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Barcelona: A Story of Divorce, Reconciliation and Revitalization
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Barcelona: A Story of Divorce, Reconciliation and Revitalization

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When I left this place about three years ago, it felt like I was not only divorcing my former partner but also the city. At least with my partner the signing of the divorce papers gave some sort of closure. But, even then, let’s be real, no signature gives closure to emotions and years of love and cohabitation.

A Mindful Practice: Yoga Workshop with Armen Menechyan at La Shala BCN
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A Mindful Practice: Yoga Workshop with Armen Menechyan at La Shala BCN

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Description: Armen Menechyan, a Los Angeles native who considers Barcelona his second home, will be offering a heart and mind opening practice on Saturday, June 10th at La Shala Barcelona. The workshop will offer a closer look at postures using mindful movements and transitions in and out of poses.  Special attention will be paid to… Continue reading A Mindful Practice: Yoga Workshop with Armen Menechyan at La Shala BCN

5 Quick Tips On Cultivating Optimism Through Quietly Sitting for 5 Minutes 
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5 Quick Tips On Cultivating Optimism Through Quietly Sitting for 5 Minutes 

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In response to the Daily Post Photo Challenge titles Optimistic, I have chosen to display the practice of meditation and how it helps cultivate an optimistic state of mind. Optimism can be easily lost with all the hustle and bustle of our lives. Especially those of us who live in big cities and have to deal with… Continue reading 5 Quick Tips On Cultivating Optimism Through Quietly Sitting for 5 Minutes 

How To Get To My Top 5 Photogenic Landmarks?
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How To Get To My Top 5 Photogenic Landmarks?

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Photo tourism is definitely not a thing of the past. If we all were to dig deep into our family photo album box, we would find our parents and grandparents starring in what look like Instagram filtered photography (what we now label vintage), in front of cool landmarks, posing. Back in the days it was as… Continue reading How To Get To My Top 5 Photogenic Landmarks?

BE MINDFUL OF THE RESOLUTIONS YOU MAKE 
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BE MINDFUL OF THE RESOLUTIONS YOU MAKE 

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  This is how I feel about 2016 as it stands.  Fearless about the future of and rejoicing in what came before. Living every moment with the beauty that surrounds us, the possibilities and heights that one may reach with virtuous actions, and respecting all who surround us.  Be in the moment.  Let your resolutions… Continue reading BE MINDFUL OF THE RESOLUTIONS YOU MAKE 

Where to find the best coffee and croissant in Yerevan city? 
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Where to find the best coffee and croissant in Yerevan city? 

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The key to inspiration and finding the best croissants accompanied with aromatic and delicious coffee is patience and serendipity, it seems like, on my trip. It’s not a secret that I’m a coffee snob and a croissant aficionado. However, I had given up the search and had surrendered to Armenian coffee, which I’m not a… Continue reading Where to find the best coffee and croissant in Yerevan city?