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How I became a Laughter Yoga Leader (LYL):
I received my Laughter Yoga Leader training in February of 2009.  My dear friend Andrea' had been pursuing Laughter Yoga and worked hard to become a Laughter Yoga Trainer.  I was blessed to be part of her 'start up' Laughter Yoga group which met on Tuesday mornings at 7:15am for 45 minutes.

I have decided that it is time to "jump" into the world of Laughter Yoga (LY) and bring this form of healthy breath work to Seattle-ites!

What better way to 'kick off' getting back into shape, than starting a Laughter Yoga group!  I'm working on location and times right now... I am certain that a 'free' group location and event will be necessary for understanding the purpose of this amazing form of Yoga.

I will keep you posted as to my progress and thoughts, as that is the purpose for having this Blog. To share my 'start up' experiences.... So, "Welcome" to Laughing Heart Diaries!

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Joy & Giggles,
Water Tiger

Dandelion Dreams

So, let's start right here! My backyard. Portland, Oregon. Earth Day 4-22-11
I was inspired to capture the beauty of these "weeds" in all their Glorious bloom... allowing them to "leaf" their mark here on earth (at least photographically) before their roots were pulled up from the very core of their existence....

That's when I realized: It's all about Perspective! How to see the world... through the same old gritty lens or with a new pair of glasses?  People! Humans! We are all here together in this Garden of Life! It's an easy analogy... Types of flowers, weeds, vegetables... The difference being that WE are the gardeners of our own gardens!!!  Self-weeding, nurturing, sowers of seeds!

Kindness, curiosity, playfulness, compassion, love, generosity, inspiration, joy..... what will you plant in YOUR garden today?

A few things to note about Dandelion Root Health Benefits:

Dandelion root extract is unique, and is one of the only things found to help with chronic myelomonocytic Leukemia and it is effective in treating Breast Tumors

Detoxification of vital organs: Because of the diuretic abilities of dandelion root, it is beneficial for flushing out the Liver, Kidneys and Gallbladder. İt works great to purify the blood and cleanse the system. This also makes it a good herb for Fighting İnfections.
It is also used for Arthritis, Osteoarthritis , Gout and Rheumatism

Dandelion tea actively ameliorates disease—it is a potent disease-fighter—and helps the body heal, helps Boost İmmunity and Heart Disease, and age-related Memory Loss.

Treating Anemia: Because of the high content of iron in dandelion root, it is beneficial for building red blood cells in the body to treat anemia.

Treating Diabetes : Dandelion root has been shown to lower blood sugar levels in patients. In Europe, it's used to treat Type-1 and Type-2 diabetes.

Digestive System : Dandelion root, when made into a tea, is beneficial for relieving constipation, flatulence and fullness.

Treating High Blood Pressure : Dandelion root is a natural Diuretic. When combined with its high potassium content, it is an effective treatment to lower blood pressure.

Dandelion tea helps reduce High Cholesterol and aids with weight control—especially with Weight Loss.

High Nutritional Value: Dandelion root contains vitamins A, B-complex, C and D as well as the minerals İron, Zinc and Potassium. This combination of vitamins and minerals also makes dandelion root a High Antioxidant Food.

Mood Enhancer: Due to the high amount of vitamin B-complex, dandelion root can help to stabilize mood and Treat Depression.  It is very beneficial to Menopausal Women

Dandelion root is also used to treat skin disorders such as Acne, Eczema and Psoriasis, and is also a mild laxative used to help with regularity.

Composting spent dandelion tea Blossoms, Leaves, and/or Roots, after drinking your dandelion tea, improves soil composition. There are very few side effects linked to using dandelion root.


Allergic Reactions to the herb have been reported. People taking prescription lithium, a diuretic, medication to lower blood pressure or medication to lower blood sugar should not take dandelion root. Women who are Pregnant or Breastfeeding should consult their doctor before taking this herb.