you would “set your intention” at the beginning of a yoga class

“I’m going to be strong in all of these postures and carry that strength into my life”
“I”m going to let go of (insert that person, event, or belief) with every breath”
“I’m going to be present”

{there is an endless amount of intentions you can set}


We urge people to take the practice of setting intentions in yoga and also set intentions off the mat in their day to day lives.

Ok but we’re rambling… mala beads are traditionally made with 108 beads – which is an auspicious and good luck number. It is believed to be sacred. Also sacred are the different materials that are used in mala beads – rudraksha seeds, lotus seeds, sandalwood, rosewood and semiprecious stones that each have their own subtle energy and intention.

Basically, whatever area of your life you are working on – there is a mala out there looking for you!

Now, if we were giving you the full low down on mala beads this post would be about 108,000 pages. Malas have an amazing {and contradictory} history.

The most important thing to know is that mala beads, though sacred, are not magic.

You are magic and mala beads will help you tap into your own power and light.

Namaste Boho Girls xx

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Peace and Unity.

July 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment

In a world of turmoil, with new stories popping up on the News each day, it’s hard to see the goodness in things. If you’re anything like us, we hurt when we hear the painful stories of others.

We collabed with Tiny Devotions to create the Peace and Unity necklace. We wanted to have something to signify a movement – a movement of peaceful living and energetic unity. This piece is a reminder not only for your daily living, but for your life purpose. It is the incentive to do “good”, to cease the negative energy we bottle up – be it against a boss, an undeserving sibling, an unambitious friend or simply a negative outlook on your own potential.

The boho girl ignites a fire in others – make it pure, positive and inspiring.

Get your pretty little Peace and Unity necklace right here.

To unify is to forget barriers and segregation. Spread a little peace and love to unify your wonderful world…

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Summer lovin’.

July 25, 2012 By Leave a Comment

We are zooming into summer full speed. Bikini weather is officially on. What are your favourite sunny day activities?

Making homemade iced treats? Biking with your boy? Picnics with your kids? Do tell!

Use hashtag #bohosummerlovin on Twitter and tell us about your summer fun!

Excuse us, we’re off to ride our bikes the beach and some grab girly drinks with some besties. We love summer!

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Calling all Dreamers…

July 24, 2012 By 14 Comments

We love hearing the inspirational and motivational dreams of our boho girls. Tell us about your dreams…your wildest sky-high hopes for yourself and your life.

Do you dream about a family, a career move, a pretty necklace, courage, starting a business? We can’t wait to hear it! One of our lucky dreamers will be chosen at random to have their story and blog featured on The Boho Daily. Simply comment below with your personal reach-for-the-top kind of dream and link to this post on your Facebook or Twitter account…

Richelle, and all of our Tiny Devotions team are self proclaimed dreamers. We try to push each other to fulfill those plans and move from hoping to “doing”.

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