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30/09/2019

20/09/2019

Amazing crystal bowl sound healing by the lovely Esme Holmes!

16/09/2019

Taking a moment to myself to soak in the beauty of my surroundings and give thanks for this wonderful retreat experience. I'm so grateful to the women who joined me and to for being my transformation partner in crime 🙏

16/09/2019

They worked hard for their lunch! 😋

15/09/2019

This view makes me so happy 🙏

14/09/2019

Let the Lifestyle Reboot Retreat begin! So excited!

05/09/2019

I have to admit something. It’s not the worst thing in the world, but it’s also not something I’m proud of...⁠
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One of the biggest pitfalls that people fall into when going on a whole food, plant-based diet, I also tumbled into. I thought I was being so good cutting out all the meat, fish, dairy and eggs that I overlooked one of the basic tenets of a whole food, plant-based diet when it came to one little area. Sweets. Yes, I fell into the vegan junk food trap too!⁠ 🤦‍♀️⁠
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Nobody is perfect, including me, so if you succumbed to the lure of vegan junk food too, cut yourself some slack. And if you’re thinking of going whole food, plant-based, the one little realization that I had can help you preemptively avoid the same sugary fate.⁠
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Do you want to know what that realization is? Click on over to my latest blog post below to find out!

While vegan may have a seemingly healthy label attached to it, it's not always the case.

22/08/2019

Do you meditate? Want to start?⁠
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I hear it over and over. I want to start meditating, but I’m not sure how. Any advice?⁠
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Yes!⁠
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First, amazing. The benefits of meditation are countless. Second, if you’re looking to start meditating and reap the benefits of this powerful practice, try for just five minutes a day. There’s no right or wrong time of day and there’s no right or wrong way. ⁠
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However, I get that the idea of beginning a meditation practice can be daunting. So when starting out, you may prefer the guidance of an app to get you on track. Lucky for you, there are a plethora of options out there. And doubly lucky for you, I already did the sorting process to find the best of the best to jump-start your meditation journey.⁠
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Click on over to my latest blog post below and peruse the options to find an app that works best for you!

Want to start meditating but not sure how. Here are the best meditation apps to get you started.

08/08/2019

If you're thinking about losing weight, what's your go-to method? Is it diet? Exercise? A mix of both?⁠
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Are you interested to know what actually works in the world of weight loss? I was. While there is no quick-fix magic bullet for weight loss and each individual is different, in the back-and-forth debate of diet versus exercise, there is a fairly clear winner.⁠
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Click on over to my latest blog post to glean some facts and figures, and find out once and for all, is diet or exercise more effective for weight loss?

https://www.yemanyatravel.com/post/diet-vs-exercise

When it comes to weight loss, which one wins: diet or exercise?

19/07/2019

We promise to get in shape, eat healthier, be kinder. But too often our goals are too vague to work for us and we fail to give ourselves a roadmap to make them a reality.

I was thinking about this the other day while working on my dreams and promises for Inner.U*, the new online coaching program from Handel Group. Dreams are goals and promises are the actions you take to support your goals and make them a reality.

The more specific, the better. Because specific goals are smart goals. Specific goals are achievable goals. And we obviously want to achieve our goals, right?

If you're struggling to make your dreams a reality, click on over to my latest blog post to learn how to whittle vague down to concrete and take action to make things happen...now!

*And if you really want to get your goal-setting in gear, sign up for Inner.U. It will change your life in 12 steps...a different kind of 12 steps. Use my coupon code SEMBLER75 to get $75 off!

Learn why specific goals are smart goals, and the art of goal setting.

12/07/2019

What are you going to experience while on retreat with us? Listen and find out!

11/07/2019

Listen in on our Insta Live as we chat about life coaching and what you'll experience during the upcoming Lifestyle Reboot Retreat!

11/07/2019

Check out my interview in Ideamensch!

Jennifer Sembler is the founder of Yemanya Travel, the inception of which combines her two biggest passions: healthy living and travel. Jennifer is a holistic wellness coach certified through the International Association of Wellness Professionals and holds a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition fro...

04/07/2019

THIS is the healthiest diet of all...

Why? For many reasons, one being it's less a diet and more a lifestyle, which means it's sustainable in the long run. No deprivation. No counting calories. No adding up points.⁠ Another is its impressive disease-prevention benefits.
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Want to learn learn more? Click on over to my latest blog post for the inside scoop on going WFPB

Learn what makes a whole food, plant-based diet the healthiest diest of all.

01/07/2019

Ready to live the LIFE of your DREAMS?! Get the inside scoop on Yemanya Travel's upcoming Lifestyle Reboot Retreat! ⁠
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Join me and from right here TUESDAY at 8pm EST/7pm CST. We're going LIVE to chat about all things retreat and so much more. See you then! ⁠

26/06/2019

Design the LIFE OF YOUR DREAMS in Bali!

What would it look and feel like to live the life you’ve always dreamed of? If you're standing on the edge of making your dream a reality and wondering what will catapult you to the other side, the LIFESTYLE REBOOT RETREAT is for you. It’s not just a week in Bali. It’s a glimpse into your future. 

Join me and from as we guide and support you to dig deep and do the work to close the gap between where you are and where you want to be!

You only have one life. Isn't it about time you started living it your way?

Join us for this life-changing, week-long retreat in Bali!
www.yemanyatravel.com/bali

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21/06/2019

Ayurveda...the top two questions I hear: 1) What is it? and 2) How do you say it?

Easier question first. It's pronounced: ai-yr-vei-duh.

The other question is a bit more involved, but Ayurveda is a 5,000-year-old Indian "science of life" (ayur=life, veda=science) that offers a systematic approach to health and well-being based on the three doshas: vata, pitta and kapha.

While the topic of Ayurveda is massive, I've found one aspect particularly helpful in my life: how different times of the day correspond to different doshas.

To learn how to make your schedule work for you by aligning your day with the doshas, click on over to my latest blog post!

Learn how to align your schedule with the doshas to harmonize the body and mind.

18/06/2019

This simple breakfast of chia seed pudding with banana, dates, ground flaxseed and granola offers up some powerhouse ingredients that should be included in any plant-based diet.

Chia seeds contain an impressive amount of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, iron, calcium, protein and antioxidants, while flaxseeds also provide omega-3s, fiber and lignans, which help lower the risk of cancer. They have the added bonus of improving cholesterol levels and lowering blood pressure too.

Sprinkle both on smoothie bowls, oatmeal, salads, anything really for an added nutritional punch!

17/06/2019

After spending six months in India, I have a special affinity for Hindu temples. I love their brightly colored exteriors and statues of gods and goddesses.⠀
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Sri Mahamariamman Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Penang, Malaysia. When I dropped by to check it out, I was lucky enough to watch an offering to Shiva.⠀
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I stood to the side with my hands clasped in anjali mudra. I could feel my heart beating in my chest and the energy of the moment coarsing through my body. I closed my eyes and felt the presence of Shiva and his grace descending over me. ⠀
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During my temple visits in India, I'd never felt so connected as I did in that moment. I chant daily to Shiva as part of my sadhana, and I took this feeling as a sign that he is listening...

15/06/2019

I was disheartened to see a plastic straw in my detox juice but then I saw emblazoned on the straw itself. Clever. ⠀
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In case you're wondering, the straw was made out of cassava. I asked! ⠀
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Say no to single-use plastic straws whenever possible. Every little bit helps!⠀

13/06/2019

You are what you eat. Just like a flamingo!⠀
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The color of their feathers is the result of the pigment in their food (called carotenoids), which includes shrimp, algae and crustaceans. ⠀
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While we might not turn colors from our diet (wouldn't that be amazing, though?), what we eat has a noticeable affect on our appearance. Here's some food for thought on the connection between diet and our skin.⠀
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Overall, diets rich in fruit and vegetables reduce inflammation and decrease the likelihood of breakouts.⠀
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Vitamin A helps regulate the skin so acne-causing protein and oil don't get trapped. => carrots, spinach, broccoli⠀
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Vitamins C and E help calm the skin. => oranges, lemons, grapefruit / sweet potatoes, nuts, avocados⠀
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Selenium contains antioxidants that help protect the skin from free radicals. => wheat germ, Brazil nuts, brown rice⠀
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Omega-3 fatty acids promote cell turnover and keep inflammation at bay. => flaxseed, walnuts, almonds⠀
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Diary products can promote or worsen acne due to hormones that increase androgens that then lead to sebum prroduction. => milk, cheese, yogurt⠀
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Simple sugars or foods with a high glycemic index are linked with acne breakouts as they increase insulin levels, which then up androgen levels and sebum production. => white bread, sugary sodas, processed baked goods, refined grains⠀

10/06/2019

“Somewhere between the bottom of the climb and the summit is the answer to the mystery why we climb.” - Greg Child⠀
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Have you asked yourself why lately? Why do you do the things you do? What's the motivation beneath the desire?⠀
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The question of why will lead to the answer to everything.

08/06/2019

Are you suffering from fatigue lately and just can't figure out why?

Well I've got a handy checklist that highlights the sneaky habits that could be causing your eyelids to flutter midday.

Click on over to my latest blog post below to uncover the energy vampire in your lifestyle and learn how to boost your energy naturally!

Are you feeling fatigued? The energy vampire might not be another person; it might be your lifestyle. Figure out what's bringing you down and how to boost your

04/06/2019

Believe it or not, the fact that this was a "protein bowl" was actually a deterrent when I saw it on the menu. ⠀
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I'm glad I ordered it despite, because, oh ma lord, it was delicious. I want to swim in a vat of that coconut yogurt.⠀
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But back to my earlier point. There's a misconception that the more protein we eat, the better. Which is just not true. We should be getting 10-15% of our calories from protein (and according to the WHO, it should only be 5%). Excess protein can actually be a danger because its excretion taxes the liver, kidneys and bones. ⠀
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So while we obviously need protein, it can easily become too much of a good thing. And if you're eating a majority whole food, plant-based diet, you're likely already getting your fill so no need to overdo it with protein powders, protein bars, protein shakes and, I'll admit it, protein bowls...⠀
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31/05/2019

According to , people who are able to really lean into joy (without then catastrophizing) all share one thing: gratitude. ⠀
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Gratitude is such a powerful practice and I find myself saying "Thank you" all day every day. On the day this photo was taken, I was thankful for this view, thankful for the beauty of nature, thankful for the legs that brought me to the top of the mountain, thankful for the company of my friend , thankful that I'd just decided to quit my job and venture to India and the unknown, thankful for the gift of this beautiful life I lead.⠀
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Try saying thank you more and you'll have more and more to be thankful for... ⠀
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So what are you grateful for today? Leave a comment below!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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30/05/2019

Ready to live the life you've always dreamed? Join Yemanya Travel founder Jennifer Sembler and Angie Robertson, senior life coach at Handel Group, for the just-launched Lifestyle Reboot Retreat this September 14th through the 21st at the gorgeous Desa Seni, A Village Resort in Bali, Indonesia! If you're standing on the edge of making your dream a reality and wondering what will catapult you to the other side, the Lifestyle Reboot Retreat is for you. It’s not just a week in Bali. It’s a glimpse into your future. We'll guide and support you as you dig deep and do the work to close the gap between where you are and where you want to be. We only have space for 16 women. Join today!
www.yemanyatravel.com/bali

09/05/2019

How do you create lasting change in your life without abandoning your goal halfway through? ⠀
The answer is knowing WHY you want to change, the real deep down, core-of-the-onion WHY. If you're clear on your WHY, you can keep change within your sights at all times. And how do you figure out your WHY? Well click on over to our latest blog post and we'll tell you how!

When contemplating changing your habits or lifestyle, the most important question to ask yourself is: Why?