by Lani Almanza | Jun 7, 2021 | Journey, Meditation
Summer Reading I wouldn’t call myself an avid reader but when I find a really good one I devour it! Sometimes more than once! With the changes that summer brings to most of our schedules it allows time for that type of indulgence. So, I thought I would share with you... 
by Lani Almanza | Nov 9, 2020 | Creativity, Meditation
Creativity Meditation for 2020 I thought we could all use some time to reset our creativity buttons and look forward to better times. You may want to record this so that you can play it back and be fully engaged in the meditation exercise.Begin by sitting in a... 
by Lani Almanza | May 4, 2019 | Meditation
Steps, not Speed On my way to a more fulfilled life, there are times when the Universe has had to remind me to slow down and pay attention. Have you ever felt like that? Well, mid-March my body said ENOUGH! I was out for two weeks from severe back spasms, had a little... 
by Lani Almanza | May 24, 2018 | Managing Stress, Meditation
Whether we like it, admit it, or don’t, stress is part of our everyday life. So before you get overwhelmed, try this 5-minute stress reduction exercise. Sit in a comfortable chair or life down on the floor. Close your eyes. Scrunch up your cheeks and eyes, as... 
by Lani Almanza | Apr 24, 2018 | Meditation
Every now and then my weekend mornings allow me the luxury of time to pause. While we all run around in our busy lives there is much to be said for a bit of idle time. The author, Dr. Samuel Johnson once wrote, “Every man is, or hopes to be, an Idler.”... 
by Lani Almanza | Apr 10, 2018 | Meditation
So often we find ourselves so busy we almost forget to breathe. So today’s post is a short meditation to focus on that life source – our breath. Sit comfortably with your back erect or lie down on your back with your hands either across your chest or at... 
by Lani Almanza | Mar 22, 2018 | Meditation
In the last few days, the Universe has brought this to my attention in several ways – that we need, yes, NEED, to have at least one day a week that is our sacred space. One author called it “untouchable days”. Depending on your personal beliefs these... 
by Lani Almanza | Feb 20, 2018 | Meditation
Sometimes our meditations can be in the midst of ordinary days, doing ordinary things. I realized this as I was in the middle of my house cleaning that usually occurs on Sunday morning. After a long work week I like to take Saturday as a day for other tasks and... 
by Lani Almanza | Dec 8, 2017 | Meditation
You may have noticed my absence over the last few weeks but I found myself needing to take time to refill my cup. To do some self-care so that I could find replenishment and renewal. So here are some tips that I used to refill my cup over the last few weeks: Get... 
by Lani Almanza | Nov 18, 2017 | Journey, Meditation, Transformation
Thought it might be a good time to repost this one. Under the Kukui Tree…The kukui tree in my backyard has been one of the main sources of enlightenment for this new journey of Alaka’i Associates. It began as a sapling carried down from the Koolau and... 
by Lani Almanza | Nov 15, 2017 | Meditation
Trees have captured the human imagination for centuries. Their lore is found in many cultures and in some cases are a source for worship, and lately have become a subject of my observations and awareness. As I began to reflect on the subject I recall several... by Lani Almanza | Aug 18, 2017 | Inspiration, Meditation
You may want to record this so that you can play it back and be fully engaged in the meditation exercise. Begin by sitting in a comfortable position with nothing in your lap. It can be in a chair or on a cushion on the floor or against a wall if you need that support.... 
by Lani Almanza | Aug 11, 2017 | Meditation
Behind my grandparents’ pink-painted stucco house, and beyond the screened in patio, was my grandfather’s garden. Rows of roses and gladiolas – which were for my grandmother, and rows of vegetables – corn, tomatoes, green beans, and more. I... 
by Lani Almanza | Jul 7, 2017 | Meditation
Last year I had the wonderful experience of traveling with two of my dearest childhood friends through Yosemite. One of our stops was at the Tuolumne Grove with the huge Sequoia trees all around. I was struck with awe at the ancient energy from every element around me... 
by Lani Almanza | May 15, 2017 | Meditation
One of my favorite times to meditate and write is Sunday mornings. As the sun makes its colorful way into the sky. In the early quiet followed by the awakening of birds, pets, and the neighborhood. With a nice cup of tea. A reminder that all is good. A time to both...